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Retail Manager

Retail Managers oversee daily operations of retail stores, managing staff, inventory, customer service, and sales perfo…

Typical pay
$52,000/yr
Education
Portfolio + experience matters | Associate/Bachelor's in Marketing/Business (common) | …
Outlook
→ Limited Growth

Why this matters in Sports

Tickets and merch are how teams turn fans into revenue.

What you’d actually do

Supervise store staff, manage schedules, oversee inventory and merchandise displays, handle customer complaints, track sales performance, train employees, manage budgets, enforce company policies, and create a positive shopping environment.

What can I do right now?

  • DECA, School store, Marketing projects, Social media management

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