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Caleres

Part-Time Sales Lead - Famous Footwear

Vista, CA · On-site

$17.50 - $19/hr

As a Famous Footwear Sales Lead , you are passionate about providing the best shoe store experience ... Some retail store management experience or relevant management experience in lieu. * Previous ...

Caleres

Part-Time Sales Lead - Famous Footwear

Encinitas, CA · On-site

$16 - $19.75/hr

As a Famous Footwear Sales Lead , you are passionate about providing the best shoe store experience ... Some retail store management experience or relevant management experience in lieu. * Previous ...

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How much do shoe store manager jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 3, 2026, the average yearly pay for shoe store manager in California is $53,391.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $41,000.00 and $63,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a shoe store manager?

A Shoe Store Manager oversees the daily operations of a shoe store, ensuring sales goals are met, customer service is excellent, and inventory is well-managed. They handle staff hiring, training, and scheduling while also managing budgets and visual merchandising. Their role requires leadership, problem-solving, and strong organizational skills to create a positive shopping experience and maximize profitability.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a shoe store manager?

To thrive as a Shoe Store Manager, you need expertise in retail operations, sales management, and team leadership, often supported by experience in retail management or a related field. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, inventory management software, and scheduling tools is essential. Outstanding customer service, conflict resolution, and motivational skills set top performers apart in this role. These capabilities ensure smooth store operations, strong sales performance, and a positive shopping and working environment.

What are some of the main challenges faced by shoe store managers?

Shoe Store Managers often face challenges such as balancing inventory levels to meet customer demand without overstocking, managing and motivating a diverse sales team, and ensuring exceptional customer service during busy periods like sales or holidays. Additionally, they must stay current with fashion trends and coordinate promotional activities to attract customers. Success in this role requires adaptability, strong organizational skills, and the ability to make quick, effective decisions to address daily operational issues and meet sales targets.

What are the most commonly searched types of Shoe Store jobs in California?

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Infographic showing various Shoe Store Manager job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 82% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 3% Contract. Highlights an 79% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $53,391 per year, or $25.7 per hour.

Assistant Manager - CARLSBAD, CA (CARLSBAD)

Shoe Palace

Carlsbad, CA • On-site

$20/hr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Shoe Palace rating

5.0

Company rating: 5.0 out of 10

Based on 24 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

AT SHOE PALACE WE RUN. WE SELL. WE HAVE FUN! DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

AT SHOE PALACE WE RUN. WE SELL. WE HAVE FUN! DO YOU HAVE WHAT IT TAKES?

The Role

Are you a natural leader? Do you like to help others be successful? The role of an AM is primarily based on leading your team to a successful day. You are on the front line ensuring every customer receives the best customer experience possible. Come grow with us!

Here's what a day at work may look like...

  • Assist the manager in making sure your store operates at a high level

  • Take ownership while managing location

  • Evaluate employee performance and help coach to improve

  • Make sure customers are always receiving the ultimate experience

  • Learn and maintain up-to-date product knowledge

  • Keep a clean, neat, and organized store

About you...

  • 18+ years old

  • Must have OPEN AVAILABILITY DURING THE WEEKENDS

  • Previous experience in retail, customer service, or other related fields

  • Be a dynamic and outgoing individual with leadership skills

  • Must be driven!

  • Does talking to everyone just come naturally? Awesome!

It would be great but not completely necessary to have...

  • Experience in selling Athletic Shoes a plus.

  • Experience working with a growing company

What we bring to the table...

  • Flexible schedule

  • You like discounts? We got you!

  • Growth!

  • Exciting work environment

Retail is not dead... come and see it!

Shoe Palace is one of the most-trusted athletic footwear and apparel retail chains in the United States. What began as a small, family business in 1993 has now grown into an extremely popular chain of stores and an online retail site - shoepalace.com.

At Shoe Palace, we all roll up our sleeves to pitch in and do whatever it takes to stay on top. Each day is a little different, it's what keeps us on our toes and excited to come to work every day. We are seeking self-motivated individuals who are dynamic thinkers and outstanding communicators who will thrive in an entrepreneurial environment and want to grow with Shoe Palace Corporation. Our team members are bright, professional, enthusiastic, and able to quickly apply their skills to diverse situations.

QualificationsBehaviors

Preferred

  • Enthusiastic: Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest

  • Loyal: Shows firm and constant support to a cause

  • Innovative: Consistently introduces new ideas and demonstrates original thinking

  • Leader: Inspires teammates to follow them

  • Dedicated: Devoted to a task or purpose with loyalty or integrity

Motivations

Preferred

  • Self-Starter: Inspired to perform without outside help

  • Flexibility: Inspired to perform well when granted the ability to set your own schedule and goals

  • Ability to Make an Impact: Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization

Experience

Required

  • 4 years: Customer Service

Preferred

  • 1 year: Management

  • 3 years: Cashier

 Compensation:

Assistant Manager pay range: $20.00 - $20.00 per hour.


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