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General and Operations Managers in Battle Creek, Michigan

Plan, direct, or coordinate the operations of public or private sector organizations, overseeing multiple departments or locations. Duties and responsibilities include formulating policies, managing daily operations, and planning the use of materials and human resources, but are too diverse and general in nature to be classified in any one functional area of management or administration, such as personnel, purchasing, or administrative services. Usually manage through subordinate supervisors. Excludes First-Line Supervisors.

Career Projections for Battle Creek, Michigan

General and Operations Managers on average make:
$93,600 ($45.00/hour).

The number of positions in Battle Creek, Michigan are:
1,105
and by 2028 that number is projected to:
decrease to 1,100.

We predict that due to job growth or retirements there will be approximately:
88 every year.

The typical education needed to enter this job is:
a bachelor’s degree.

The typical training needed after hire is:
no additional training other than onboarding.

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Other Job Titles

Area Manager, Business Coordinator, Business Manager, Center Manager, Chief Administrative Officer (CAO), Corporate Manager, Department Manager, Department Store General Manager (Dept Store GM), Department Store Manager (Dept Store Manager), District Commercial Superintendent

Technology/Skills

Microsoft Excel, Microsoft Office software, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft PowerPoint

Tools Used

10-key calculators, Cell phones, Computer scanners, Credit card processing machines, Desktop computers, Digital cameras, Handtrucks, Humidity test chambers, Laptop computers, Magnetic card readers

Tasks

  • Direct and coordinate activities of businesses or departments concerned with the production, pricing, sales, or distribution of products.
  • Review financial statements, sales or activity reports, or other performance data to measure productivity or goal achievement or to identify areas needing cost reduction or program improvement.
  • Direct administrative activities directly related to making products or providing services.
  • Prepare staff work schedules and assign specific duties.
  • Monitor suppliers to ensure that they efficiently and effectively provide needed goods or services within budgetary limits.

Personality

Integrity, Dependability, Attention to Detail, Leadership, Initiative, Stress Tolerance, Cooperation, Adaptability/Flexibility, Self-Control, Achievement/Effort

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