Retail managers handle store operations, merchandising, supply chain, vendor relations and e-commerce. Jobs exist with large retail chains, supermarkets, online marketplaces, and FMCG companies.
Retail Management
Persona (Who suits this career best?)
Minimum Required Qualification
Good organiser and people manager
Sales-driven and customer-focused
Practical with operations and numbers
UG: BBA / B.Com or diploma in Retail Management; many companies hire graduates and train them on the job.
Stream of Study
Entry Pathways
Commerce / Arts / Any stream
Retail diplomas, graduate programs, management trainee roles in retail chains; internships in stores or e-commerce firms.
Average Starting Salary
Typical entry roles: ₹2.5–6 LPA (≈ ₹20,000–₹50,000 / month); management roles (store manager, category manager) earn higher. Reports vary; some industry averages cite higher depending on scale.