Center Manager Jobs in South Carolina
Center Manager jobs in South Carolina are consistently in demand, with strong hiring across healthcare systems, childcare and early education networks, distribution and logistics operations, and workforce development organizations at levels from entry-level site coordinator to senior multi-site director. The largest concentrations of openings are in Columbia, Charleston, and Greenville, where employers such as Prisma Health, Bright Horizons, and Amazon have lasting, significant footprints in the state. Operations-focused center managers and those with backgrounds in healthcare clinic management or early childhood program administration are among the most sought-after candidates right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Established in 1983 in a small Sanibel Island boutique filled with artfully stylish pieces, Chico’s has evolved to inspire accomplished women to embrace and express their individuality through effortless chic and unique styles. We’re dedicated to making women feel confident and beautiful. Build your career with a team that empowers you.
About the role
As Store Manager, you lead the team, build community connections, and shape a seamless customer experience. This position fosters a welcoming environment—for both associates and customers—that enables us to create memorable, personalized experiences that reflect our culture of hospitality. This role is accountable for driving store performance while coaching and developing a successful team. As Store Manager, you'll make an impact by boldly leading and elevating the customer experience.
The impact you can have
In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Define a clear vision and strategy to prioritize a customer-centered culture, drive operational excellence, and deliver business results.
- Hire, develop and coach an effective retail team to deliver a customer-centered experience.
- Take ownership of the store’s financial performance; manage payroll and schedules; and achieve sales goals.
- Lead the team by communicating expectations, providing guidance, delivering feedback, and empowering the team to be their best.
- Use store reporting to proactively create action plans to improve metrics and run the business effectively.
- Maintain a visually inspiring store environment that reflects brand standards.
- Actively share brand priorities, initiatives, and messages with store teams.
- Ensure compliance with all policies, guidelines, and business practices.
- Build community connections through in-store company-sponsored events, philanthropy, and other initiatives.
You'll bring to the role
- Passion for our brand, fashion, and empowering confidence.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- 5+ years of retail management experience required; 2 of those years in a Store Manager position.
- Flexible availability — including nights, weekends, holidays.
- Demonstrates an ownership mindset and leads by example.
- High level of accountability and initiative.
- Effective leadership, people management, and communication skills.
- Collaborative leadership style that invests in the process of developing talent.
- Strong business acumen and the ability to drive results through reporting analysis and strategic planning.
- Action-oriented approach to organize, delegate, and prioritize assignments to stay on top of deadlines.
- Ability to bend, reach, stretch for products as well as maneuver around the sales floor and stockroom, operate the register, and lift/carry up to 50 pounds.
Benefits
- Optional medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off & holidays
- Opportunities for monthly bonuses
- Merchandise discounts plus eligibility for discounts at our sister brands
- Professional development and opportunities for advancement across our brands
- Community impact through our philanthropic partnerships
Availability of these benefits is based on employment type, role, and certain eligibility requirements. Job offers will consider factors such as your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills.
Location:
Store 0209-Mount Pleasant Towne Centre-Chico's-Mount Pleasant, SC 29464Position Type:
Regular/Full timeEqual Employment Opportunity
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.
About us
Established in 1983 in a small Sanibel Island boutique filled with artfully stylish pieces, Chico’s has evolved to inspire accomplished women to embrace and express their individuality through effortless chic and unique styles. We’re dedicated to making women feel confident and beautiful. Build your career with a team that empowers you.
About the role
As Store Manager, you lead the team, build community connections, and shape a seamless customer experience. This position fosters a welcoming environment—for both associates and customers—that enables us to create memorable, personalized experiences that reflect our culture of hospitality. This role is accountable for driving store performance while coaching and developing a successful team. As Store Manager, you'll make an impact by boldly leading and elevating the customer experience.
The impact you can have
In this role, you'll have the opportunity to:
- Define a clear vision and strategy to prioritize a customer-centered culture, drive operational excellence, and deliver business results.
- Hire, develop and coach an effective retail team to deliver a customer-centered experience.
- Take ownership of the store’s financial performance; manage payroll and schedules; and achieve sales goals.
- Lead the team by communicating expectations, providing guidance, delivering feedback, and empowering the team to be their best.
- Use store reporting to proactively create action plans to improve metrics and run the business effectively.
- Maintain a visually inspiring store environment that reflects brand standards.
- Actively share brand priorities, initiatives, and messages with store teams.
- Ensure compliance with all policies, guidelines, and business practices.
- Build community connections through in-store company-sponsored events, philanthropy, and other initiatives.
You'll bring to the role
- Passion for our brand, fashion, and empowering confidence.
- Must be at least 18 years old.
- 5+ years of retail management experience required; 2 of those years in a Store Manager position.
- Flexible availability — including nights, weekends, holidays.
- Demonstrates an ownership mindset and leads by example.
- High level of accountability and initiative.
- Effective leadership, people management, and communication skills.
- Collaborative leadership style that invests in the process of developing talent.
- Strong business acumen and the ability to drive results through reporting analysis and strategic planning.
- Action-oriented approach to organize, delegate, and prioritize assignments to stay on top of deadlines.
- Ability to bend, reach, stretch for products as well as maneuver around the sales floor and stockroom, operate the register, and lift/carry up to 50 pounds.
Benefits
- Optional medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) plan
- Paid time off & holidays
- Opportunities for monthly bonuses
- Merchandise discounts plus eligibility for discounts at our sister brands
- Professional development and opportunities for advancement across our brands
- Community impact through our philanthropic partnerships
Availability of these benefits is based on employment type, role, and certain eligibility requirements. Job offers will consider factors such as your qualifications, relevant experience, and skills.
Location:
Store 0209-Mount Pleasant Towne Centre-Chico's-Mount Pleasant, SC 29464Position Type:
Regular/Full timeEqual Employment Opportunity
The Company is an equal opportunity employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates. Hiring decisions are based upon a candidate's qualifications as they relate to the requirements of the position under consideration and are made without regard to sex (including pregnancy), race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, genetic information, military status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other category protected by applicable law. The Company is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for job applicants with disabilities. If you require an accommodation to perform the essential duties of the position you are seeking or to participate in the application process, please contact myHRSupport@knitwellgroup.com. The Company will make reasonable accommodations for otherwise qualified applicants or employees, unless such accommodations would impose an undue hardship on the operations of the Company’s business. The Company will not revoke or alter a job offer based on an applicant’s request for reasonable accommodation.
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Where South Carolina roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Center Manager Job Market in South Carolina
A snapshot from current South Carolina openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Food Lion12
- Walmart6
- Jacobs4
- State of South Carolina4
- Target3
Top Industries Hiring
- Consulting & Professional Services
What South Carolina Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in center manager jobs across South Carolina.
- Bachelor's degree in business administration, education, healthcare management, or a related field
- Minimum three to five years of supervisory or program management experience in a center environment
- Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, staffing schedules, and daily center operations independently
- Experience with compliance reporting, quality assurance, or accreditation standards relevant to the center type
- Strong written and verbal communication skills for staff oversight, family engagement, and reporting to leadership
- Proficiency with operations software, scheduling platforms, or center management information systems
Center Manager Jobs in South Carolina: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a center manager in South Carolina?
The path depends on the center type. For childcare center directors, South Carolina requires a director credential through the South Carolina Department of Social Services, which sets education and experience minimums tied to the center's license level. Healthcare clinic managers typically need a relevant clinical or administrative degree and may pursue credentials through the Medical Group Management Association. For distribution or workforce center roles, no state license applies, but a bachelor's degree and demonstrated operations experience are standard hiring requirements across South Carolina employers.
Which companies hire center managers in South Carolina?
South Carolina center manager roles are posted by Food Lion, Walmart, and Jacobs and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. South Carolina's mix of major health systems, national childcare networks, and large logistics operations means hiring is spread across multiple sectors rather than concentrated in a single industry.
Which South Carolina cities have the most center manager jobs?
Greenville, Charleston, and Columbia have the most center manager openings in South Carolina. Columbia leads because it is home to state government agencies, major hospital systems like Prisma Health and MUSC Health affiliates, and a large university presence, while Charleston's growing healthcare and hospitality sectors and Greenville's expanding manufacturing and corporate base drive steady demand in those metros.
Are there remote center manager jobs in South Carolina?
Yes, but they're rare. Center manager roles are fundamentally on-site positions responsible for day-to-day staff supervision, facility oversight, and in-person service delivery, so full remote arrangements are uncommon by nature. About 27% of center manager openings tied to South Carolina are remote or hybrid as of November 2026, and those are most likely to be administrative, multi-site oversight, or quality assurance roles where direct physical presence at a single location is not required every day.
How can I get hired as a center manager in South Carolina with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is to move into a center manager role from a lead teacher, shift supervisor, medical office coordinator, or assistant director position within the same organization. In South Carolina, large childcare operators and healthcare networks such as Prisma Health regularly promote internally from these roles. Earning the South Carolina DSS director credential or an entry-level healthcare administration certificate while in a support role signals readiness to hiring managers. Applying to assistant center manager or associate director postings at multi-site operators in Columbia and Greenville is the most direct route when you lack full management experience.
Where can I find and apply to center manager jobs in South Carolina?
You can find and apply to center manager jobs in South Carolina on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers actively hiring in the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your experience and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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