Wages are influenced by level of responsibility, length of service, and education level. The employers size and location also make a difference. Many managers earn bonuses. Full-time managers receive benefits such as health insurance and paid sick leave. In addition, managers generally are able to buy their stores merchandise at a discount.
Some managers receive a commission instead of a salary.
There were 38,380 people employed as sales and service managers in Indiana in 1996. It is estimated that between 1990 and 2005, about 1,024 jobs per year will need to be filled in this occupation. This number includes new jobs and jobs resulting from the replacement of current workers. This occupation should grow faster than the average for other occupations in Indiana. Job seekers may find favorable employment opportunities as the number of available positions is expected to be nearly equal to the number of qualified applicants.