Department Manager Jobs in Edmonton, AB

A Department Manager in the retail industry is responsible for overseeing the operations of a specific department within the store. They handle tasks such as managing employees, ensuring that the department meets its sales targets, and maintaining customer satisfaction. They also play a crucial role in inventory management, making sure that the department is well-stocked and that all products are displayed in a manner that appeals to customers. As leaders, they are expected to train, motivate, and guide their team members to boost productivity and sales performance.

Potential candidates for the position should possess a range of skills including leadership, communication, customer service, and sales proficiency. Attention to detail, problem-solving skills, and the ability to multitask are also important. While specific certifications may not be mandatory, a degree in business management or a related field may be beneficial. Prior experience in retail, especially in supervisory or management roles, is usually required. Possible job roles that could lead to becoming a Department Manager include Sales Associate, Assistant Manager, and Shift Supervisor.

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(CAN) Consumables Department Manager

  • Walmart
  • Saint Albert, AB (8 miles from Edmonton, AB)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Albert, AB (8 miles from Edmonton, AB)
  • 1 day ago

This Department Manager will function as a lead of a team to strategically plan and execute duties based on workload and customer traffic patterns. What you'll do......

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Consumables Department Manager

  • Walmart
  • Leduc, AB (19 miles from Edmonton, AB)
  • 3 days ago
  • Leduc, AB (19 miles from Edmonton, AB)
  • 3 days ago

This Department Manager will function as a lead of a team to strategically plan and execute duties based on workload and customer traffic patterns. What you'll do......

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(CAN) Produce Department Manager

  • Walmart
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 4 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 4 days ago

... To lead all Produce Associates and department processes to ensure a high level of customer service while meeting production targets. What you'll do... 1. Receives merchandise, utilizes...

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Beauty Department Manager

  • Loblaw Digital
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 9 days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 9 days ago

managers to ensure store-wide goals are met Possess a selling is fun attitude Builds customer loyalty through follow up and repeat business Promote sales of beauty products and provide information...

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(CAN) Dairy / Frozen Department Manager

  • Walmart
  • Leduc, AB (19 miles from Edmonton, AB)
  • 9 days ago
  • Leduc, AB (19 miles from Edmonton, AB)
  • 9 days ago

A Dairy/Frozen Department Manager co-ordinates the merchandise and activities of Associates in a department(s) of a Wal- Mart store through modular integrity, perpetual inventory, merchandise management...

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(CAN) Overnight Lead Department Manager

  • Walmart
  • Spruce Grove, AB (15 miles from Edmonton, AB)
  • 24 days ago
  • Spruce Grove, AB (15 miles from Edmonton, AB)
  • 24 days ago

A Lead Department Manager - Overnights leads a team by adhering to the basic beliefs and values of Walmart....

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(CAN) OMNI Department Manager

  • Walmart
  • Saint Albert, AB (8 miles from Edmonton, AB)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Saint Albert, AB (8 miles from Edmonton, AB)
  • 30+ days ago

The OMNI Department Manager will provide customer service by offering assistance to meet the customers shopping needs....

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Department Manager - Custom Framing

  • Michaels Stores
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 60+ days ago
  • Edmonton, AB
  • 60+ days ago

Store - EDMONTON-NORTHEAST, ABLead and coach a team of framers who focus on building customer relationships while creating a framing solution for their art. Drive custom framing sales. Assist...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Edmonton, AB

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRetail research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Edmonton, AB offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.8%
High School or GED
22.9%
Associate's Degree
14.6%
Master's Degree
9.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.9%
Some College
3.7%
Doctorate Degree
0.9%
Some High School
0.7%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Department Managers in Edmonton, AB
4-6 years
24.4%
2-4 years
22.1%
10+ years
14.4%
8-10 years
13.0%
1-2 years
11.3%
6-8 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
5.1%
None
1.1%


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