Department Manager Jobs in Cupertino, CA

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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Team Leader

  • Jack in the Box, Inc.
  • Bonny Doon, CA (15 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bonny Doon, CA (15 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Team Leader POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible, as the first-line operational supervisor, for training and leading team members in consistently delivering an exceptional guest experience, including...

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Executive Team Leader Service & Engagement (Assistant Manager Front End)- Redwood City, CA

  • Target
  • Redwood City, CA (14 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (14 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 5 days ago

The pay range is $83,200.00 - $130,000.00 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and...

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Assistant Team Leader

  • Whole Foods Market
  • Campbell, CA (7 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Campbell, CA (7 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 5 days ago

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means...

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Retail Sales Manager, San Jose

  • The Vita Coco Company
  • San Jose, CA (11 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (11 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 6 days ago

As the Retail Sales Manager, you'll lead efforts at retail to achieve revenue, depletion, distribution and execution goals in the Market. You'll report to the Market Manager and develop strategic...

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Prepared Foods Associate Team Leader (Culinary & Deli Assistant Department Manager)

  • Whole Foods
  • Campbell, CA (7 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Campbell, CA (7 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Assists the Team Leader in all aspects of daily operations including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance and special projects as assigned. Leads and...

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Closing Team Leader

  • Target
  • Capitola, CA (23 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Capitola, CA (23 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Support your leader with store operations by seeing the store through the lens of the guest, establish consistent routines and help ensure departments are zoned, in-stock, signed and labeled appropriately...

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Department Manager

  • Whole Foods Market
  • Cupertino, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Cupertino, CA
  • 6 days ago

Responsibilities: Maintains a thorough understanding of WFM store operations and merchandising processes....

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Produce Team Leader (Department Manager)

  • Whole Foods Market
  • Los Altos, CA (5 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Altos, CA (5 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to...

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Team Leader - Maintenance

  • Rich Products Corporation
  • Union City, CA (21 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Union City, CA (21 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Richs, also known as Rich Products Corporation, is a family-owned food company dedicated to inspiring possibilities. From cakes and icings to pizza, appetizers and specialty toppings, our products...

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Seafood Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

  • Whole Foods Market
  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 8 days ago

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means...

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Team Manager

  • Whole Foods Market
  • Los Altos, CA (5 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Los Altos, CA (5 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 8 days ago

A career at Whole Foods Market is more than just the work you do- it's about your personal growth and creating meaningful change. Our purpose is to nourish people and the planet. That means...

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Prepared Foods Team Leader (Culinary & Deli Department Manager)

  • Whole Foods
  • Campbell, CA (7 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Campbell, CA (7 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Provides overall leadership to the Prepared Foods team. Responsible for all aspects of daily operations including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory...

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Production Control, Team Leader

  • Eurofins
  • Milpitas, CA (17 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Milpitas, CA (17 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Company Description Eurofins EAG Laboratories has almost 50 years of experience in engineering and materials testing services. Our parent company, Eurofins Scientific, is a multi-billion-dollar...

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Environmental Simulation Lab & Reliability Department Manager / SME

  • Eurofins
  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

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ESL/Reliability Department Manager / SME

  • Eurofins
  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Cupertino, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Company Description Eurofins Scientific is an international life sciences company, providing a unique range of analytical testing services to clients across multiple industries, to make life and...

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Demographic Data for Cupertino, CA

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Cupertino, CA

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Cupertino, CA 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 Cupertino, CA
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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