Department Manager Jobs in Hayward, 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

  • San Carlos, CA (15 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • San Carlos, CA (15 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 20 hours 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...

Executive Team Leader - Assets Protection (Assistant Manager Loss Prevention)

  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA (24 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 21 hours 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...

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

  • Redwood City, CA (16 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (16 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 3 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...

Staffing Department Manager

  • Martinez, CA (21 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Martinez, CA (21 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 4 days ago

STAFFING DEPARTMENT MANAGER IN MARTINEZ, CA, USA!...

Frozen Department Manager

  • Fremont, CA (8 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (8 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Description: Job Title: Frozen Foods Department Manager Department: Frozen Foods FLSA: Non-Exempt General Function: Sets the department standards for customer service, employee relations, cleanliness...

197 - Brentwood - Department Mgr - Wage: $18 - $23 Per Hour

  • Brentwood, CA (24 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Brentwood, CA (24 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Description At Sportsman's Warehouse, we provide outstanding gear and exceptional service to inspire outdoor memories. Since 1986, when we opened our very first store in Midvale, UT, Sportsman's...

Aerie - Associate Selling Team Leader (Associate Manager)

  • San Mateo, CA (14 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA (14 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 4 days ago

YOUR ROLE As the full-time Associate Selling Team Leader, you are the Store Team Leader's "go-to" in developing and implementing the business strategy and leading the daily operations of the...

Customer Service & E-Commerce Associate Team Leader (Customer Service, In-Store Shopper Assistant Department Manager) - Full Time

  • Piedmont, CA (11 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Piedmont, CA (11 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 5 days ago

At Whole Foods Market, we are working to nourish people and the planet. In this role, you will support the Team Leader in leading and executing the Customer Service & E-Commerce programs; this...

Team Manager

  • Alameda, CA (13 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Alameda, CA (13 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 5 days ago

At Whole Foods Market, we are working to nourish people and the planet. In this role, you will support the Team Leader in leading and executing the Customer Service & E-Commerce programs; this...

Department Manager

  • El Cerrito, CA (20 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • El Cerrito, CA (20 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 5 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...

Assistant Team Leader

  • Alameda, CA (13 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Alameda, CA (13 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 5 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...

Meat Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

  • Albany, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Albany, CA (19 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 5 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...

AE - Selling Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

  • Santa Clara, CA (23 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (23 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 5 days ago

YOUR ROLE As the full-time Selling Team Leader, you are the Store Team Leader's "go-to" in developing and implementing the business strategy and leading the daily operations of the store. Your...

Specialty Sales Team Leader (Hourly Beauty Supervisor)

  • Santa Clara, CA (23 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (23 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 5 days ago

of your direct leader, and execute the same to deliver on department and store sales goals and guest engagement; including planning merchandising sets, make changes and updates to merchandise sets (planograms...

Sales Team Leader - Retail

  • Brisbane, CA (18 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Brisbane, CA (18 miles from Hayward, CA)
  • 7 days ago

About us At Splend, were on a mission to fundamentally change the way people own and operate a vehicle. With a strategic focus on Rideshare, we provide our customers straight forward, no strings...

Demographic Data for Hayward, CA

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Hayward, CA

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Hayward, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.5%
High School or GED
23.4%
Associate's Degree
14.6%
Master's Degree
9.3%
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 Hayward, 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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