Department Manager Jobs in Pleasanton, 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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Meat Assistant Department Manager (Associate Team Leader)

  • Sunnyvale, CA (19 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Sunnyvale, CA (19 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 6 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...

GC Retail Sales Manager Store 217

  • Dublin, CA (5 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Dublin, CA (5 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 18 hours ago

Whether it's solving a customer issue or optimizing store operations, your solutions hit all the right notes....

Team Leader

  • Hayward, CA (12 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hayward, CA (12 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 1 day ago

control Track and manage operating expenses to ensure profitability Develop a sales-driven culture using data analysis, goal setting, and in-store operating profit management Ensure efficient, courteous...

Walmart Team Leader

  • Milpitas, CA (15 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Milpitas, CA (15 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 2 days ago

... What you'll do... Directs and guides members of management and hourly associates on proper customer service approaches and techniques by modeling excellentcustomer service (for example, tour...

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

  • Atherton, CA (23 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Atherton, CA (23 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 4 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...

Department Manager

  • Stanford, CA (23 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Stanford, CA (23 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 4 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...

Food Service Team Leader

  • San Ramon, CA (11 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Ramon, CA (11 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 5 days ago

The pay range per hour is $27.00 - $45.90 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...

Health Market Department Manager

  • Fremont, CA (9 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (9 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 6 days ago

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

Prepared Foods Team Leader (Culinary & Deli Department Manager)

  • Danville, CA (11 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Danville, CA (11 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 7 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...

Assistant Team Leader

  • Hayward, CA (12 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hayward, CA (12 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 7 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...

Team Leader

  • Alamo, CA (16 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Alamo, CA (16 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 7 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...

Team Manager

  • San Leandro, CA (17 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • San Leandro, CA (17 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 7 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...

Structural Department Manager

  • Concord, CA (23 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Concord, CA (23 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 8 days ago

Who We Are Hargrove supplies unparalleled services in engineering, procurement, construction management, and technical services in the industrial, commercial, and government sectors. With over...

Seafood Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

  • Fremont, CA (9 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (9 miles from Pleasanton, 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...

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

  • San Jose, CA (20 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (20 miles from Pleasanton, CA)
  • 8 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...

Demographic Data for Pleasanton, CA

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Pleasanton, CA

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Pleasanton, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.3%
High School or GED
23.6%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
Master's Degree
9.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.9%
Some College
3.8%
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 Pleasanton, 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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