Department Manager Jobs in San Mateo, 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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Specialty Associate Team Leader (Beer, Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Assistant Department Manager)

  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • San Francisco, CA (15 miles from San Mateo, 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 and...

Meat Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

  • Fremont, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 21 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...

Regional Team Leader, Specifications

  • Walnut Creek, CA (24 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (24 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

42204BR** **Requisition ID:** 42204BR **Business Unit:** TSU **Job Description:** Ready to take the next step in your career? Passionate about helping others grow professionally? As a Regional...

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

  • San Carlos, CA (6 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Carlos, CA (6 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day 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...

Team Leader

  • Half Moon Bay, CA (8 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Half Moon Bay, CA (8 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day 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...

Team Manager

  • Woodside, CA (11 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodside, CA (11 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day 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...

Health Market Department Manager

  • Fremont, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fremont, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 1 day ago

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

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

  • Redwood City, CA (8 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (8 miles from San Mateo, 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...

Frozen Department Manager

  • Fremont, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (18 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 7 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...

Aerie - Associate Selling Team Leader (Associate Manager)

  • San Mateo, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • San Mateo, CA
  • 7 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 (17 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Piedmont, CA (17 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 8 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 (24 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • El Cerrito, CA (24 miles from San Mateo, 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...

Assistant Team Leader

  • Alameda, CA (13 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Alameda, CA (13 miles from San Mateo, 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...

Meat Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

  • Albany, CA (21 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Albany, CA (21 miles from San Mateo, 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...

Sales Team Leader - Retail

  • Brisbane, CA (9 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Brisbane, CA (9 miles from San Mateo, CA)
  • 9 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...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in San Mateo, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in San Mateo, 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 San Mateo, 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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