Department Manager Jobs in Santa Ana, 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

  • Tractor Supply
  • Norco, CA (20 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Norco, CA (20 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 8 hours ago

Overall Job Summary The Team Leader is responsible for assisting the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager with the execution of operational, sales, and merchandising objectives by delivering...

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Closing Team Leader

  • Target
  • Garden Grove, CA (5 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (5 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 2 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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Small Format Team Leader

  • Target
  • Yorba Linda, CA (10 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Yorba Linda, CA (10 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 3 days ago

The starting pay range for this position per hour is $24.75 - $26.75. The full pay range for this position per hour is $24.75 - $42.05 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position....

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Department Manager, Womens - Costa Mesa, CA - South Coast Plaza

  • Fendi
  • Costa Mesa, CA (5 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (5 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 4 days ago

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION Job responsibilities The Department Manager, Womens will be responsible for leading and mentoring their team, building Client relationships, and proactively drive the achievement...

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Retail Sales Manager, Orange Country, CA

  • The Vita Coco Company
  • Orange, CA (2 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Orange, CA (2 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 5 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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Team Manager - Cabazon

  • Celine
  • Costa Mesa, CA (5 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (5 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 6 days ago

POSITION JOB RESPONSIBILITIES Position Symbol of elegance and authentic luxury with its sophisticated and timeless Collections, CELINE is a French Leather-Goods and Couture House, driven by a...

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Food & Beverage Team Leader

  • Target
  • Montclair, CA (24 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Montclair, CA (24 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 6 days ago

The starting pay range for this position per hour is $24.00 - $26.00. The full pay range for this position per hour is $24.00 - $40.80 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position....

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Executive Team Leader Service & Engagement (Assistant Manager Front End) - Katy, TX

  • Target
  • Cypress, CA (11 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Cypress, CA (11 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 6 days ago

The pay range is $64,000.00 - $128,000.00 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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General Merchandise Team Leader

  • Target
  • Montclair, CA (24 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Montclair, CA (24 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 8 days ago

The starting pay range for this position per hour is $24.00 - $26.00. The full pay range for this position per hour is $24.00 - $40.80 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position....

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Team Leader I

  • Stepan Company
  • Anaheim, CA (9 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (9 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 11 days ago

Stepan is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to join our Anaheim team in Anaheim, CA. In this role you will report to the Maintenance Manager. Provides maintenance planning and scheduling to ensure...

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Multi Unit Retail Sales Manager - Metro by T

  • TCC Wireless
  • Long Beach, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 12 days ago

Job Responsibilities : Maintain store operations, staffing, scheduling, and marketing efforts....

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Offsite Backroom Team Leader

  • Target
  • Commerce, CA (24 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Commerce, CA (24 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 12 days ago

The starting pay range for this position per hour is $25.00 - $27.00. The full pay range for this position per hour is $25.00 - $42.50 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position....

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Team Leader I

  • Stepan
  • Anaheim, CA (6 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (6 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Stepan is seeking a Maintenance Supervisor to join our Anaheim team in Anaheim, CA. In this role you will report to the Maintenance Manager. Provides maintenance planning and scheduling to ensure...

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Department Manager

  • McDonalds
  • Eastvale, CA (18 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Eastvale, CA (18 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 14 days ago

The People Department Managers responsibilities may include making sure the restaurant hires qualified crew, trains them well, and schedules them to meet restaurant sales and profit goals....

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Anthropologie Assistant Department Manager

  • Urban Outfitters
  • Long Beach, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (23 miles from Santa Ana, CA)
  • 14 days ago

Pacific Coast Hwy, Long Beach, California, 90803 United States Role Summary The Assistant Department Manager supports service, selling, and business operations to achieve an engaging and inspiring store...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Santa Ana, CA

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Santa Ana, 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 Santa Ana, 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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