Department Manager Jobs in Cromwell, CT

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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Department Manager

  • Vernon, CT (19 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Vernon, CT (19 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 2 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....

Yale Bookstore Connecticut Department Manager- General Merchandise II-D6-D6

  • New Haven, CT (24 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (24 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities As a Department Manager in General Merchandise you will support all store operations and departments in partnership with the management team....

Business Banking Team Leader

  • Woodbridge, CT (24 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Woodbridge, CT (24 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 4 days ago

Responsible for the management of a team of at least three Business Bankers, with a combined loan portfolio of at least $50MM, in meeting assigned goals including loan volume production, cross...

Team Leader Food Safety, Quality Control & Compliance

  • Waterbury, CT (20 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Waterbury, CT (20 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 6 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...

Production Team Leader, Food Plant

  • Wallingford, CT (12 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Wallingford, CT (12 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 8 days ago

The Production Team Leader is responsible for managing and supervising the production team at the metro food production facility. Responsibilities: Lead the daily operations of the production...

Team Leader

  • New Hartford, CT (24 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • New Hartford, CT (24 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 10 days ago

SUMMARY: We are looking for our next Team Leader to lead production cell operations. Our Team Leaders have a direct impact on our safety, culture, work place organization, internal and external...

Anthropologie Assistant Department Manager

  • Farmington, CT (11 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 11 days ago
  • Farmington, CT (11 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 11 days ago

Location This position is located at 201 Westfarms Mall, Farmington, Connecticut, 06032 United States Role Summary The Assistant Department Manager supports service, selling, and business operations...

Executive Team Leader (Assistant Manager General Merchandise and Operations)- T1373 Meriden, CT

  • Meriden, CT (7 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 14 days ago
  • Meriden, CT (7 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 14 days ago

The pay range is $60,000.00 - $120,000.00 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...

Executive Team Leader Service & Engagement (Assistant Manager Front End)- T2156 Waterbury, CT

  • Waterbury, CT (20 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 15 days ago
  • Waterbury, CT (20 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 15 days ago

The pay range is $60,000.00 - $120,000.00 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...

Hardscapes Department Manager - Bilingual Preferred (English/Spanish)

  • South Windsor, CT (16 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 17 days ago
  • South Windsor, CT (16 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 17 days ago

Position Overview Our Bilingual Department Managers take the lead as the Hardscapes expert in the branch, working closely with customers on any or all needs within the department to ensure excellence...

Cosmetics Department Manager - FT

  • Meriden, CT (7 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 17 days ago
  • Meriden, CT (7 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 17 days ago

Additional responsibilities of the Retail Sales Department Manager include: + To supervise the cosmetics department and its coworkers + Provide customer service as per company standards, product knowledge...

Sr Team Leader, CSP

  • Bloomfield, CT (17 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 17 days ago
  • Bloomfield, CT (17 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 17 days ago

We have an exciting opportunity for a dynamic and motivated Sr. Team Leader for our Customer Supplied Parts Value Stream to join our team in Bloomfield, CT. The Sr. Team Leader will supervise all...

Retail Warehouse Team Leader - Receiving

  • New Haven, CT (24 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 20 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (24 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 20 days ago

Why we will love you You care about making a positive impact in the world. A warehouse job at IKEA is so much more than moving things from A to B. Its the stuff in between that makes being a...

Retail Sales Manager

  • Waterbury, CT (20 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 21 days ago
  • Waterbury, CT (20 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 21 days ago

Employee Type: Regular If you are a CURRENT Carters employee, you MUST apply through the Internal Career Link within the My Career & Performance app in Workday. Do not apply using the below...

Assistant Bakery Team Leader

  • Southington, CT (10 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 21 days ago
  • Southington, CT (10 miles from Cromwell, CT)
  • 21 days ago

Salary: $16.35- $23.00 SUMMARY Provides fast, friendly, helpful and efficient service to all Price Chopper customers. Assists the bakery manager with overseeing the daytoday operation through...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Cromwell, CT

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Cromwell, CT offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.4%
High School or GED
23.5%
Associate's Degree
14.6%
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 Cromwell, CT
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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