Department Manager Jobs in Atlanta, GA

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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Manufacturing Work Team Leader

  • GEIGER
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 11 days ago
  • GEIGER
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 11 days ago

Why join us? Geiger furnishes the modern office with beautiful solutions for private offices, conference rooms, collaborative spaces, and more. Geiger designs play an important role in creating...

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HVAC Controls Systems Team Leader

  • Johnson Controls
  • Roswell, GA (21 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Roswell, GA (21 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 30+ days ago

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team As a global leader in smart, healthy and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people,...

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Principal Team Leader, Media Investment Analytics and Insights

  • Chick-fil-A, Inc.
  • College Park, GA (8 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • College Park, GA (8 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 13 hours ago

Overview As part of the Customer & Market Insights team at Chick-fil-A, it is our role to capitalize the Customer and provide meaningful insights that fuel innovation around service, product...

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AE - Associate Selling Team Leader (Associate Manager)

  • American Eagle
  • Kennesaw, GA (23 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kennesaw, GA (23 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 2 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...

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Team Leader $18.50 - West Marietta

  • Goodwill Industries of North Georgia
  • Marietta, GA (16 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Marietta, GA (16 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 6 days ago

Essential Functions: Supervise all store personnel as applicable during assigned shift to ensure operational standards are met Open and/or close the store as key holder/team leader on duty...

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Retail Department Supervisor

  • TJX
  • Smyrna, GA (10 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Smyrna, GA (10 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 6 days ago

Marshalls At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. Youll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and...

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Department Manager

  • Whole Foods Market
  • Duluth, GA (21 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Duluth, GA (21 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 7 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...

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Seafood Team Leader (Department Manager)

  • Whole Foods
  • Duluth, GA (21 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Duluth, GA (21 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 7 days ago

Provides overall leadership to the seafood team. Responsible for all aspects of daily operations including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance and...

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Front End Team Leader

  • OlliesBargainOutlet
  • Mableton, GA (10 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Mableton, GA (10 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 8 days ago

Join our team and live the Ollie-tude! : (Ollie’s Core Values) BE A TEAM PLAYER - Associates are expected to be supportive and work together. BE CARING - How do I treat others with courtesy,...

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Team Leader, Customer Experience & Outreach

  • CB2
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 8 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 8 days ago

Your upbeat attitude and ability to engage customers keeps the salesfloor energized and Sales Associates motivated. Under the direction of the Assistant Store Leader, Design & Trade you lead your...

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Zone Team Leader

  • Ollie'S Bargain Outlet
  • Douglasville, GA (20 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Douglasville, GA (20 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 8 days ago

Join our team and live the Ollie-tude!: (Ollie's Core Values) BE A TEAM PLAYER- Associates are expected to be supportive and work together. BE CARING- How do I treat others with courtesy, dignity,...

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Team Leader $18.50 - Snellville

  • Goodwill Industries of North Georgia
  • Snellville, GA (20 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Snellville, GA (20 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 12 days ago

Essential Functions: Supervise all store personnel as applicable during assigned shift to ensure operational standards are met Open and/or close the store as key holder/team leader on duty...

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Beauty Team Leader

  • Target
  • East Point, GA (7 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 12 days ago
  • East Point, GA (7 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 12 days ago

The starting pay range for this position per hour is $22.25 - $24.25. The full pay range for this position per hour is $22.25 - $37.80 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position....

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Multi Unit Retail Sales Manager - Metro

  • TCC Wireless
  • Kennesaw, GA (23 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Kennesaw, GA (23 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 12 days ago

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

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Team Leader $18.50 - Roswell Store

  • Goodwill Industries of North Georgia
  • Roswell, GA (21 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Roswell, GA (21 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 12 days ago

Essential Functions: Supervise all store personnel as applicable during assigned shift to ensure operational standards are met Open and/or close the store as key holder/team leader on duty...

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Demographic Data for Atlanta, GA

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Atlanta, GA

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Atlanta, GA 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 Atlanta, GA
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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