Department Manager Jobs in Forest Park, 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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Department Manager

  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 17 days ago

Department Manager As a Plastipak Department Manager, you will direct and coordinate activities of production lines in processing materials or manufacturing products in an industrial organization....

Customer Service & E-Commerce Associate Team Leader (Customer Service, In-Store Shopper Assistant Department Manager)

  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 21 hours 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...

Tile Department Manager

  • Peachtree City, GA (19 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Peachtree City, GA (19 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Store Operations Assist the Chief Executive Merchant in handling store level human resources or loss prevention issues as necessary....

Department Manager - Atlantic Station

  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Thats why when you join us as a Department Manager, we refer to you as a Coach. Join the NIKE Team as a Department Manager As a Nike Department Manager, youre the face of NIKE....

Department Manager

  • Atlanta, GA (8 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA (8 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 1 day 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....

Team Leader Needed

  • Norcross, GA (24 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Norcross, GA (24 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 2 days ago

Monthly Bonuses for Our Leaders! Yes you read that correctly. If you are looking for a company to grow into a leadership position, we want you to join our team. Our leaders are the first point of...

Department Manager - Sales - Perimeter Mall

  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 3 days ago

DEPARTMENT MANAGER - SALES - PERIMETER MALL Req #1465 Perimeter Mall, Atlanta, Georgia, United States of America Job Description Posted Tuesday, June 24, 2025 at 12:00 AM As a Department Manager, you...

Team Leader, Packout Atlanta, Georgia, United States Apply Req ID: 3877

  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 4 days ago

Team Leader, Packout Atlanta, Georgia, United States Anduril Industries is a defense technology company with a mission to transform U.S. and allied military capabilities with advanced technology....

Retail Sales Manager

  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 5 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...

Materials Team Leader

  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 7 days ago

Job Description: Materials Team Leader Location: Plant McDonough (Smyrna, GA) Overview: The Materials Team Leader will supervise and coordinate all plant warehouse functions. This role includes...

Team Leader, Planning

  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 7 days ago

The Planning Team Leader is responsible for meticulously planning and scheduling both outage and daily maintenance activities for McDonough Combined Cycle Plant. The Planning Team Leader plays a...

Department Manager - You're a Superstar and we want you!

  • Griffin, GA (22 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Griffin, GA (22 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 8 days ago

Our Department Managers lead Departments....

Retail Sales Manager

  • McDonough, GA (20 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • McDonough, GA (20 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 8 days ago

operations including Stocking/Sales associate duties, and responsibilities Lead, coach, and develop others Serve as Leader on Duty as scheduled Be a subject matter expert in your role and model Great...

Team Leader, Design & Trade

  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA (9 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 8 days ago

We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we achieve...

Department Manager - Southside

  • McDonough, GA (20 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • McDonough, GA (20 miles from Forest Park, GA)
  • 8 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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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Forest Park, GA

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Forest Park, GA 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 Forest Park, 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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