Department Manager Jobs in Marietta, 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 (16 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 11 days ago
  • GEIGER
  • Atlanta, GA (16 miles from Marietta, 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 (12 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Roswell, GA (12 miles from Marietta, 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 (22 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • College Park, GA (22 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 14 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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Team Leader

  • Tractor Supply
  • Woodstock, GA (12 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodstock, GA (12 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 1 day 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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ASSISTANT TEAM LEADER - pOpshelf in CANTON, GA S23645

  • pOpshelf
  • Canton, GA (20 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Canton, GA (20 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 2 days ago

pOpshelf's seeks to provide Fun Finds for Less through a fun and stress-free shopping destination for everyday and special items. We make it easy for customers to affordably treat themselves with...

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STORE TEAM LEADER - pOpshelf in CANTON, GA

  • pOpshelf
  • Canton, GA (20 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Canton, GA (20 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 2 days ago

pOpshelf's seeks to provide Fun Finds for Less through a fun and stress-free shopping destination for everyday and special items. We make it easy for customers to affordably treat themselves with...

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Team Leader - Mornings

  • Lucayan Smoothies, LLC
  • Johns Creek, GA (21 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Johns Creek, GA (21 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 2 days ago

The Team Leader - Mornings will help our guests meet their fitness and nutrition goals by assisting them in selecting smoothies, bowls, toast and other food items that inspire them to live a...

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AE - Associate Selling Team Leader (Associate Manager)

  • American Eagle
  • Kennesaw, GA (6 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kennesaw, GA (6 miles from Marietta, 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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Alterations Department Manager - North Point Mall

  • Von Maur
  • Alpharetta, GA (19 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Alpharetta, GA (19 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 3 days ago

As an Alterations Department Manager, you lead a team to provide alterations support and ensure the customer receives a final product that is customized to fit just right....

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Retail Sales Manager

  • Carter's
  • Canton, GA (20 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Canton, GA (20 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 5 days ago

If you are a CURRENT Carter's employee, do not apply via this external application. Search "Browse Jobs" in Workday to apply internally. Love what you do. Carter's Careers. As a Part Time Sales...

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Team Leader $18.50 - West Marietta

  • Goodwill Industries of North Georgia
  • Marietta, GA
  • 6 days ago
  • Marietta, 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 (6 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Smyrna, GA (6 miles from Marietta, 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 (22 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Duluth, GA (22 miles from Marietta, 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 (22 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Duluth, GA (22 miles from Marietta, 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 (9 miles from Marietta, GA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Mableton, GA (9 miles from Marietta, 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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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Marietta, GA

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Marietta, 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 Marietta, 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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