Department Manager Jobs in Georgia

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
  • 10 days ago
  • GEIGER
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 10 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
  • 30+ days ago
  • Roswell, 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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Fabrication Team Leader (First Shift)

  • Bard Manufacturing Company
  • Madison, GA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Madison, GA
  • 4 hours ago

Invite a friend Job Description: This is a First Shift position, schedule Monday - Thursday 6:00 AM - 4:30 PM. The Fabrication Team Leader is responsible for assisting department supervisors with...

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Principal Team Leader, Media Investment Analytics and Insights

  • Chick-fil-A, Inc.
  • College Park, GA
  • 9 hours ago
  • College Park, GA
  • 9 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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Retail Sales Manager

  • Harbor Freight Tools
  • Griffin, GA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Griffin, GA
  • 11 hours 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...

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Food & Beverage Team Leader

  • Target
  • Cumming, GA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Cumming, GA
  • 14 hours ago

The starting pay range for this position per hour is $21.25 - $23.25. The full pay range for this position per hour is $21.25 - $36.15 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position....

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Department Manager, Overnight, Fresh Kitchen - Dacula

  • Publix
  • Dacula, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Dacula, GA
  • 1 day ago

planning and maintaining production processes within the production department ensuring food quality and food safety within the production department; including Hazard Analysis and Critical...

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Team Leader $18.50 - Rome

  • Goodwill Industries of North Georgia
  • Rome, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Rome, GA
  • 1 day 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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ASSISTANT TEAM LEADER - pOpshelf

  • Dollar General Corporation
  • Columbus, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 1 day ago

Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient...

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Engineering Project Team Leader

  • Caterpillar
  • Griffin, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Griffin, GA
  • 1 day ago

Career Area: Engineering Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but also...

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Team Leader

  • Tractor Supply
  • Woodstock, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodstock, 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
  • 1 day ago
  • Canton, GA
  • 1 day 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
  • 1 day ago
  • Canton, GA
  • 1 day 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
  • 2 days ago
  • Johns Creek, 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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Front End Team Leader

  • OlliesBargainOutlet
  • Tifton, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Tifton, GA
  • 2 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 Georgia

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRetail research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Georgia 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 Georgia
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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