Department Manager Jobs in Grayslake, IL

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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Retail Team Manager

  • Woodstock, IL (21 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Woodstock, IL (21 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

RETAIL TEAM MANAGER Join us as a Retail Team Manager in our stores. Portables, an AT&T Authorized Retailer, is the number one retailer in America for the world's largest telecommunications and...

Assistant Department Manager (Installation Materials)

  • Deerfield, IL (14 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Deerfield, IL (14 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 12 hours ago

Pay Range $17.28 - $25.52 Purpose This position is responsible for training and developing Product Sales Specialists and ensuring that customers have a positive shopping experience by receiving...

Full Time Department Manager

  • Vernon Hills, IL (8 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL (8 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 1 day ago

TJ Maxx 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...

Team Leader

  • Glenview, IL (21 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Glenview, IL (21 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Position at Wild Fork Foods Team Leader When b ecoming a Team Leader at Wild Fork, you will be supporting store leadership by overseeing daily operations, delegating tasks, monitoring the team's...

Food & Beverage Sales Executive Team Leader

  • Mundelein, IL (4 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mundelein, IL (4 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 2 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...

Aerie - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (16 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI (16 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Through your leadership, your team always nails floorset execution, and rocks merchandising and marketing brand standards....

Team Leader

  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 4 days ago

What You'll Bring Overseeing a team of Sales Associates and reporting directly to the Department Manager requires a bold team player to take the reins....

Department Manager

  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Our Department Managers typically join us with retail experience as either a Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager, or Department Manager....

Specialty Sales Executive Team Leader

  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 5 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...

Team Manager

  • Kenilworth, IL (24 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Kenilworth, IL (24 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Assists the Team Leader in all aspects of daily operations including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance and special projects as assigned. Leads and...

Team Leader

  • Morton Grove, IL (24 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Morton Grove, IL (24 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Assists the Team Leader in all aspects of daily operations including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance and special projects as assigned. Leads and...

General Merchandise Team Leader - Lake Zurich, IL

  • Lake Zurich, IL (8 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lake Zurich, IL (8 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 6 days ago

The pay range per hour is $23.25 - $39.50 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...

Whole Body Associate Team Leader (Body Care, Makeup, Vitamins, Nutrition Assistant Department Manager)

  • Vernon Hills, IL (8 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Vernon Hills, IL (8 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Assists the Team Leader in all aspects of daily operations including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance, and special projects as assigned. Leads...

Department Manager

  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (20 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Company DescriptionJob Description About the Role As a Department Manager, you'll be the leader supporting and encouraging your whole team....

Specialty Associate Team Leader - Full Time

  • Elgin, IL (23 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Elgin, IL (23 miles from Grayslake, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Assists the Team Leader in all aspects of daily operations including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance and special projects as assigned. Leads and...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Grayslake, IL

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Grayslake, IL 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 Grayslake, IL
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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