Department Manager Jobs in Joliet, 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.

1-15 of 39 Jobs

Back Room Supervisor/Department Manager

  • Tinley Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Tinley Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 12 hours ago

HomeGoods 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...

Department Manager

  • Bolingbrook, IL (13 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (13 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Pay ranges and benefits: Department Manager wage-on completion of all certifications-begins at $18 per hour and has a maximum of $27 per hour A Department Manager at a Carnagio Enterprises owned McDonalds...

Specialty Sales Executive Team Leader

  • Joliet, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Joliet, 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...

Specialty Sales Team Leader

  • Warrenville, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Warrenville, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 3 days ago

your direct leader, and execute the same to deliver on department and store sales goals and guest engagement ; i ncluding planning merchandising sets, make changes and updates to merchandise sets (planograms...

Service and Engagement Team Leader

  • Orland Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Orland Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 3 days ago

The pay range per hour is $24.00 - $40.80 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...

Service Team Leader

  • Oswego, IL (10 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Oswego, IL (10 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 6 days ago

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, youre provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development....

Department Manager

  • Wheaton, IL (22 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Wheaton, IL (22 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 6 days ago

Ensures adherence to category management schedule and planograms. Ensures nutritional aspects are displayed correctly....

Service & Engagement Executive Team Leader

  • Naperville, IL (16 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 7 days ago
  • Naperville, IL (16 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 7 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...

Retail Sales Manager

  • Oswego, IL (10 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Oswego, IL (10 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 9 days ago

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

Department Manager (Multiple Departments) - Morris, IL

  • Morris, IL (15 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Morris, IL (15 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 10 days ago

We have several career opportunity's as a Department Manager in our Morris, IL Retail Location!...

Department Manager NEW STORE OPENING

  • Orland Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Orland Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 10 days ago

The Department Manager reports directly to the Store Team Leader....

Visual Department Manager

  • Orland Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Orland Park, IL (20 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 10 days ago

The Visual Department Manager reports directly to the Store Team Leader....

Food Service Team Leader

  • Plainfield, IL (2 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Plainfield, IL (2 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 12 days ago

The pay range per hour is $23.75 - $40.40 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...

Retail Team Manager

  • Minooka, IL (5 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 15 days ago
  • Minooka, IL (5 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 15 days 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...

4 am General Merchandise Team Leader

  • Woodridge, IL (16 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 16 days ago
  • Woodridge, IL (16 miles from Joliet, IL)
  • 16 days ago

The pay range per hour is $23.50 - $39.95 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...

Demographic Data for Joliet, IL

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Joliet, IL

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Joliet, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.5%
High School or GED
23.4%
Associate's Degree
14.6%
Master's Degree
9.3%
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 Joliet, 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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