Department Manager Jobs in Louisiana

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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Anthropologie Assistant Department Manager

  • Urban Outfitters
  • Metairie, LA
  • 3 hours ago
  • Metairie, LA
  • 3 hours ago

Location This position is located at 3301 Veterans Blvd, Metairie, Louisiana, 70002 United States Role Summary The Assistant Department Manager supports service, selling, and business operations to...

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Retail Sales Manager

  • Carter's
  • Harahan, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Harahan, LA
  • 1 day 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

  • Tractor Supply
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lafayette, LA
  • 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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Department Manager

  • Whole Foods Market
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Shreveport, LA
  • 4 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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Shipping - Department Manager - FT

  • STINE HOME + YARD
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 7 days ago

Job Summary: The Department Manager is in a position of management with supervision over assigned department(s) and associates in said area....

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ASSISTANT TEAM LEADER - pOpshelf

  • Dollar General Corporation
  • Monroe, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • Monroe, LA
  • 8 days 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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Multi Unit Retail Sales Manager - Metro

  • TCC Wireless LLC
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 12 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 12 days ago

Job Responsibilities : Maintain store operations, staffing, scheduling, and marketing efforts....

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AE - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

  • American Eagle
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 13 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 13 days ago

YOUR ROLE As the full-time Merchandising Team Leader, you are the Store Team Leader's "go-to" in developing and implementing the Merchandising strategy for the store. Your passion lies in training...

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Department Manager

  • McDonalds
  • Pineville, LA
  • 14 days ago
  • Pineville, LA
  • 14 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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Retail Department Supervisor

  • The TJX Companies, Inc.
  • Houma, LA
  • 15 days ago
  • Houma, LA
  • 15 days ago

HomeGoods At TJX Companies, every day brings new opportunities for growth, exploration, and achievement. You'll be part of our vibrant team that embraces diversity, fosters collaboration, and...

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Fast and Fresh Department Manager

  • Hy-Vee
  • Gretna, LA
  • 16 days ago
  • Gretna, LA
  • 16 days ago

Job Description: Job Title: Fast & Fresh Department Manager Department: Fast & Fresh FLSA: Non-Exempt General Function Sets the department standards for customer service, employee relations, cleanliness...

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Sales Team Manager

  • Belk
  • Denham Springs, LA
  • 19 days ago
  • Denham Springs, LA
  • 19 days ago

Collaborate with store operations teams to support execut ion of floor sets, product placement, pricing, recover y, replenishment, and other operational activities to meet store objectives....

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Team Leader

  • Tractor Supply Company
  • Mathews, LA
  • 27 days ago
  • Mathews, LA
  • 27 days 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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Food Service Team Leader

  • Target
  • Kenner, LA
  • 29 days ago
  • Kenner, LA
  • 29 days ago

The starting pay range for this position per hour is $20.75 - $22.75. The full pay range for this position per hour is $20.75 - $35.25 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position....

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Department Manager

  • H&M Group
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 30+ days ago

Support the Visual Merchandisers with these actions by securing the hours and staff needed for a successful execution Together with the store management team, secure store operations, H&M standards,...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Louisiana

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 Louisiana 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 Louisiana
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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