Department Manager Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

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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Virology Customer Team Leader - Northwest District

  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 12 hours ago

The Customer Team Leader (CTL) plays a critical role in establishing our company's customer focused initiative. + This is a field-based sales management position that is responsible for covering...

Part-Time Team Leader - Arundel Mills, MD

  • Hanover, MD (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Hanover, MD (18 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 12 hours ago

Part-Time Team Leader - Arundel Mills, MD Share on: + **Location** Hanover, Maryland, United States of America + **Job ID** ... + **Category** Retail **Job Description** **Are you ready to join...

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

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 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...

Prepared Foods Team Leader (Culinary & Deli Department Manager)

  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago
  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 2 days ago

Provides overall leadership to the Prepared Foods team. Responsible for all aspects of daily operations including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory...

Meat Team Leader (Department Manager)

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Provides overall leadership to the Meat team. Responsible for all aspects of daily operations including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance and...

Store Department Manager

  • Columbia, MD (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, MD (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Our team seeks a Store Department Manager (SDM) to coach and motivate stores sales teams. You are a key member of the store management team....

Sr. Customer Solutions Manager, Department of Defense - Air Force

  • Arlington, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 3 days ago

DESCRIPTION Are you passionate about shaping the future of the Department of Defense by paving the way for innovation through customer advocacy? Do you have the program management and technical...

General Merchandise Team Leader

  • Glen Burnie, MD (21 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Glen Burnie, MD (21 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 5 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...

Customer Solutions Manager, Department of Defense - Air Force

  • Arlington, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Are you passionate about shaping the future of the Department of Defense by paving the way for innovation through customer advocacy? Do you have the program management and technical acumen to earn...

Team Manager

  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Sterling, VA (22 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 5 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...

Aerie - Associate Selling Team Leader (Associate Manager)

  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Annapolis, MD (24 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 5 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...

AE - Selling Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

  • McLean, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • McLean, VA (10 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 5 days ago

YOUR ROLE As the full-time 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 store. Your...

Full-Time Team Leader

  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Alexandria, VA (14 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 6 days ago

In Virginia, our Team Jeni's Full Time Team Leaders have the opportunity to earn an average of $24.02 per hour!* *This is an estimate of hourly earnings. It is based on the 2025 base pay rate,...

Customer Service & E-Commerce Associate Team Leader (Customer Service, In-Store Shopper Assistant Department Manager)

  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC (9 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 6 days ago

At Whole Foods Market, we are working to nourish people and the planet. In this role, you will support the Team Leader in leading and executing the Customer Service & E-Commerce programs; this...

Production Team Leader Gaithersburg

  • Gaithersburg, MD (12 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (12 miles from Silver Spring, MD)
  • 7 days ago

Ability to read and comprehend internal documents related to store operations.7....

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Silver Spring, MD

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Silver Spring, MD 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 Silver Spring, MD
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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