Department Manager Jobs in Maynard, MA

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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Assistant Team Leader

  • Dedham, MA (18 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Dedham, MA (18 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 14 hours 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...

Team Leader

  • Newton, MA (14 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Newton, MA (14 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 14 hours 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...

Department Manager

  • Dedham, MA (18 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Dedham, MA (18 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 15 hours 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...

Anthropologie Assistant Department Manager

  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 16 hours ago

Location This position is located at 46 Pier 4 Boulevard, Boston, Massachusetts, 02210 United States Role Summary The Assistant Department Manager supports service, selling, and business operations...

Talent Acquisition Team Leader

  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Creatio is a global vendor of an AI-native platform to automate workflows and CRM with no-code and a maximum degree of freedom. Our platform combines an AI-first architecture, composable no-code...

Prepared Foods Team Leader (Culinary & Deli Department Manager)

  • Newton, MA (14 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newton, MA (14 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details 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...

Seafood Team Leader (Department Manager)

  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (20 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details 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...

Team Manager

  • Bellingham, MA (24 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bellingham, MA (24 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 1 day 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...

Meat Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

  • Charlestown, MA (20 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlestown, MA (20 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 1 day 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...

Produce Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

  • Newtonville, MA (14 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newtonville, MA (14 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 1 day 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...

AE - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

  • Millbury, MA (23 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Millbury, MA (23 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Branch Team Leader, Leominster, MA, Full-Time, Onsite

  • Leominster, MA (17 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Leominster, MA (17 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Schedule Mon - Fri 8:30 - 5:30, alt. Thurs/Fridays 10:30-7:30, alt Saturdays 8:30 - 3:30 (40 hours) What You'll Do Summary/Objective: As part of the Branch Management Team, this position supports...

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

  • Arlington, MA (15 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Arlington, MA (15 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 2 days ago

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

Department Manager

  • Westford, MA (11 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Westford, MA (11 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Ace Hardware - Immediate Hiring for Department Manager Do you thrive in a dynamic retail environment?...

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

  • Wellesley, MA (12 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Wellesley, MA (12 miles from Maynard, MA)
  • 3 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...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Maynard, MA

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Maynard, MA 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 Maynard, MA
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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