Department Manager Jobs in Massachusetts

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 Store Area Team Leader

  • Ocean State Job Lot
  • Rockland, MA
  • moments ago
  • Rockland, MA
  • moments ago

The hourly pay range for this position is $24 to $26 per hour, and it is eligible for overtime at a rate of $36.00 to $39.00 per hour. Your Everyday Perks & Protection: 30% Associate Discount:...

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Retail Sales Manager

  • Carter's
  • Burlington, MA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Burlington, MA
  • 10 hours 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

  • Whole Foods Market
  • Wellesley, MA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Wellesley, MA
  • 10 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...

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Specialty Associate Team Leader (Beer, Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Assistant Department Manager)

  • Whole Foods
  • Wellesley, MA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Wellesley, MA
  • 14 hours 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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Seafood Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

  • Whole Foods
  • Wellesley, MA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Wellesley, MA
  • 14 hours 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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Department Manager

  • Whole Foods Market
  • Charlestown, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlestown, MA
  • 1 day ago

Responsibilities: Maintains a thorough understanding of WFM store operations and merchandising processes....

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Retail Sales Manager

  • Camping World
  • West Hatfield, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • West Hatfield, MA
  • 1 day ago

Evaluate, coach, counsel and train associates for success Recognize seasonality of the business and develop a strategy for merchandising the store for seasonal trends by adhering to company standards and planograms...

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Retail Store Team Leader

  • Ocean State Job Lot
  • Leominster, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Leominster, MA
  • 2 days ago

The pay range for this position is $67000 - $74000 and is based on experience. Competitive salary, Bonus eligible, Comprehensive benefits package, Generous PTO, 45 hour work week, Health &...

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Key Account Manager Department Stores

  • SharkNinja
  • Needham, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Needham, MA
  • 2 days ago

About Us SharkNinja is a global product design and technology company, with a diversified portfolio of 5-star rated lifestyle solutions that positively impact people's lives in homes around the...

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Kitchen Team Leader

  • Mitchells & Butlers
  • Uxbridge, MA
  • 2 days ago
  • Uxbridge, MA
  • 2 days ago

No CV to hand? No problem! We've made our application process mobile friendly and removed the need for a CV. Our form takes 2 minutes to complete and tells us all we need about you! As Kitchen...

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Team Manager

  • Whole Foods Market
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 3 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA
  • 3 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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Delicatessen Department Manager

  • Hy-Vee
  • Quincy, MA
  • 4 days ago
  • Quincy, MA
  • 4 days ago

Operations, and Health Wellness Home; Food Service Director Positions that Reports to you: Delicatessen Department Employees Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Maintains a positive attitude; creates...

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Anthropologie Department Manager - Service & Styling

  • Urban Outfitters
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago

This can include the development of others, collaborating with key partners, and supporting store operations and visual needs....

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General Merchandise Team Leader

  • Target
  • Haverhill, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Haverhill, MA
  • 5 days ago

Jobs Haverhill, MA General Merchandise Team Leader Target General Merchandise Team Leader Haverhill, MA Apply The starting pay range for this position per hour is $24.25 - $26.25. The full pay...

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Retail Sales Manager, Worcester MA

  • The Vita Coco Company
  • Worcester, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Worcester, MA
  • 5 days ago

As the Retail Sales Manager, you'll lead efforts at retail to achieve revenue, depletion, distribution and execution goals in the Market. You'll report to the Market Manager and develop strategic...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Massachusetts

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Massachusetts 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 Massachusetts
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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