Department Manager Jobs in Rochester, MI

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 Sales Manager

  • Chesterfield, MI (18 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Chesterfield, MI (18 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 7 hours ago

Employee Type: Regular If you are a CURRENT Carters employee, you MUST apply through the Internal Career Link within the My Career & Performance app in Workday. Do not apply using the below...

Assembly Team Leader

  • Auburn Hills, MI (9 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Auburn Hills, MI (9 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 14 hours ago

The Assembly Team Leader is responsible for leading and supervising a team of Assembly operators by coordinating assembly activities, ensure adherence to quality standards and production...

Team Manager

  • Birmingham, MI (13 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Birmingham, MI (13 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 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 Team Leader

  • Clinton Township, MI (16 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Clinton Township, MI (16 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 2 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 - Irrigation - Bilingual Preferred (English/Spanish)

  • Pontiac, MI (8 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pontiac, MI (8 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 3 days ago

Position Overview Our Bilingual Department Managers take the lead as the Irrigation expert in the branch, working closely with customers on any or all needs within the department to ensure excellence...

Assistant Department Manager (Stone)

  • Utica, MI (8 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Utica, MI (8 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 4 days ago

Purpose This position is responsible for training and developing Product Sales Specialists and ensuring that customers have a positive shopping experience by receiving exceptional customer service...

Assistant Department Manager (Deco)

  • Utica, MI (8 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Utica, MI (8 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 4 days ago

Purpose This position is responsible for training and developing Product Sales Specialists and ensuring that customers have a positive shopping experience by receiving exceptional customer service...

Team Leader Production

  • Imlay City, MI (23 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 8 days ago
  • Imlay City, MI (23 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 8 days ago

Job Summary Leads team members to identify, manage, and execute the plants process improvement opportunities. Manages production staff to attain production and quality goals. Identifies problems...

Department Manager

  • Birmingham, MI (13 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Birmingham, MI (13 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 9 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...

Anthropologie Weddings Assistant Department Manager

  • Troy, MI (8 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Troy, MI (8 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 13 days ago

Big Beaver Rd., Troy, Michigan, 48084 United States Role Summary The Anthropologie Weddings Assistant Department Manager collaborates with the management team in supervision of store operations....

Overnight Stocking Manager

  • Fraser, MI (16 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 22 days ago
  • Fraser, MI (16 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 22 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....

Zone Team Leader

  • Utica, MI (8 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 22 days ago
  • Utica, MI (8 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 22 days ago

Join our team and live the Ollie-tude! : ( Ollie’s Core Values) BE A TEAM PLAYER - Associates are expected to be supportive and work together. BE CARING - How do I treat others with courtesy,...

Grocery Department Manager - Royal Oak, MI

  • Royal Oak, MI (16 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 27 days ago
  • Royal Oak, MI (16 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 27 days ago

The Grocery Department Manager is responsible for overall team member engagement for those in span of care....

Retail Department Manager-Customer Experience

  • Rochester Hills, MI
  • 27 days ago
  • Rochester Hills, MI
  • 27 days ago

Store - DET-ROCHESTER HILLS, MIDeliver a customer centric shopping experience by managing and delivering effective front-end operations and expectations. Lead the omnichannel processes. Maintain...

Department Manager - Great Lakes Crossing Outlets

  • Auburn Hills, MI (9 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 29 days ago
  • Auburn Hills, MI (9 miles from Rochester, MI)
  • 29 days ago

Thats why when you join us as a Department Manager, we refer to you as a Coach. Join the NIKE Team as a Department Manager As a Nike Department Manager, youre the face of NIKE....

Demographic Data for Rochester, MI

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Rochester, MI

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Rochester, MI offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.4%
High School or GED
23.6%
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 Rochester, MI
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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