Department Manager Jobs in Minnesota

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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Environmental Services Department Manager

  • Forest Lake, MN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Forest Lake, MN
  • 45+ days ago

Role: Environmental Services Department Manager Pay Rate: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as an Account Manager, leading housekeeping, laundry, and floor care teams in a long-term care facility...

Food Service Team Leader (Starbucks) - Owatonna, MN

  • Owatonna, MN
  • 3 hours ago
  • Owatonna, MN
  • 3 hours ago

The pay range per hour is $21.25 - $36.15 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...

Full-Time Beauty Team Leader

  • MN
  • 6 hours ago
  • MN
  • 6 hours ago

Role Specific Information Job Description About the Role As Beauty Team Leader, you will lead the team to drive sales and department initiatives through an authentic passion for beauty and engage...

Team Leader

  • Mankato, MN
  • 10 hours ago
  • Mankato, MN
  • 10 hours 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...

District Team Leader (Minnesota area)

  • Eagan, MN
  • 17 hours ago
  • Eagan, MN
  • 17 hours ago

Location: 3925 Eagan Outlets Pkwy Eagan, Minnesota 55122Employee Type: Regular We offer a creative and friendly environment with plenty of opportunity for advancement. The successful candidate...

Department Manager - Shipping/Receiving - Redwood Falls, MN

  • Redwood Falls, MN
  • 17 hours ago
  • Redwood Falls, MN
  • 17 hours ago

We have career opportunity as a Department Manager of our Receiving department. The Department Manager is responsible for merchandising and sales within his or her assigned department....

Health Beauty Care Department Manager

  • Spring Lake Park, MN
  • 17 hours ago
  • Spring Lake Park, MN
  • 17 hours ago

Job Description: Job Title: Health Beauty Care Department Manager Department: Health Beauty Care FLSA : Non-Exempt General Function : As a Beauty Manager, this position will be responsible for setting...

Department Manager

  • Woodbury, MN
  • 17 hours ago
  • Woodbury, MN
  • 17 hours ago

A department manager is responsible for: Ordering Stocking Merchandise presentation Straightening and cleaning your department. Department Managers also back-up cashiers as needed....

Beauty Team Leader

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 17 hours ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 17 hours ago

The pay range per hour is $24.25 - $41.25 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...

Training Manager - Retail Sales

  • Austin, MN
  • 19 hours ago
  • Austin, MN
  • 19 hours ago

Training Manager Retail Sales Hormel Foods Corporation To save time applying, Hormel Foods does not offer sponsorship of job applicants for employment-based visas for this position at this time....

Team Leader-Austin

  • Austin, MN
  • 19 hours ago
  • Austin, MN
  • 19 hours ago

Hormel Foods Team Leader All applications will require ONE attachment, that will include the following. ONE attached PDF, titled by your name, with the following documents: Cover letter describing...

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...

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...

Assets Protection Team Leader - Bemidji, MN

  • Bemidji, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Bemidji, MN
  • 1 day ago

The pay range per hour is $21.00 - $35.70 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...

Specialty Sales Team Leader --Minneapolis NE

  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 1 day ago

Support team's execution of revisions, sales plans, planograms, and Visual Merchandising Guide (VMG) for defined categories Encourage guests to shop with confidence in specialty departments by creating...

Demographic Data for Minnesota

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Minnesota

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 Minnesota offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.2%
High School or GED
23.8%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
Master's Degree
9.2%
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 Minnesota
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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