Department Manager Jobs in Elizabeth, NJ

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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Tile Department Manager

  • Wayne, NJ (19 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Wayne, NJ (19 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 3 hours ago

Store Operations Assist the Chief Executive Merchant in handling store level human resources or loss prevention issues as necessary....

Retail Warehouse Team Leader - Outbound

  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

Why we will love you You care about making a positive impact in the world. A warehouse job at IKEA is so much more than moving things from A to B. Its the stuff in between that makes being a...

Product Recovery Team Leader

  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 5 hours ago

Why we will love you You care about making a positive impact in the world. A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings, we work to make sustainable living easy and affordable for everyone....

Assistant Department Manager (Tile)

  • East Brunswick, NJ (20 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago
  • East Brunswick, NJ (20 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 6 hours ago

Pay Range $18.00 - $25.70 Purpose This position is responsible for training and developing Product Sales Specialists and ensuring that customers have a positive shopping experience by receiving...

GUCCI Team Manager - Bloomingdales 59th Street

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 8 hours ago

Summary If you are a Dream-maker, this is the place for you. Together, we will create the real fabric of Gucci. A community of people united by the same passion: breaking new ground in the fashion...

Team Manager

  • Parsippany, NJ (17 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (17 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 12 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...

Morning Stock Team Manager

  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

and results Manage and support the truck processes and lead the teams to ensure standards are met; achieve your KPI's and manage your team to achieve their role KPI's Manage, execute and support the planogram...

GUCCI Team Manager - Bloomingdale's 59th Street

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Role Mission As a Gucci Team Manager, you will lead and inspire a dedicated team of Client Advisors to deliver the highest performance through a customer centric attitude. You will lead from the...

Assistant Team Leader

  • West Orange, NJ (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • West Orange, NJ (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 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...

Department Manager

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 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...

Department Manager

  • Valley Stream, NY (24 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Valley Stream, NY (24 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Company DescriptionJob Description About the Role As a Department Manager, you'll be the leader supporting and encouraging your whole team....

Specialty Sales Team Leader

  • Parsippany, NJ (17 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (17 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

your direct leader, and execute the same to deliver on department and store sales goals and guest engagement ; i ncluding planning merchandising sets, make changes and updates to merchandise sets (planograms...

Prepared Foods Associate Team Leader (Culinary & Deli Assistant Department Manager)

  • Montclair, NJ (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Montclair, NJ (9 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 3 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...

"Team Leader (Full-Time) - NYC, NY"

  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (10 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Job Description "Retail Store Team Leader (Full-Time) - NYC, NY" Are you ready to join one of the most trusted brands in the world? Join the LEGO Brand Retail team as a full-time Supervisor and be...

Retail Sales Manager

  • Valley Stream, NY (24 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Valley Stream, NY (24 miles from Elizabeth, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

If you are a CURRENT Carters employee, do not apply via this external application. Search "Browse Jobs" in Workday to apply internally. Love what you do. Carters Careers. As a Part Time Sales...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Elizabeth, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Elizabeth, NJ 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 Elizabeth, NJ
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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