Department Manager Jobs in Ridgewood, 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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Closing Team Leader

  • Union, NJ (21 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Union, NJ (21 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago

Support your leader with store operations by seeing the store through the lens of the guest, establish consistent routines and help ensure departments are zoned, in-stock, signed and labeled appropriately...

Service & Engagement Team Leader

  • Union, NJ (21 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Union, NJ (21 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago

The pay range per hour is $25.00 - $42.50 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...

Meat Team Leader (Department Manager)

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

Department Manager

  • Morristown, NJ (24 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Morristown, NJ (24 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 22 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...

Assistant Team Leader

  • Woodcliff Lake, NJ (4 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Woodcliff Lake, NJ (4 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 22 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

  • Newark, NJ (17 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, NJ (17 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Job Title Team Leader Location Newark Employment Type Full time Contract Type Permanent Shift Pattern Work Shift: Nights Hours per Week 36 Pay Rate 15.99 Category Retail Hourly Colleagues, Store...

Seafood Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

  • Morristown, NJ (24 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Morristown, NJ (24 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 1 day 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...

Meat Team Leader (Department Manager)

  • Woodcliff Lake, NJ (4 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodcliff Lake, NJ (4 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 1 day 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...

Team Manager

  • Woodcliff Lake, NJ (4 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodcliff Lake, NJ (4 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 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...

Team Leader

  • Woodcliff Lake, NJ (4 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodcliff Lake, NJ (4 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 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...

Beauty Team Leader

  • Rockaway, NJ (19 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rockaway, NJ (19 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

The pay range per hour is $24.75 - $42.05 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...

WFullTime Team Leader/Supervisor Specialty Retail Shoes starting @ $20

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

REQUIREMENTS: All of our teammates are expected to be tough-minded, motivated, smart and talented individuals. For this position, retail experience and previous experience supervising or team...

Morning Stock Team Manager

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 3 days 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...

Team Manager - Madison Ave Flagship

  • New York, NY (17 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (17 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Liaise with in store operations team to ensure organization and systems are in place and maintained for smooth client experience Ensures all the necessary measures for the safety of valuable products...

Aerie - Selling Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

  • Paramus, NJ (3 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ (3 miles from Ridgewood, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

YOUR ROLE As the full-time Selling Team Leader, you are the Store Team Leader's "go-to" in developing and implementing the business strategy and leading the daily operations of the store. Your...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Ridgewood, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Ridgewood, 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 Ridgewood, 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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