Department Manager Jobs in Summit, 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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Department Manager

  • Brooklyn, NY (19 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (19 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

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

Assistant Team Leader

  • West Orange, NJ (7 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • West Orange, NJ (7 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 13 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...

Fast and Fresh Department Manager

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

Job Description: Job Title: Fast and Fresh Department Manager Department: Fast and Fresh FLSA: Non-Exempt General Function Sets the department standards for customer service, employee relations, cleanliness...

Floral Department Manager

  • Maplewood, NJ (5 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Maplewood, NJ (5 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago

Job Description: Job Title: Floral Department Manager Department: Floral FLSA: Non-Exempt General Function: Sets the department standards for customer service, employee relations, cleanliness, sanitation...

E-Commerce Associate Team Leader (In-Store Shopper Assistant Department Manager)

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago

At Whole Foods Market, we're working to nourish people and the planet. We're committed to providing record-setting grocery delivery services to our Whole Foods Market On Amazon (WFMOA) customers....

GUCCI Team Manager Wooster - Future Opportunity

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 23 hours ago

Role Mission As the Team Manager, you will lead and inspire your team to create and deliver an unsurpassed luxury service culture in the store. You will lead from the selling floor, where your...

Department Manager-General Merchandise - NYU Bookstore

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Partners with various support partners, including Store Operations, RCMS, AP, HR, and Training....

Team Leader

  • Brooklyn, NY (19 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (19 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

At Whole Foods Market, we're working to nourish people and the planet. Were committed to providing record-setting grocery delivery services to our Whole Foods Market On Amazon (WFMOA) customers....

Curbside Team Leader

  • Somerset, NJ (17 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Somerset, NJ (17 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Job Summary As a Curbside Express and Home Delivery Team Leader, you'll manage an amazing team and help us bring great service to every customer that visits our store. You'll ensure our Curbside...

IT Manager, Service Desk Problem Mgmt

  • Morris Plains, NJ (11 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Morris Plains, NJ (11 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Innovate to solve the world's most important challenges THE BUSINESS UNIT This position is intended to convey to the new, independent company, to be named Solstice Advanced Materials when the...

Department Manager - Soho

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 2 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....

Operations Department Manager - Soho Greene Street

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

LOEWE is currently seeking a Department Manager- Operations for its Greene Street location!...

Department Manager, Mens - New York, NY - 57Th St. Flagship

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

DEPARTMENT MANAGER, MEN'S - YORK, NY - 57TH ST....

General Merchandise Team Leader

  • New York, NY (19 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (19 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

General Merchandise Team Leader Target - 3.5 Orchard Park, NY Job Details Part-time $22.50 - $38.25 an hour 15 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental...

Retail Sales Manager

  • Raritan, NJ (17 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Raritan, NJ (17 miles from Summit, NJ)
  • 4 days 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...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Summit, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Summit, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.3%
High School or GED
23.6%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
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 Summit, 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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