Department Manager Jobs in Watchung, 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

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 1 hour ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonald's USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonald's logos and food products,...

Whole Body Associate Team Leader (Body Care, Makeup, Vitamins, Nutrition Assistant Department Manager)

  • West Orange, NJ (13 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • West Orange, NJ (13 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 18 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...

Mgr - Retail Sales & Market Insights

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

Job Title: Manager Retail Sales and Market Insights Division: LOreal Luxe Location: 10 Hudson Yards, New York, NY 10001 ABOUT LOREAL: Innovation has fueled L'Oreals business for more than 100...

Team Manager

  • Bound Brook, NJ (6 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bound Brook, NJ (6 miles from Watchung, 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...

Department Manager

  • Holmdel, NJ (23 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Holmdel, NJ (23 miles from Watchung, 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...

Team Leader

  • Branchburg, NJ (17 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Branchburg, NJ (17 miles from Watchung, 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...

Produce Team Leader - Full Time

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Provides overall leadership to the Produce team. Responsible for all aspects of daily operations including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance and...

Specialty Associate Team Leader (Beer, Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Assistant Department Manager)

  • Old Bridge, NJ (18 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Old Bridge, NJ (18 miles from Watchung, 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...

Assistant Team Leader

  • Matawan, NJ (18 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Matawan, NJ (18 miles from Watchung, 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...

Anthropologie Assistant Department Manager

  • Short Hills, NJ (8 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Short Hills, NJ (8 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Location This position is located at 1200 Morris Tpk., Short Hills, New Jersey, 07078 United States Role Summary The Assistant Department Manager supports service, selling, and business operations to...

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

  • Morristown, NJ (10 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ (10 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 2 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...

E-Commerce Associate Team Leader Full-Time

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 2 days 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....

Specialty Associate Team Leader (Beer, Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Assistant Department Manager) - Full Time

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 4 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...

Maintenance Team Leader

  • New York, NY (24 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (24 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Auxiliary Services, State University College at Oswego, Inc., is a 25-million dollar customer-service focused corporation that provides dining operations, college store services, and...

Online Customer Service Team Leader

  • Jersey City, NJ (20 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (20 miles from Watchung, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

Customer Service Team Leader Christian Dior Perfumes - 4.0 Jersey City, NJ Job Details Full-time $70,000 - $80,000 a year 23 hours ago Benefits Leadership training provided Qualifications Customer...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Watchung, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Watchung, NJ 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 Watchung, 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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