Department Manager Jobs in Whippany, 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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Sales Executive Team Leader FTB NYC

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago

Contribute to the success of the organization and sales distribution site by effectively using sales techniques and processes to convert prospective owners into purchasers as well as reload...

Department Manager

  • New Providence, NJ (8 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • New Providence, NJ (8 miles from Whippany, 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...

Team Manager

  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (10 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (10 miles from Whippany, 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...

Team Leader

  • Summit, NJ (8 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Summit, NJ (8 miles from Whippany, 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...

Retail Warehouse Team Leader - Receiving

  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 14 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...

Customer Experience Team Leader - 4PL

  • Bogota, NJ (20 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bogota, NJ (20 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Maersk is a global leader in integrated logistics and have been industry pioneers for over a century. Through innovation and transformation, we are redefining the boundaries of possibility,...

Specialty Sales Team Leader

  • Bridgewater, NJ (18 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bridgewater, NJ (18 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 1 day 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...

Junk Team Leader

  • Somerset, NJ (23 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Somerset, NJ (23 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Our Top Captains are earning between $17 - $24 per hour Yes, you read that correctly. Life is too short not to work somewhere awesome! And we are that place. COMPANY MISSION: To live our four core...

Mover Team Leader

  • Fairfield, NJ (7 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfield, NJ (7 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Life Is Too Short Not to Work Somewhere Awesome Yes, you read that correctly. Life is too short not to work somewhere awesome! And we are that place. Who we are: We are a full-service Moving and...

Team Leader

  • Somerset, NJ (23 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Somerset, NJ (23 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Get Paid to Workout! Yes, you read that correctly. If you enjoy pushing yourself both physically and mentally, we want you to join our College HUNKS Hauling Junk team! We are looking for leaders...

Assistant Department Manager (Deco)

  • Elizabeth, NJ (16 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (16 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 1 day 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 American Dream Fixed Temp - Future Opportunity Maternity Leave Coverage

  • East Rutherford, NJ (17 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Rutherford, NJ (17 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

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

GC Retail Sales Manager Store 810

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Whether it's solving a customer issue or optimizing store operations, your solutions hit all the right notes....

Department Manager

  • Elizabeth, NJ (14 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (14 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

The People Department Managers responsibilities may include making sure the restaurant hires qualified crew, trains them well, and schedules them to meet restaurant sales and profit goals....

Meat Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

  • New York, NY (22 miles from Whippany, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (22 miles from Whippany, 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...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Whippany, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Whippany, NJ offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.4%
High School or GED
23.5%
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 Whippany, 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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