Department Manager Jobs in Wood Ridge, 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 (8 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 11 hours ago
  • New York, NY (8 miles from Wood Ridge, 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...

Retail Sales Manager

  • White Plains, NY (20 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago
  • White Plains, NY (20 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 13 hours ago

If you are a CURRENT Carters employee, do not apply via this external application. Search "Browse Jobs" in Workday to apply internally. POSITION PURPOSE The Sales Managers purpose is to uphold the...

Department Manager

  • New Providence, NJ (19 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • New Providence, NJ (19 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 14 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 (21 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Berkeley Heights, NJ (21 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 14 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 (17 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Summit, NJ (17 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 14 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...

Meat Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

  • Port Chester, NY (24 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Port Chester, NY (24 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 14 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...

Retail Warehouse Team Leader - Receiving

  • Brooklyn, NY (11 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (11 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 15 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...

Department Manager

  • East Elmhurst, NY (12 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago
  • East Elmhurst, NY (12 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 20 hours ago

Create a healthier, brighter future for pets, pet parents and people! If you want to make a real difference, create an exciting career path, feel welcome to be your whole self and nurture your...

Customer Experience Team Leader - 4PL

  • Bogota, NJ (3 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bogota, NJ (3 miles from Wood Ridge, 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,...

Team Leader

  • Rye, NY (22 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rye, NY (22 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Overview At New York Blood Center Enterprises (NYBCe), one of the most comprehensive blood centers in the world, our focus is on cultivating excellence by merging cutting-edge innovation with...

Mover Team Leader

  • Fairfield, NJ (11 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fairfield, NJ (11 miles from Wood Ridge, 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...

Assistant Department Manager (Deco)

  • Elizabeth, NJ (13 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (13 miles from Wood Ridge, 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 (2 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Rutherford, NJ (2 miles from Wood Ridge, 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...

Specialty Sales Team Leader

  • Spring Valley, NY (18 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Spring Valley, NY (18 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

The pay range per hour is $25.75 - $43.75 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...

GC Retail Sales Manager Store 810

  • New York, NY (8 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (8 miles from Wood Ridge, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

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

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Wood Ridge, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Wood Ridge, 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 Wood Ridge, 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%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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