Department Manager Jobs in New Jersey

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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Assistant Team Leader

  • West Orange, NJ
  • 2 hours ago
  • West Orange, NJ
  • 2 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...

Department Manager

  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 2 hours ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 2 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...

Floral Department Manager

  • Maplewood, NJ
  • 10 hours ago
  • Maplewood, NJ
  • 10 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...

Walmart Team Leader

  • Woodbury, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Woodbury, NJ
  • 1 day ago

... What you'll do... Directs and guides members of management and hourly associates on proper customer service approaches and techniques by modeling excellentcustomer service for example tour to...

Meat Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

  • Closter, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Closter, NJ
  • 1 day 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...

Curbside Team Leader

  • Somerset, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Somerset, NJ
  • 1 day 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...

Assistant Department Manager (Wood)

  • Turnersville, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Turnersville, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Purpose This position is responsible for training and developing Product Sales Specialists and ensuring that customers have a positive shopping experience by receiving exceptional customer service...

IT Manager, Service Desk Problem Mgmt

  • Morris Plains, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Morris Plains, 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...

Retail Sales Manager

  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 2 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...

Department Manager

  • Montclair, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Montclair, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Support the Visual Merchandisers with these actions by securing the hours and staff needed for a successful execution Together with the store management team, secure store operations, H&M standards,...

Department Manager - Newport Centre

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Our Department Managers typically join us with retail experience as either a Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager, or Department Manager....

Retail Department Manager

  • Toms River, NJ
  • 4 days ago
  • Toms River, NJ
  • 4 days ago

The Retail Department Manager grows department sales to achieve the store sales plan....

Team Leader

  • Wayne, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Wayne, NJ
  • 5 days ago

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

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...

Hy-Vee Wine and Spirits Department Manager

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 5 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 5 days ago

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

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in New Jersey

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRetail research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in New Jersey 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 New Jersey
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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