Department Manager Jobs in Elmhurst, NY

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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Retail Sales Manager

  • North Bergen, NJ (8 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 5 hours ago
  • North Bergen, NJ (8 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 5 hours ago

Retail Sales Manager - Now Hiring Carters 2 days ago Employee Type: Regular If you are a CURRENT Carter's employee, you MUST apply through the Internal Career Link within the My Career &...

Produce Team Leader (Department Manager)

  • White Plains, NY (21 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 9 hours ago
  • White Plains, NY (21 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 9 hours 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...

Global Service Desk Manager

  • New York, NY (6 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 11 hours ago
  • New York, NY (6 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 11 hours ago

Requisition ID: req58930 Job Title: Global Service Desk Manager Sector: Information Technology Employment Category: Regular Employment Type: Full-Time Compensation: USD 111,686.00 - 121,377.00...

Retail Sales Manager

  • Hazlet Twp, NJ (24 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hazlet Twp, NJ (24 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 1 day ago

operations including Stocking/Sales associate duties, and responsibilities Lead, coach, and develop others Serve as Leader on Duty as scheduled Be a subject matter expert in your role and model Great...

Assistant Team Leader

  • Garden City, NY (12 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Garden City, NY (12 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 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...

Prepared Foods Team Leader (Culinary & Deli Department Manager) - Full Time

  • New York, NY (6 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (6 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 1 day ago

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

Team Manager

  • New Rochelle, NY (13 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Rochelle, NY (13 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 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....

Department Manager

  • Rye Brook, NY (22 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rye Brook, NY (22 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 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....

Team Leader

  • Larchmont, NY (14 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Larchmont, NY (14 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 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....

Seafood Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

  • Vauxhall, NJ (21 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Vauxhall, NJ (21 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 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...

Grocery Department Manager

  • Yonkers, NY (14 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Yonkers, NY (14 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Grocery Department Manager Location: 1 Stew Leonard Drive, Yonkers, NY 10710 Directly Supervises: Assistant Manager, Team Leaders, (Indirectly 21-43 Team Members) FLSA Status: Exempt Full Time- Salary...

Assistant Department Manager (Wood)

  • Springfield, NJ (23 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Springfield, NJ (23 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 2 days 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...

Team Leader

  • Elizabeth, NJ (16 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (16 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 2 days ago

What You'll Bring Overseeing a team of Sales Associates and reporting directly to the Department Manager requires a bold team player to take the reins....

Seafood Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

  • Union, NJ (20 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Union, NJ (20 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 2 days 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...

Anthropologie Assistant Department Manager

  • New York, NY (6 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (6 miles from Elmhurst, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Location This position is located at 1230 3rd Ave, New York, New York, 10021 United States Role Summary The Assistant Department Manager supports service, selling, and business operations to achieve...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Elmhurst, NY

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Elmhurst, NY offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.5%
High School or GED
23.5%
Associate's Degree
14.6%
Master's Degree
9.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.9%
Some College
3.7%
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 Elmhurst, NY
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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