Department Manager Jobs in Syosset, 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

  • West Babylon, NY (10 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • West Babylon, NY (10 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 1 hour 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...

Seafood Associate Team Leader - Full Time

  • Manhasset, NY (9 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Manhasset, NY (9 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 1 hour 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 - Full Time

  • Holbrook, NY (22 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Holbrook, NY (22 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 1 hour 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...

Operational Department Manager

  • Norwalk, CT (20 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Norwalk, CT (20 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 18 hours ago

The Department Manager reports directly to the Store Team Leader....

Assistant Team Leader

  • Garden City, NY (9 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Garden City, NY (9 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 1 day ago

The Associate Store Team Leader(ASTL) assists the Store Team Leader in all aspects of store operations....

Team Manager

  • Manhasset, NY (9 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Manhasset, NY (9 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 1 day ago

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 nourish people and the planet. That means...

Team Leader

  • Westport, CT (22 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Westport, CT (22 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 1 day ago

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 nourish people and the planet. That means...

Produce Team Leader (Department Manager)

  • White Plains, NY (19 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • White Plains, NY (19 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 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...

Anthropologie Assistant Department Manager

  • White Plains, NY (19 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • White Plains, NY (19 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Location This position is located at 125 Westchester Ave, White Plains, New York, 10601 United States Role Summary The Assistant Department Manager supports service, selling, and business operations...

E-Commerce Associate Team Leader (In-Store Shopper Assistant Department Manager)

  • Port Chester, NY (16 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Port Chester, NY (16 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 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....

Commercial Lines Construction Team Leader : White Plains

  • White Plains, NY (19 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • White Plains, NY (19 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 3 days ago

and Requirements General Description: Responsible for managing the operational activities of the unit/department in order to ensure consistent standards of service and professionalism. Required to...

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

  • Darien, CT (17 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Darien, CT (17 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 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...

Department Manager

  • Hauppauge, NY (17 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hauppauge, NY (17 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 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...

Team Leader

  • Garden City, NY (9 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 5 days ago
  • Garden City, NY (9 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 5 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....

Customer Service & E-Commerce Associate Team Leader (Customer Service, In-Store Shopper Assistant Department Manager)

  • New Canaan, CT (23 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • New Canaan, CT (23 miles from Syosset, NY)
  • 7 days ago

At Whole Foods Market, we are working to nourish people and the planet. In this role, you will support the Team Leader in leading and executing the Customer Service & E-Commerce programs; this...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Syosset, NY

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Syosset, NY 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 Syosset, 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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