Department Manager Jobs in New York

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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Wood Department Manager

  • Rochester, NY
  • 9 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 9 hours ago

Store Operations Assist the Chief Executive Merchant in handling store level human resources or loss prevention issues as necessary....

RN Team Leader

  • Bronx, NY
  • 9 hours ago
  • Bronx, NY
  • 9 hours ago

Must have prior dialysis experience! PURPOSE AND SCOPE: Functions as part of the hemodialysis health care team as a Team Leader Registered Nurse to ensure provision of quality patient care on a...

Closing Team Leader

  • Amsterdam, NY
  • 9 hours ago
  • Amsterdam, NY
  • 9 hours ago

Support your leader with store operations by seeing the store through the lens of the guest, establish consistent routines and help ensure departments are zoned, in-stock, signed and labeled appropriately...

Department Manager

  • New York, NY
  • 9 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 9 hours ago

Our team seeks a Store Department Manager (SDM) to coach and motivate stores sales teams. You are a key member of the store management team....

PAC Assistant Team Leader

  • Albany, NY
  • 9 hours ago
  • Albany, NY
  • 9 hours ago

Responsible to assist Department Managers in shrink and margin shortfalls identification. Provide temporary back-up support to the Front End operation as needed....

Seafood Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

  • Manhasset, NY
  • 12 hours ago
  • Manhasset, NY
  • 12 hours 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...

Assistant Customer Service Team Leader - Office

  • New York, NY
  • 17 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 17 hours ago

Pay Range: $15.50- $24.50 SUMMARY To be the advocate for our guests and consistently meet our guestsAEUR expectations by providing a friendly, helpful, easy, and safe shopping experience....

Team Leader, Operations

  • New York, NY
  • 17 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 17 hours ago

We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we achieve...

Personal Department Manager

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 1 day ago

Pay Range: $70,380.00 - $103,232.00Manages and directs department activities and functions performing sales and/or service support for all distribution channels: telephone, face-to-face, and...

Specialty Sales Team Leader

  • Depew, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Depew, NY
  • 1 day ago

your direct leader, and execute the same to deliver on department and store sales goals and guest engagement ; i ncluding planning merchandising sets, make changes and updates to merchandise sets (planograms...

Retail Sales Manager

  • Hauppauge, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Hauppauge, NY
  • 1 day ago

Join Our Team For over 70 years, Teachers Federal Credit Union has been committed to guiding members toward building a strong financial foundation today for a better tomorrow. Named one of...

Assistant Customer Service Team Leader - Office

  • Schenectady, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Schenectady, NY
  • 1 day ago

Pay Range: $15.50- $24.50 SUMMARY To be the advocate for our guests and consistently meet our guestsa expectations by providing a friendly, helpful, easy, and safe shopping experience. Responsible...

Health Market Department Manager

  • Rochester, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 1 day ago

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

BOTTEGA VENETA Department Manager, Leather Goods, NY Flagship

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

We are currently seeking a Department Manager, Leather Goods (LG) who will report to the Store Director as part of our dynamic team....

Department Manager - Huntington Station, NY

  • Huntington Station, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Huntington Station, NY
  • 1 day ago

Department Manager About us Zara offers the latest fashion trends for all. An international brand with stores in the main cities of the world and online....

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in New York

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in New York offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.2%
High School or GED
23.8%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
Master's Degree
9.2%
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 York
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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