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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Retail Sales Manager

  • Carter's
  • Williamsville, NY
  • 2 hours ago
  • Williamsville, NY
  • 2 hours ago

If you are a CURRENT Carter's employee, do not apply via this external application. Search "Browse Jobs" in Workday to apply internally. Love what you do. Carter's Careers. As a Part Time Sales...

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General Merchandise Team Leader

  • Target
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 3 hours ago
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 3 hours ago

The starting pay range for this position per hour is $26.00 - $28.00. The full pay range for this position per hour is $26.00 - $44.20 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position....

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Department Manager

  • REI
  • Huntington Station, NY
  • 4 hours ago
  • Huntington Station, NY
  • 4 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....

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Anthropologie Assistant Department Manager

  • Urban Outfitters
  • New York, NY
  • 4 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 4 hours ago

Location This position is located at 420 W Broadway, New York, New York, 10012 United States Role Summary The Assistant Department Manager supports service, selling, and business operations to achieve...

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Team Manager

  • Whole Foods Market
  • Rochester, NY
  • 5 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 5 hours 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...

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Seafood Team Leader (Department Manager)

  • Whole Foods Market
  • Rochester, NY
  • 6 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 6 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...

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Team Leader - Key Holder

  • Vera Bradley, Inc.
  • Lake George, NY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Lake George, NY
  • 16 hours ago

YOUR ROLE As a Team Leader - Keyholder, you support store leadership to achieve sales goals, working alongside store associates and providing daily direction, communication and training. You...

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Meat Assistant Department Manager

  • Hy-Vee
  • Rochester, NY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 16 hours ago

Assists Department Manager to present the freshest most innovative and best quality products at a competitive retail price to customers....

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Health Market Department Manager

  • Hy-Vee
  • Rochester, NY
  • 16 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 16 hours ago

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

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Leasing & Marketing Team Leader

  • Cardinal Group Companies
  • Ithaca, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Ithaca, NY
  • 1 day ago

POSITION: Leasing & Marketing Team Leader (Full-time, Non-Exempt) COMPENSATION: Pursuant to New York regulations, if this job is performed in New York, the salary range is $23 - $25 per hour plus...

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Zone Team Leader

  • OlliesBargainOutlet
  • Cicero, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Cicero, NY
  • 1 day ago

Join our team and live the Ollie-tude! : (Ollie’s Core Values) BE A TEAM PLAYER - Associates are expected to be supportive and work together. BE CARING - How do I treat others with courtesy,...

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Team Leader

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

Team Leader Pay: $21.00 per hour + Mystery Shopper Bonus + Tips About the Company : Were proud makers of delicious food, organic coffee and big ideas across 750+ shops in 20+ countries. Whether...

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Team Leader - Technical Account Management - Exchanges & Venues - AMER

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

amp; Requirements Bloomberg runs on data and the Global Data department is responsible for acquiring and supplying data, news and analytics to our clients for their financial data needs. We...

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Kitchen Team Leader

  • Mitchells & Butlers
  • Brentwood, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Brentwood, NY
  • 1 day ago

No CV to hand? No problem! We've made our application process mobile friendly and removed the need for a CV. Our form takes 2 minutes to complete and tells us all we need about you! As Kitchen...

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Receiving Team Leader

  • OlliesBargainOutlet
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 2 days ago
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 2 days ago

Join our team and live the Ollie-tude! : (Ollie’s Core Values) BE A TEAM PLAYER - Associates are expected to be supportive and work together. BE CARING - How do I treat others with courtesy,...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in New York

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

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in New York offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.8%
High School or GED
22.9%
Associate's Degree
14.6%
Master's Degree
9.5%
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 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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