Department Manager Jobs in Matthews, NC

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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Meat & Seafood Team Leader

  • Rock Hill, SC (22 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Rock Hill, SC (22 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 1 day ago

The Meat and Seafood Team Leader also acts as a key holder to support overall store operations....

Assistant Team Leader

  • Charlotte, NC (13 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC (13 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 1 day ago

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

Wholesale Payments Client Success Team Leader

  • Charlotte, NC (13 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC (13 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 1 day ago

The position is described below. If you want to apply, click the Apply Now button at the top or bottom of this page. After you click Apply Now and complete your application, you'll be invited to...

Retail Team Manager

  • Indian Trail, NC (5 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Indian Trail, NC (5 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 1 day ago

RETAIL TEAM MANAGER Join us as a Retail Team Manager in our stores. Portables, an AT&T Authorized Retailer, is the number one retailer in America for the world's largest telecommunications and...

IT Service Desk Manager

  • Charlotte, NC (13 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (13 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 7 days ago

Job Type Full-time Description Position Summary We are a leading architecture and design firm committed to creating impactful, innovative spaces. We are looking for an experienced IT Service Desk...

PT Retail Sales Manager

  • Charlotte, NC (13 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (13 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 8 days ago

Store - Charlotte - NorthLake, NCDeliver a customer centric shopping experience by managing and delivering effective front-end operations and expectations. Lead the omnichannel processes. Maintain...

Retail Sales Manager

  • Charlotte, NC (13 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (13 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 8 days ago

Store - Charlotte - University, NC Deliver a customer centric shopping experience by managing and delivering effective front-end operations and expectations. Lead the omnichannel processes....

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

  • Charlotte, NC (13 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (13 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 8 days ago

At Whole Foods Market, we're working to nourish people and the planet. We're committed to providing record-setting grocery delivery services to our Whole Foods Market On Amazon (WFMOA) customers....

Department Manager

  • Waxhaw, NC (10 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 9 days ago
  • Waxhaw, NC (10 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 9 days ago

The People Department Managers responsibilities may include making sure the restaurant hires qualified crew, trains them well, and schedules them to meet restaurant sales and profit goals....

Inside Sales Team Leader

  • Charlotte, NC (13 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 10 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (13 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 10 days ago

Job Title: Inside Sales Team Leader Job Type: FT Location: In Person (Charlotte, NC) Who We Are Benefits are complicated but by using innovative technology, paired with attentive and dedicated...

Full-Time Beauty Team Leader

  • Matthews, NC
  • 17 days ago
  • Matthews, NC
  • 17 days ago

About the Role As Beauty Team Leader, you will lead the team to drive sales and department initiatives through an authentic passion for beauty and engage the team and clients by identifying their...

Walmart Team Leader

  • Lancaster, SC (21 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 17 days ago
  • Lancaster, SC (21 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 17 days 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...

Anthropologie Assistant Department Manager

  • Charlotte, NC (13 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (13 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 21 days ago

Location This position is located at 4400 Sharon Rd., Charlotte, North Carolina, 28211 United States Role Summary The Assistant Department Manager supports service, selling, and business operations...

Specialty Associate Team Leader (Beer, Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Assistant Department Manager)

  • Charlotte, NC (13 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 22 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (13 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 22 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...

Customer Care Team Leader

  • Charlotte, NC (13 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 23 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC (13 miles from Matthews, NC)
  • 23 days ago

at Work: free discount program that provides teammates the opportunity to save on items from electronics, movie tickets, car buying, vacations, and more Onsite gym fitness center, yoga studio, and basketball...

Demographic Data for Matthews, NC

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Matthews, NC

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Matthews, NC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.5%
High School or GED
23.4%
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 Matthews, NC
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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