Department Manager Jobs in North Carolina

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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Environmental Services Department Manager

  • High Point, NC
  • 13 days ago
  • High Point, NC
  • 13 days ago

Role: Environmental Services Department Manager Pay Rate: Join Healthcare Services Group (HCSG) as an Account Manager, leading housekeeping, laundry, and floor care teams in a long-term care facility...

Team Leader

  • Wilmington, NC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Wilmington, NC
  • 1 hour ago

Assist with shift change by counting money in cash drawer at the beginning and end of a shift....

ASSISTANT TEAM LEADER - pOpshelf in WILSON, NC S24976

  • Wilson, NC
  • 6 hours ago
  • Wilson, NC
  • 6 hours ago

pOpshelf's seeks to provide Fun Finds for Less through a fun and stress-free shopping destination for everyday and special items. We make it easy for customers to affordably treat themselves with...

Business Banking Team Leader

  • Raleigh, NC
  • 21 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC
  • 21 hours ago

Primary Office Location: 501 Fayetteville Street. Raleigh, North Carolina. 27601. Join our team. Make a difference - for us and for your future. n Position Title: Business Banking Team Leader...

Closing Team Leader

  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 22 hours ago
  • Winston Salem, NC
  • 22 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...

Associate Team Leader

  • Graham, NC
  • 23 hours ago
  • Graham, NC
  • 23 hours ago

Job Description: At H&R Block, we believe in the power of people helping people. Our defining Purpose is to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients, associates, and communities...

Assistant Department Manager (Tile)

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 1 day ago

Assistant Department Manager (Tile) 3.1 3.1 out of 5 stars 9579 South Blvd, Charlotte, NC 28273 Purpose This position is responsible for training and developing Product Sales Specialists and ensuring...

Retail Department Manager

  • Forest City, NC
  • 1 day ago
  • Forest City, NC
  • 1 day ago

The Retail Department Manager grows department sales to achieve the store sales plan....

Aerie - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

  • Smithfield, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Smithfield, NC
  • 2 days ago

Through your leadership, your team always nails floorset execution, and rocks merchandising and marketing brand standards....

Assistant Department Manager (Installation Materials)

  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Charlotte, NC
  • 2 days ago

Purpose This position is responsible for training and developing Product Sales Specialists and ensuring that customers have a positive shopping experience by receiving exceptional customer service...

Aerie - Associate Selling Team Leader (Associate Manager)

  • Greensboro, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Greensboro, NC
  • 2 days ago

They receive 40% off product at both AE & Aerie year-round (plus additional seasonal discounts with new Floorsets!)...

Merchandising Team Manager

  • Lexington, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Lexington, NC
  • 2 days ago

The Merchandising Team Manager is responsible for managing all customer facing store merchandising; including placement of new receipts, visual presentation, floor sets, customer Omni experience...

Department Manager

  • Boone, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Boone, NC
  • 2 days ago

A department manager is responsible for: Ordering Stocking Merchandise presentation Straightening and cleaning your department. Department Managers also back-up cashiers as needed....

Department Manager

  • Wingate, NC
  • 2 days ago
  • Wingate, NC
  • 2 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....

Meat Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 3 days ago
  • Chapel Hill, NC
  • 3 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...

Demographic Data for North Carolina

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in North Carolina

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

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in North Carolina 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 North Carolina
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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