Department Manager Jobs in Cleveland, OH

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 Team Leader Assistant

  • Giant Eagle
  • Maple Heights, OH (9 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Maple Heights, OH (9 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 14 hours ago

Job Summary An Assistant Meat Team Leader's first responsibility is to assist the Meat Manager in providing leadership in the Meat Department by directing and managing Team Members, ordering raw...

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Cash Office Team Leader Assistant

  • Giant Eagle
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 14 hours ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 14 hours ago

Job Summary To follow the Company's Common Purpose of "Together, We improve people's everyday lives and well-being." This will be done by ensuring accurate sales and cash bookkeeping and...

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Produce Team Leader Plus One

  • Meijer
  • Brunswick, OH (19 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Brunswick, OH (19 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 21 hours ago

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, youre provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development....

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Deli Team Leader

  • Giant Eagle
  • Maple Heights, OH (9 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Maple Heights, OH (9 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 22 hours ago

Job Summary Our Deli Team Leader manages the entire Deli Team and keeps it running like a well-oiled machine. You'll be the one who Team Members and guests look to for guidance on the best choices...

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AE - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

  • American Eagle
  • Beachwood, OH (9 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Beachwood, OH (9 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 2 days ago

YOUR ROLE As the full-time Merchandising Team Leader, you are the Store Team Leader's "go-to" in developing and implementing the Merchandising strategy for the store. Your passion lies in training...

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Specialty Sales Team Leader

  • Target
  • Aurora, OH (22 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Aurora, OH (22 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 2 days ago

of 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...

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Retail Sales Manager

  • Conrad's Tire Express and Total Car Care
  • North Royalton, OH (13 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • North Royalton, OH (13 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 4 days ago

To be a team member of the Driven by Dobbs family, you must be dedicated to supporting the company's mission, vision, and values. OUR MISSION: To be the leader in the automotive tire and service...

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Service Team Leader

  • Meijer
  • Mentor, OH (22 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Mentor, OH (22 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 4 days ago

Service Team Leader Meijer parental leave United States, Ohio, Mentor May 29, 2026 As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you're provided with career and...

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Seafood Team Leader

  • Giant Eagle
  • Chagrin Falls, OH (16 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chagrin Falls, OH (16 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 4 days ago

Our Seafood Team Leader manages the entire Seafood team and keeps it running like a well-oiled machine. You'll be the one who Team Members and guests look to for guidance on the freshest catch of...

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General Merchandise Team Leader

  • Meijer
  • Mentor, OH (22 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Mentor, OH (22 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 5 days ago

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, youre provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development....

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Retail Sales Manager

  • Harbor Freight Tools
  • Mayfield Heights, OH (11 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mayfield Heights, OH (11 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 6 days ago

operations including Stocking/Sales associate duties, and responsibilities Lead, coach, and develop others Serve as Leader on Duty as scheduled Be a subject matter expert in your role and model Great...

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(WFO) Front End Team Leader - Full Time

  • OlliesBargainOutlet
  • Mentor, OH (22 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mentor, OH (22 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 6 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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ASSISTANT TEAM LEADER - pOpshelf

  • Dollar General Corporation
  • Mentor, OH (22 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Mentor, OH (22 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 7 days ago

Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient...

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Anthropologie Assistant Department Manager

  • Urban Outfitters
  • Woodmere, OH (9 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Woodmere, OH (9 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 7 days ago

Location This position is located at 28829 Chagrin Blvd, Woodmere, Ohio, 44122 United States Role Summary The Assistant Department Manager supports service, selling, and business operations to achieve...

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Produce Team Leader Assistant

  • Giant Eagle
  • Fairview Park, OH (8 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 8 days ago
  • Fairview Park, OH (8 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 8 days ago

Job Summary An Assistant Produce Team Leader's first responsibility is to assist the Produce Manager in providing leadership in the Produce Department by directing and managing Team Members,...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Cleveland, OH

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Cleveland, OH 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 Cleveland, OH
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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