Department Manager Jobs in Ohio

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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Automotive Retail Sales Manager

  • Conrad's Tire Express and Total Car Care
  • Vermilion, OH
  • 2 hours ago
  • Vermilion, OH
  • 2 hours 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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Team Leader

  • Jack in the Box, Inc.
  • West Chester, OH
  • 2 hours ago
  • West Chester, OH
  • 2 hours ago

Team Leader POSITION SUMMARY: Responsible, as the first-line operational supervisor, for training and leading team members in consistently delivering an exceptional guest experience, including...

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Service & Engagement Team Leader

  • Target
  • Grove City, OH
  • 14 hours ago
  • Grove City, OH
  • 14 hours ago

The starting pay range for this position per hour is $21.75 - $23.75. The full pay range for this position per hour is $21.75 - $37.00 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position....

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Meat Team Leader Assistant

  • Giant Eagle
  • Maple Heights, OH
  • 15 hours ago
  • Maple Heights, OH
  • 15 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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Deli Bakery Team Leader

  • Meijer
  • Maumee, OH
  • 15 hours ago
  • Maumee, OH
  • 15 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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Cash Office Team Leader Assistant

  • Giant Eagle
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 15 hours ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 15 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
  • 22 hours ago
  • Brunswick, OH
  • 22 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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Team Leader

  • Whole Foods Market
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 23 hours ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 23 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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Deli Team Leader

  • Giant Eagle
  • Maple Heights, OH
  • 23 hours ago
  • Maple Heights, OH
  • 23 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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Team Leader (Maintenance)

  • Tremco Illbruck
  • Ashland, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Ashland, OH
  • 1 day ago

Tremco Construction Products Group brings together Tremco CPG Inc.'s Commercial Sealants & Waterproofing and Roofing & Building Maintenance divisions; Tremco Barrier Solutions Inc.; Dryvit, Nudura...

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General Merchandise Team Leader

  • Target
  • Lima, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Lima, OH
  • 1 day ago

The starting pay range for this position per hour is $21.50 - $23.50. The full pay range for this position per hour is $21.50 - $36.55 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position....

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Team Leader

  • Tractor Supply
  • Middlefield, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Middlefield, OH
  • 1 day ago

Overall Job Summary The Team Leader is responsible for assisting the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager with the execution of operational, sales, and merchandising objectives by delivering...

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Team Leader

  • Family Farm and Home
  • Canton, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Canton, OH
  • 2 days ago

Family Farm and Home is a family owned and operated company based out of Michigan. Our first stores opened their doors in April 2002. Currently we operate 71 retail locations in Michigan, Indiana,...

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AE - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

  • American Eagle
  • Beachwood, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Beachwood, 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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Department Manager - Irrigation

  • SiteOne Landscape Supply
  • Plain City, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Plain City, OH
  • 2 days ago

Position Overview Our Department Managers take the lead as the Irrigation expert in the branch, working closely with customers on any or all needs within the department to ensure excellence....

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Ohio

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 Ohio 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 Ohio
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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