Department Manager Jobs in Palmer, PA

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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Customer Care Team Leader

  • Bethlehem, PA (10 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA (10 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 2 days ago

The role of an Enterprise Customer Care Team Leader is to effectively lead and manage his/her direct team members to ensure we meet our commitments to customers in an efficient manner, live our...

Food & Beverage Team Leader

  • Phillipsburg, NJ (6 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Phillipsburg, NJ (6 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 2 days ago

The pay range per hour is $22.75 - $38.65 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and...

Customer Service & E-Commerce Associate Team Leader (Customer Service, In-Store Shopper Assistant Department Manager)

  • Lebanon, NJ (22 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lebanon, NJ (22 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 2 days ago

At Whole Foods Market, we are working to nourish people and the planet. In this role, you will support the Team Leader in leading and executing the Customer Service & E-Commerce programs; this...

Assistant Team Leader

  • Lebanon, NJ (22 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Lebanon, NJ (22 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 2 days ago

At Whole Foods Market, we are working to nourish people and the planet. In this role, you will support the Team Leader in leading and executing the Customer Service & E-Commerce programs; this...

Aerie - Selling Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

  • Whitehall, PA (13 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Whitehall, PA (13 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 4 days ago

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

Group Insurance Implementation Team Leader

  • Bethlehem, PA (10 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA (10 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 10 days ago

The Implementation Team Leader within Advisory Markets is responsible for ensuring our complex and large group customers (broker, employers, and employees) have a positive implementation...

Retail Sales Manager

  • Wind Gap, PA (9 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Wind Gap, PA (9 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 11 days ago

Additional Responsibilities Assist with store operations during peak times including store display recovery, general housekeeping outside to inside, managing the cash register, and ensuring workload...

Team Manager

  • Flemington, NJ (23 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Flemington, NJ (23 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 11 days 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...

Team Leader

  • Perkasie, PA (21 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Perkasie, PA (21 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 11 days 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...

Department Manager

  • Quakertown, PA (17 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Quakertown, PA (17 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 11 days 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...

Produce Team Leader (Department Manager)

  • Allentown, PA (13 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Allentown, PA (13 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 12 days ago

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

Food Service Team Leader

  • Flemington, NJ (23 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Flemington, NJ (23 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 12 days ago

The pay range per hour is $24.75 - $42.05 Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and...

Retail Store Area Team Leader--New Store Opening!

  • Trexlertown, PA (21 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Trexlertown, PA (21 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 13 days ago

The pay range for this position is $23.00/hr - $25.00/hr and is based on experience. Competitive salary based on experience, Profit participation, Comprehensive benefits package, Generous PTO,...

Team Leader, Group Life Claims

  • Bethlehem, PA (10 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA (10 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 17 days ago

The Life Team Leader is responsible for validating that all Life claims are accurately and fairly adjudicated according to plan provisions, established best practices and within state and federal...

Team Leader, Inforce Plan Changes

  • Bethlehem, PA (10 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA (10 miles from Palmer, PA)
  • 25 days ago

Team Leader, Inforce Plan Changes Guardian Life Insurance Company - 3.6 Bethlehem, PA Job Details Full-time $67,450 - $110,815 a year 17 hours ago Qualifications Microsoft Powerpoint Microsoft...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Palmer, PA

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Palmer, PA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.3%
High School or GED
23.6%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
Master's Degree
9.3%
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 Palmer, PA
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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