Department Manager Jobs in Tennessee

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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Anthropologie Assistant Department Manager

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 6 hours ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 6 hours ago

Location This position is located at 5404 Kingston Pike, Knoxville, Tennessee, 37919 United States Role Summary The Assistant Department Manager supports service, selling, and business operations to...

MEPS Infrastructure Department Manager

  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 6 hours ago

Dewberry's Nashville, TN office is seeking an MEPS Infrastructure Department Manager, who will be responsible for growing the Infrastructure group, developing business, knowing how to do the work committed...

Retail Sales Manager

  • Sevierville, TN
  • 12 hours ago
  • Sevierville, TN
  • 12 hours ago

If you are a CURRENT Carters employee, do not apply via this external application. Search "Browse Jobs" in Workday to apply internally. Love what you do. Carters Careers. As a Full Time Sales...

Interior Design Retail Sales Manager

  • Memphis, TN
  • 14 hours ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 14 hours ago

Named America's #1 Premium Furniture Retailer by Newsweek, Ethan Allen is a leading interior design destination combining state-of-the-art technology with personal service. After more than 90...

Retail Team Manager

  • Nashville, TN
  • 14 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 14 hours 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...

Virology Customer Team Leader - Northwest District

  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 1 day ago

The Customer Team Leader (CTL) plays a critical role in establishing our company's customer focused initiative. + This is a field-based sales management position that is responsible for covering...

Starbucks Team Leader

  • Knoxville, TN
  • 1 day ago
  • Knoxville, TN
  • 1 day ago

The pay range per hour is $21.25 - $36.15 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...

Department Manager - Employee Store

  • Memphis, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Memphis, TN
  • 2 days ago

Thats why when you join us as a Department Manager, we refer to you as a Coach. Join the NIKE Team as a Department Manager As a Nike Department Manager, youre the face of NIKE....

Manufacturing Team Leader- 1st Shift (3095 A)

  • Lexington, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Lexington, TN
  • 2 days ago

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and...

Hardgoods Department Manager

  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 2 days ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN
  • 2 days ago

Department Managers should also be extremely detailed oriented and have the ability to meet deadlines and work well in a team setting....

Team Leader

  • Dayton, TN
  • 4 days ago
  • Dayton, TN
  • 4 days 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...

Retail Department Manager

  • Morristown, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Morristown, TN
  • 5 days ago

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

Manufacturing Team Leader - 3rd Shift 3095B

  • Lexington, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Lexington, TN
  • 5 days ago

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and...

Infusion Department Manager, Downtown Nashville

  • Nashville, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Nashville, TN
  • 5 days ago

Job Details Job Location : 222 Main Office (MO) - Nashville, TN Salary Range : Undisclosed Description Position Summary We are seeking a highly skilled and business-savvy Infusion Department Manager...

Meat & Seafood Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 5 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 5 days ago

Operations (Inventory, Labor Management, Cost Control) Team Oriented The wage range for this position is $19.05-$33.20 Hourly, commensurate with experience....

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Tennessee

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 Tennessee 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 Tennessee
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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