Department Manager Jobs in Sugar Land, TX

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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Receiving Team Leader

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 1 day 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,...

Department Manager

  • Richmond, TX (5 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, TX (5 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Responsible for supporting the implementation and execution of Merchandising Management to include Brand Standards, Pricing, Planogram Accuracy, Door to Floor, and Ad Set. through training and coaching...

Quick Lube Technician Team Leader

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Quick Lube Technician Team Leader HOUSTON, TX Houston, Texas Last Day to Apply: September 30, 2025 The Gillman Companies is an established group of family owned automobile dealerships based out of...

GC Retail Sales Manager Store 496

  • Katy, TX (15 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Katy, TX (15 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Whether it's solving a customer issue or optimizing store operations, your solutions hit all the right notes....

Executive Team Leader Human Resources (Assistant Manager HR) - Houston, TX

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 2 days ago

The pay range is $60,000.00 - $120,000.00 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...

Prepared Foods Team Leader (Culinary & Deli Department Manager)

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 5 days ago

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

Department Manager - Tanger Outlets Houston

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Your understanding of store operations brings clarity to your team, and your ability to empower peers and direct reports gets results....

Retail Sales Manager

  • Katy, TX (15 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Katy, TX (15 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Position Overview A successful Retail Sales Manager will strive to go for WOW! Go for WOW! is the standard of customer service at Duluth Trading Company. It is treating the customer right and...

Transportation Team Leader I

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 5 days ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities As a Team Leader I for H-E-B Warehouse or Transportation, you'll manage different areas of operation to develop expertise in people leadership and tactical operational leadership....

Department Manager

  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Houston, TX (18 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 8 days ago

Department Managers have the power to impact the business daily, by managing inventory, moving product in accordance with customer demand, reviewing and managing planograms and period layouts, and by...

Retail Team Manager

  • Pearland, TX (21 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 10 days ago
  • Pearland, TX (21 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 10 days 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...

PRO Assistant Department Manager

  • Katy, TX (15 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 15 days ago
  • Katy, TX (15 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 15 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...

Retail Sales Manager

  • Katy, TX (15 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 18 days ago
  • Katy, TX (15 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 18 days ago

7295 - Katy Freeway - 21636 Katy Freeway, Katy, Texas, 77449 CarMax, the way your career should be! Inspire exceptional performance At CarMax, we attribute our success to putting people first. As...

Team Leader

  • Katy, TX (15 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 19 days ago
  • Katy, TX (15 miles from Sugar Land, TX)
  • 19 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 Sales Manager

  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 20 days ago
  • Sugar Land, TX
  • 20 days 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 Part Time Sales...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Sugar Land, TX

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Sugar Land, TX 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 Sugar Land, TX
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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