Department Manager Jobs in Port Orchard, WA

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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1294 Department Manager Starbucks

  • Kent, WA (21 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Kent, WA (21 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 8 hours ago

Position: Starbucks Department Manager Position Purpose : Exemplifies and ensures strong customer service in all aspects of the job....

Department Manager - Suppression Inspections

  • Seattle, WA (13 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA (13 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 1 day ago

We are currently seeking a Suppression Inspections Department Manager to lead our fire suppression inspections team....

Senior Team Leader, Supervisor -2nd Shift

  • Bothell, WA (22 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Bothell, WA (22 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Join our global diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health outcomes to our patients. We are all in it together to make a difference....

Retail Sales Manager/Sales Associate

  • Redmond, WA (23 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Redmond, WA (23 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 3 days ago

We are a small locally & women owned retail store in Sammamish, WA which also offers pet grooming as well. We are opening a new location in Redmond and are looking for retail store manager and...

Prepared Foods Assistant Team Leader

  • Gig Harbor, WA (13 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Gig Harbor, WA (13 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 4 days ago

THE ROLE As a key member of the Prepared Foods department leadership team, the Prepared Foods Assistant Team Leader has a breadth of responsibilities spanning from product management and...

Retail Sales Manager

  • Lynnwood, WA (22 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lynnwood, WA (22 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 6 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 Full Time Sales...

Produce Assistant Team Leader

  • Mercer Island, WA (16 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Mercer Island, WA (16 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 6 days ago

THE ROLE As a key member of the Produce department leadership team, the Produce Assistant Team Leader has a breadth of responsibilities spanning from product management and merchandising, to sales...

Specialty Sales Team Leader

  • Tukwila, WA (12 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Tukwila, WA (12 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 6 days ago

of your direct leader, and execute the same to deliver on department and store sales goals and guest engagement; including planning merchandising sets, make changes and updates to merchandise sets (planograms...

Seafood Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

  • Bellevue, WA (17 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA (17 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 8 days ago

Assists the Team Leader in all aspects of daily operations including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance and special projects as assigned. Leads and...

BA Team Leader

  • Tacoma, WA (21 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA (21 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 10 days ago

Our Company At H&R Block, we believe in the power of people helping people. Our defining Purpose is to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients, associates, and communities everywhere....

Meat Team Leader (Department Manager)

  • University Place, WA (21 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 11 days ago
  • University Place, WA (21 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 11 days ago

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

Whole Body Associate Team Leader - Full Time

  • Tukwila, WA (12 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Tukwila, WA (12 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 13 days ago

Assists the Team Leader in all aspects of daily operations including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance, and special projects as assigned. Leads...

Assistant Team Leader

  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 13 days ago

Assists the Team Leader in all aspects of daily operations including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance, and special projects as assigned. Leads...

Retail Sales Manager

  • Renton, WA (19 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Renton, WA (19 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 13 days ago

7252 - Renton - 3751 E. Valley Road, Renton, Washington, 98057 CarMax, the way your career should be! Inspire exceptional performance At CarMax, we attribute our success to putting people first....

Retail Sales Manager

  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Seattle, WA (12 miles from Port Orchard, WA)
  • 14 days ago

7252 - Renton - 3751 E. Valley Road, Renton, Washington, 98057 CarMax, the way your career should be! Inspire exceptional performance At CarMax, we attribute our success to putting people first....

Demographic Data for Port Orchard, WA

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Port Orchard, WA

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Port Orchard, WA 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 Port Orchard, WA
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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