Department Manager Jobs in Garden Grove, CA

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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Civil Engineering Department Manager in Los Angeles,CA,US

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 19 hours ago

The Civil Engineering Department Manager will oversee the operations, business development, and project execution for the civil engineering department....

Anthropologie Assistant Department Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Location This position is located at 10250 Santa Monica Blvd, Los Angeles, California, 90067 United States Role Summary The Assistant Department Manager supports service, selling, and business operations...

Retail Sales Manager - Central Region

  • Brea, CA (9 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brea, CA (9 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Employment Type: Salaried Work Arrangement: Remote Position Summary: The Retail Sales Manager is responsible for achieving the sales objectives within an assigned territory, including retailers...

Retail Sales Manager - West Region

  • Brea, CA (9 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brea, CA (9 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Employment Type: Salaried Work Arrangement: Remote Position Summary: The Retail Sales Manager is responsible for achieving the sales objectives within an assigned territory, including retailers...

Team Leader

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 4 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...

Meat Associate Team Leader (Assistant Department Manager)

  • Fountain Valley, CA (5 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fountain Valley, CA (5 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Required Years of Experience 2 years Job Details 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...

Retail Sales Manager - North America

  • Cypress, CA (6 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cypress, CA (6 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Description Summary: Responsible for the Retail Sales Account segments of Hitachi Astemo Americas, Inc. Cypress CA Aftermarket business for North America. Essential Functions: Support the...

AE - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Through your leadership, your team always nails floorset execution, and rocks merchandising and marketing brand standards....

Production Supervisor/Team Leader

  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Irvine, CA (10 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 7 days ago

Production Supervisor/Team Leader Mudrasys - 5.0 Irvine, CA Job Details Full-time $85,000 - $90,000 a year 8 hours ago Qualifications Supervisor experience Team leadership Military English...

Wood Department Manager

  • Fountain Valley, CA (5 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Fountain Valley, CA (5 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Store Operations Assist the Chief Executive Merchant in handling store level human resources or loss prevention issues as necessary....

Retail Sales Manager

  • Commerce, CA (19 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Commerce, CA (19 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Employee Type: Regular If you are a CURRENT Carters employee, you MUST apply through the Internal Career Link within the My Career & Performance app in Workday. Do not apply using the below...

Department Manager

  • Tustin, CA (7 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Tustin, CA (7 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 11 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...

Housewares - Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA (22 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 11 days ago

The Housewares Manager must also cultivate a working relationship with other department managers to cross-merchandise effectively....

Department Manager

  • Huntington Beach, CA (7 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Huntington Beach, CA (7 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Our team seeks a Store Department Manager (SDM) to coach and motivate stores sales teams. You are a key member of the store management team....

Retail Sales Manager

  • Long Beach, CA (19 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Long Beach, CA (19 miles from Garden Grove, CA)
  • 17 days ago

operations including Stocking/Sales associate duties, and responsibilities Lead, coach, and develop others Serve as Leader on Duty as scheduled Be a subject matter expert in your role and model Great...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Garden Grove, CA

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Garden Grove, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.3%
High School or GED
23.7%
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 Garden Grove, CA
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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