Department Manager Jobs in Ontario, 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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Team Leader

  • Ontario, CA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Ontario, CA
  • 19 hours ago

Job Description & Responsibilities The Team Leader plays a crucial role in managing the operations of a Gregorys location. This individual is responsible for ensuring our standards of quality,...

Team Leader

  • Brea, CA (16 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Brea, CA (16 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 1 day 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...

Retail Sales Manager

  • Tustin, CA (24 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tustin, CA (24 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 1 day 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

  • Ontario, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Ontario, CA
  • 1 day ago

A department manager is responsible for: Ordering Stocking Merchandise presentation Straightening and cleaning your department. Department Managers also back-up cashiers as needed....

Retail Sales Manager

  • Claremont, CA (5 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Claremont, CA (5 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 4 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...

Associate Team Leader

  • Colton, CA (22 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Colton, CA (22 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Job Description: 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...

Food Service Team Leader- (South Orange County, CA)

  • Orange, CA (22 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Orange, CA (22 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 9 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...

Mechanical Department Manager

  • Anaheim, CA (23 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (23 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 9 days ago

Seeking individual to provide project management and mechanical (HVAC) design services on a variety of building projects. Specific position responsibilities include, but are not limited to:...

Tile Department Manager

  • Norco, CA (10 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Norco, CA (10 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 10 days ago

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

Team Leader

  • Placentia, CA (17 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Placentia, CA (17 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 10 days ago

"This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee, not Jack in the Box Inc. This means the independent franchisee, and not Jack in the Box Inc....

Food & Beverage Team Leader

  • Anaheim, CA (23 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (23 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 12 days ago

The pay range per hour is $25.00 - $42.50 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...

Assistant Department Manager (Wood)

  • West Covina, CA (16 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 15 days ago
  • West Covina, CA (16 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 15 days ago

Pay Range $18.25 - $27.15 Purpose This position is responsible for training and developing Product Sales Specialists and ensuring that customers have a positive shopping experience by receiving...

Support Services Team Leader

  • Monrovia, CA (19 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Monrovia, CA (19 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 16 days ago

Are you detail oriented, process focused, and enjoy leading others? Are you looking for an industry leading company that offers growth and stability? Labcorp is seeking a Support Services Team...

4th Shift Department Manager

  • San Bernardino, CA (20 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • San Bernardino, CA (20 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 16 days ago

This is a 4th shift opening: Friday - Monday 4pm - 2:30am The estimated salary range for this role is: $52K - $75K Warehouse Department Managers at Dollar Tree are responsible for: All leaders must...

GC Retail Sales Manager Store 115

  • Glendora, CA (11 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 21 days ago
  • Glendora, CA (11 miles from Ontario, CA)
  • 21 days ago

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

Demographic Data for Ontario, CA

Moving to Ontario, CA? Find some basic demographic data about Ontario, CA below.


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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Ontario, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Ontario, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.2%
High School or GED
23.8%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
Master's Degree
9.2%
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 Ontario, 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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