Department Manager Jobs in Stratford, CT

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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Associate Team Leader

  • Seymour, CT (13 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seymour, CT (13 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 2 days ago

What you'll bring to the team... Support the Multi-Unit Team Leader, serving as onsite point of contact for tax office associates and clients, ensuring quality and consistent execution that will...

Retail Store Area Team Leader

  • Waterbury, CT (22 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Waterbury, CT (22 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 5 days ago

The pay range for this position is $24/hr - $26/hr and is based on experience. Competitive salary based on experience, Profit Participation, Comprehensive benefits package, Generous PTO, Health &...

Block Advisors Associate Team Leader

  • Southbury, CT (17 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Southbury, CT (17 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 5 days ago

What you'll bring to the team... Support the Multi-Unit Team Leader, serving as onsite point of contact for tax office associates and clients, ensuring quality and consistent execution that will...

Assistant Team Leader / Assistant Manager

  • Brookfield, CT (21 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Brookfield, CT (21 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Managers in all areas of the store to build bench strength and a succession plan for leadership in all departments Continually train and coach associates in all areas of the business including: visual...

Aerie - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

  • Danbury, CT (20 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Danbury, CT (20 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 7 days ago

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

Department Manager

  • Stony Brook, NY (22 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Stony Brook, NY (22 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 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...

Team Leader

  • Fairfield, CT (9 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Fairfield, CT (9 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 8 days ago

The Associate Store Team Leader(ASTL) assists the Store Team Leader in all aspects of store operations....

Team Manager

  • Port Jefferson, NY (19 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Port Jefferson, NY (19 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 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...

GC Retail Sales Manager Store

  • Orange, CT (5 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 10 days ago
  • Orange, CT (5 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 10 days ago

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

Patient Registration Team Leader

  • New Haven, CT (11 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 12 days ago
  • New Haven, CT (11 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 12 days ago

The Patient Registrar Team Leader is responsible for managing employee daily work schedule/flow and maintaining operational compliance to departmental policies and procedures. The Team Leader will...

Whole Body Associate Team Leader (Body Care, Makeup, Vitamins, Nutrition Assistant Department Manager)

  • New Canaan, CT (20 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 12 days ago
  • New Canaan, CT (20 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 12 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...

Meat Team Leader (Department Manager) - Full Time

  • Stamford, CT (24 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 12 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (24 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 12 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...

GC Retail Sales Manager Store 522

  • Orange, CT (5 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 13 days ago
  • Orange, CT (5 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 13 days ago

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

Assistant Team Leader

  • Port Jefferson, NY (19 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 14 days ago
  • Port Jefferson, NY (19 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 14 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...

Coffee Shop Department Manager

  • Fairfield, CT (9 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 14 days ago
  • Fairfield, CT (9 miles from Stratford, CT)
  • 14 days ago

Job Description: Job Title: Coffee Shop Department Manager Department: Coffee Shop FLSA: Non-Exempt General Function Responsible for setting the department standards for customer service, employee relations...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Stratford, CT

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Stratford, CT 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 Stratford, CT
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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