Department Manager Jobs in Atlanta, GA

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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GEIGER

Operations Work Team Leader

  • GEIGER
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 10 days ago
  • GEIGER
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 10 days ago

Why join us? Geiger furnishes the modern office with beautiful solutions for private offices, conference rooms, collaborative spaces, and more. Geiger designs play an important role in creating...

HVAC Controls Systems Team Leader

  • Roswell, GA (21 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Roswell, GA (21 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 45+ days ago

Build your best future with the Johnson Controls team As a global leader in smart, healthy, and sustainable buildings, our mission is to reimagine the performance of buildings to serve people,...

Support Svc Team Leader

  • Tucker, GA (12 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Tucker, GA (12 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 12 hours 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...

Sam's Club Team Manager - Georgia

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago

... What you'll do... Working at Sams Club means a career without boundaries. We are a division of the Fortune #1 company, Walmart, and youll quickly find that opportunities are plenty and there...

Retail Sales Manager

  • Lithia Springs, GA (14 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lithia Springs, GA (14 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 1 day ago

7243 - Lithia Springs - 1977 Thornton Rd, Lithia Springs, Georgia, 30122 CarMax, the way your career should be! **Inspire exceptional performance** At CarMax, we attribute our success to putting...

Department Manager - Youre a Superstar!

  • East Point, GA (7 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Point, GA (7 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 1 day ago

Our Department Managers lead Departments....

(USA) Tire and Battery Center Team Leader

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 1 day ago

... As a Tire and Battery Center Services Lead you will drive member service in your area and supervise your team of hourly associates to deliver safe and efficient services. You will model...

Anthropologie Department Manager - Service & Styling

  • Dunwoody, GA (16 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Dunwoody, GA (16 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 4 days ago

This can include the development of others, collaborating with key partners, and supporting store operations and visual needs....

Senior Manager, Retail Sales

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 5 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 5 days ago

This role will report to the **VP of Sales - West & Central** We have a passion for people and building relationships is at the heart of our business. There is no better role than representing...

Account Manager- Department Stores

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 6 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 6 days ago

goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer's,...

Senior Manager, Retail Sales - SpartanNash

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 6 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 6 days ago

This role will report to the VP, Large Store - West We have a passion for people and building relationships is at the heart of our business. There is no better role than representingloved brands...

AE - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

  • Snellville, GA (20 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Snellville, GA (20 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 6 days ago

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

Product Recovery Team Leader

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 7 days ago

Why we will love you You care about making a positive impact in the world. A job at IKEA is so much more than home furnishings, we work to make sustainable living easy and affordable for everyone....

Electrical Mission Critical Department Manager

  • Tucker, GA (12 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Tucker, GA (12 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 7 days ago

Our Employee-Owned company has immediate full-time openings for a Department Manager in the Atlanta area....

Specialty Sales Team Leader

  • Douglasville, GA (20 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Douglasville, GA (20 miles from Atlanta, GA)
  • 7 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...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Atlanta, GA

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Atlanta, GA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
38.3%
High School or GED
23.7%
Associate's Degree
14.5%
Master's Degree
9.2%
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 Atlanta, GA
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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