Department Manager Jobs in Speedway, IN

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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Specialty Sales Team Leader - Carmel East

  • Carmel, IN (12 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Carmel, IN (12 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 11 hours 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...

Overnight Stocking Team Leader

  • Westfield, IN (17 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Westfield, IN (17 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 1 day ago

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, youre provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development....

Overnight Team Leader

  • Avon, IN (7 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Avon, IN (7 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 7 days ago

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, youre provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development....

Retail Department Manager

  • Carmel, IN (12 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Carmel, IN (12 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 7 days ago

The Retail Department Manager grows department sales to achieve the store sales plan....

Softlines Team Leader

  • Indianapolis, IN (7 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (7 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 8 days ago

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, youre provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development....

Team Leader, Customer Site

  • Indianapolis, IN (7 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (7 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 11 days ago

Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Able to lift 40 lbs. without assistance, Adherence to all Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP) Safety Standards, Laboratory Setting, Office,...

Prepared Foods Associate Team Leader (Culinary & Deli Assistant Department Manager)

  • Indianapolis, IN (7 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 13 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (7 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 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 and...

ASSISTANT TEAM LEADER - pOpshelf - 21 and older only

  • Speedway, IN
  • 14 days ago
  • Speedway, IN
  • 14 days ago

Work Where You Matter At Dollar General, our mission is Serving Others! We value each and every one of our employees. Whether you are looking to launch a new career in one of our many convenient...

Team Leader (Part-Time supervisor) - Castleton Square - Indianapolis, IN

  • Indianapolis, IN (7 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 17 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (7 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 17 days ago

Job Description Are you ready to join one of the most trusted brands in the world? Join the LEGO Brand Retail team as a part-time Supervisor and be a role model as you provide a brand experience...

2nd Shift Team Leader - Syrups

  • Indianapolis, IN (7 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 17 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (7 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 17 days ago

Heartland Food Products Group is a global leader in the consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry, producing low-calorie sweeteners, coffee, coffee creamers and liquid water enhancers. We manufacture...

Team Leader

  • Franklin, IN (23 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 18 days ago
  • Franklin, IN (23 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 18 days ago

Overall Job Summary The Team Leader is responsible for assisting the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager with the execution of operational, sales, and merchandising objectives by delivering...

Maintenance Team Leader- Nights

  • Lebanon, IN (20 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 19 days ago
  • Lebanon, IN (20 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 19 days ago

Job Description Team Leader - Mechanic An Opportunity you Do-Nut want to miss! To become the world's greatest baker, we need the world's greatest team members POSITION SUMMARY This position is...

3rd Shift Stocking Team Leader

  • Indianapolis, IN (7 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 23 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (7 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 23 days ago

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, you're provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development....

Regional Sales Team Leader, Sample & Repository Services, NA

  • Indianapolis, IN (7 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 25 days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (7 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 25 days ago

At Azenta, new ideas, new technologies and new ways of thinking are driving our purpose; to advance science and technology to enable a healthier and more connected world for everyone, everywhere....

Produce Team Leader

  • Indianapolis, IN (7 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Indianapolis, IN (7 miles from Speedway, IN)
  • 30+ days ago

As a family company, we serve people and communities. When you work at Meijer, youre provided with career and community opportunities centered around leadership, personal growth and development....

Demographic Data for Speedway, IN

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Speedway, IN

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Speedway, IN 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 Speedway, IN
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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