Department Manager Jobs in Coralville, IA

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

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (16 miles from Coralville, IA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (16 miles from Coralville, IA)
  • 7 hours 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...

Produce Department Manager

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (19 miles from Coralville, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (19 miles from Coralville, IA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description: Job Title: Produce Department Manager Department: Produce FLSA : Exempt General Function : Sets the department standards for customer service, employee relations, cleanliness, sanitation...

Floral Department Manager

  • Coralville, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Coralville, IA
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: Job Title: Floral Department Manager Department: Floral FLSA : Non-Exempt General Function : Sets the department standards for customer service, employee relations, cleanliness, sanitation...

Sams Club Team Manager - Iowa

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (19 miles from Coralville, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (19 miles from Coralville, IA)
  • 5 days ago

What you'll do at Position Summary... What you'll do... Working at Sam's Club means a career without boundaries. We are a division of the Fortune #1 company, Walmart, and you'll quickly find that...

Associate Team Leader

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (19 miles from Coralville, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (19 miles from Coralville, IA)
  • 7 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...

Sam's Club Team Manager - Iowa

  • Fairfax, IA (17 miles from Coralville, IA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Fairfax, IA (17 miles from Coralville, IA)
  • 8 days 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...

Produce Assistant Department Manager

  • Coralville, IA
  • 9 days ago
  • Coralville, IA
  • 9 days ago

Operations, and Health Wellness Home; Produce Department Manager Positions that Report to you: Produce Clerks Primary Duties and Responsibilities: Provides prompt, efficient and friendly customer service...

Frozen Assistant Department Manager

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (19 miles from Coralville, IA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (19 miles from Coralville, IA)
  • 13 days ago

Makes sales suggestions and ideas to department manager....

Alterations Department Manager

  • Coralville, IA
  • 24 days ago
  • Coralville, IA
  • 24 days ago

ALTERATIONS DEPARTMENT MANAGER Req #592 Iowa River Landing, Coralville, Iowa, United States of America Job Description Posted Monday, February 10, 2025 at 11:00 PM As an Alterations Department Manager...

Fulltime Department Manager Cem/Framing

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (19 miles from Coralville, IA)
  • 25 days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (19 miles from Coralville, IA)
  • 25 days ago

Store - Cedar Rapids-South, IA Deliver a customer centric shopping experience by managing and delivering effective front-end operations and expectations. Lead the omnichannel processes. Maintain...

Department Manager GM

  • Iowa City, IA (4 miles from Coralville, IA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Iowa City, IA (4 miles from Coralville, IA)
  • 26 days ago

Partners with various support partners, including Store Operations, RCMS, AP, HR, and Training....

Anthropologie Assistant Department Manager

  • Coralville, IA
  • 27 days ago
  • Coralville, IA
  • 27 days ago

Location This position is located at 920 E 2nd Ave, Coralville, Iowa, 52241 United States Role Summary The Assistant Department Manager supports service, selling, and business operations to achieve...

GC Retail Sales Manager Store 312

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (19 miles from Coralville, IA)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (19 miles from Coralville, IA)
  • 60+ days ago

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

Team Leader

  • Cedar Rapids, IA (19 miles from Coralville, IA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cedar Rapids, IA (19 miles from Coralville, IA)
  • 90+ days ago

It would be even better if you also had... Multi-unit people management experience in the retail, restaurant, banking, or other related industry; management of people within military service...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Coralville, IA

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Coralville, IA 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 Coralville, IA
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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