Department Manager Jobs in Bedford, NH

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

  • Dracut, MA (20 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Dracut, MA (20 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 1 day 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...

Style Team Leader

  • Salem, NH (18 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Salem, NH (18 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 2 days ago

The pay range per hour is $24.50 - $41.65 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...

Warehouse Team Leader

  • Hudson, NH (13 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hudson, NH (13 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 3 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: Warehouse Leads are responsible for the direct oversight of processes and personnel in specific or various functions. Warehouse Leads work to help supervisors maintain productivity...

AE - Selling Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

  • Salem, NH (18 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Salem, NH (18 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 4 days ago

They receive 40% off product at both AE & Aerie year-round (plus additional seasonal discounts with new Floorsets!)...

Retail Store Area Team Leader

  • Peterborough, NH (20 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Peterborough, NH (20 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 5 days ago

The pay range for this position is $23/hr - $25/hr and is based on experience. Competitive salary based on experience, Profit Participation, Comprehensive benefits package, Generous PTO, Health &...

Dairy Frozen Team Leader

  • Manchester, NH (4 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Manchester, NH (4 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 7 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....

Retail Store Team Leader

  • Derry, NH (13 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Derry, NH (13 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 7 days ago

The pay range for this position is $65000 - $72000 and is based on experience. Competitive salary, Bonus eligible, Comprehensive benefits package, Generous PTO, 45 hour work week, Health &...

Department Manager

  • Epping, NH (24 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 9 days ago
  • Epping, NH (24 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 9 days ago

The Department Manager reports directly to the Store Team Leader....

Sams Club Team Manager - New Hampshire

  • Concord, NH (20 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 14 days ago
  • Concord, NH (20 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 14 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...

Part Time Team Leader - Keyholder

  • Merrimack, NH (6 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 15 days ago
  • Merrimack, NH (6 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 15 days ago

YOUR ROLE As a Team Leader - Keyholder, you support store leadership to achieve sales goals, working alongside store associates and providing daily direction, communication and training. You...

Service & Engagement Team Leader

  • Bedford, NH
  • 15 days ago
  • Bedford, NH
  • 15 days ago

The pay range per hour is $22.75 - $38.65 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...

Retail Department Supervisor

  • Bedford, NH
  • 17 days ago
  • Bedford, NH
  • 17 days ago

Style is never in short supply at our more than 500 HomeGoods stores and we are constantly on a mission to provide the little surprises and extra touches that make a house feel like home. Same...

Specialty Sales Team Leader

  • Concord, NH (20 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 27 days ago
  • Concord, NH (20 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 27 days ago

The pay range per hour is $22.25 - $37.80 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...

Specialty Team Leader (Beer, Wine, Cheese & Chocolate Department Manager)

  • Lawrence, MA (24 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 28 days ago
  • Lawrence, MA (24 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 28 days ago

Provides overall leadership to the Specialty team. Responsible for all aspects of daily operations including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance,...

Team Leader

  • Raymond, NH (18 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 28 days ago
  • Raymond, NH (18 miles from Bedford, NH)
  • 28 days ago

Provides overall leadership to the Specialty team. Responsible for all aspects of daily operations including profitability, expense control, buying, merchandising, labor, regulatory compliance,...

Demographic Data for Bedford, NH

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Bedford, NH

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Bedford, NH 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 Bedford, NH
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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