Department Manager Jobs in Montvale, NJ

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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FullTime Team Leader/Supervisor Specialty Retail Shoes starting @ $20

  • New York, NY (21 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago
  • New York, NY (21 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 2 hours ago

REQUIREMENTS: All of our teammates are expected to be tough-minded, motivated, smart and talented individuals. For this position, retail experience and previous experience supervising or team...

Team Manager

  • West Orange, NJ (21 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 21 hours ago
  • West Orange, NJ (21 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 21 hours 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...

Department Manager - Jamaica Avenue

  • New York, NY (21 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY (21 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Department Managers have the power to impact the business daily, by managing inventory, moving product in accordance with customer demand, reviewing and managing planograms and period layouts, and by...

Operational Department Manager

  • Parsippany, NJ (23 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Parsippany, NJ (23 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

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

Customer Service & E-Commerce Team Leader (Customer Service, In-Store Shopper Department Manager)

  • Greenwich, CT (21 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenwich, CT (21 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

At Whole Foods Market, we are working to nourish people and the planet. In this role, you will provide overall leadership to the Customer Service & E-Commerce programs; this means you are...

Assistant Team Leader

  • Greenwich, CT (21 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Greenwich, CT (21 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

At Whole Foods Market, we are working to nourish people and the planet. In this role, you will provide overall leadership to the Customer Service & E-Commerce programs; this means you are...

Building Performance Department Manager

  • New York, NY (21 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (21 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

a Building Enclosure Department Manager to join our Building Science Solutions team in New York City, NY....

Team Leader - Jamaica Ave

  • New York, NY (21 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (21 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

What You'll Bring Overseeing a team of Sales Associates and reporting directly to the Department Manager requires a bold team player to take the reins....

Retail Store Team Leader (Part-Time) - Flatiron District, NY

  • New York, NY (21 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New York, NY (21 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Job Description Experience the pride, commitment and shared sense of responsibility Maximize profitable sales by the regular review of sales and margin information Assist to ensure that...

Retail Sales Manager

  • Bayside, NY (22 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Bayside, NY (22 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Employee Type: Regular If you are a CURRENT Carters employee, you MUST apply through the Internal Career Link within the My Career & Performance app in Workday. Do not apply using the below...

Associate Director - Service Desk Manager

  • New York, NY (21 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (21 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Company DescriptionWe are a Digital Product Engineering company that is scaling in a big way! We build products, services, and experiences that inspire, excite, and delight. We work at scale...

Anthropologie Department Manager - Service & Styling

  • New York, NY (21 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • New York, NY (21 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

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

Controls Technician Team Leader - Long Island City, NY

  • Long Island City, NY (22 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Long Island City, NY (22 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

AtTrane TechnologiesTM and through our businesses includingTraneandThermo King, we create innovative climate solutions for buildings, homes, and transportation that challenge what's possible for a...

Commercial Lender III/Team Leader

  • Hasbrouck Heights, NJ (13 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hasbrouck Heights, NJ (13 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

At OceanFirst Bank, each one of our employees plays an important role in fulfilling the mission and taking responsibility to execute daily tasks in alignment with our core values. Together we...

Retail - Service Team Leader

  • New York, NY (21 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • New York, NY (21 miles from Montvale, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

on the Voice of Customer (VOC) survey + Assist with Omni channel processes, including Buy Online Pickup in Store (BOPIS) and Ship From Store (SFS) + Participate in the truck unload, stocking, and planogram...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Montvale, NJ

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Montvale, NJ 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 Montvale, NJ
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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