Department Manager Jobs in Harrison, NY

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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Commercial Lender III/Team Leader

  • Hasbrouck Heights, NJ (20 miles from Harrison, NY)
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  • Hasbrouck Heights, NJ (20 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • moments 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...

Team Leader, Customer Experience & Outreach

  • Manhasset, NY (12 miles from Harrison, NY)
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  • Manhasset, NY (12 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • moments ago

We inspire purpose-filled living that brings joy to the modern home. With a team of more than 8,000 associates spanning 130 store and distribution locations across the U.S. and Canada, we achieve...

Associate Director - Service Desk Manager

  • New York City, NY (23 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • moments ago
  • New York City, NY (23 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • moments ago

Company Description We 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...

Assistant Team Leader

  • New York, NY (21 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • 12 hours ago
  • New York, NY (21 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • 12 hours ago

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

Retail - Service Team Leader

  • New York, NY (21 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • 20 hours ago
  • New York, NY (21 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • 20 hours 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...

Food & Beverage Team Leader

  • Hicksville, NY (18 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hicksville, NY (18 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • 1 day ago

The pay range per hour is $26.00 - $44.20 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...

Department Manager

  • Hackensack, NJ (18 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Hackensack, NJ (18 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • 1 day ago

Responsible for supporting the implementation and execution of Merchandising Management to include Brand Standards, Pricing, Planogram Accuracy, Door to Floor, and Ad Set. through training and coaching...

Packing Department Manager

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

Our Packing Department Manager is responsible for the supervision, packing, and shipment of wet and/or dry prepared foods to all stores....

PAC Assistant Team Leader

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

Responsible to assist Department Managers in shrink and margin shortfalls identification. Provide temporary back-up support to the Front End operation as needed....

Team Leader - City Point

  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Brooklyn, NY (24 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • 3 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....

Team Manager

  • Ossining, NY (15 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Ossining, NY (15 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • 3 days ago

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

Produce Team Leader (Department Manager)

  • Valley Cottage, NY (14 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Valley Cottage, NY (14 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • 3 days ago

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

Team Leader

  • Rye Brook, NY (3 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Rye Brook, NY (3 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • 3 days ago

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

Department Manager

  • Mount Kisco, NY (15 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Mount Kisco, NY (15 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • 3 days ago

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

Team Leader, Sales

  • Paramus, NJ (18 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Paramus, NJ (18 miles from Harrison, NY)
  • 3 days ago

CB2 is transforming the perception of home design for today's modern consumer. Born out of Crate and Barrel, CB2 is committed to high-quality, sophisticated design at an approachable price....

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Harrison, NY

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Harrison, NY 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 Harrison, NY
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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