Department Manager Jobs in Mentor, OH

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, Curbside

  • Painesville, OH (6 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 9 days ago
  • Painesville, OH (6 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 9 days ago

Job Summary As a Curbside Express and Home Delivery Team Leader, youll manage an amazing team and help us bring great service to every customer that visits our store. Youll ensure our Curbside...

Team Leader, Getgo

  • Bedford, OH (22 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Bedford, OH (22 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 45+ days ago

Job Summary A GetGo Team Leader supervises Crew and WetGo Leads and other Team Members. The Team Leader will report to a Supermarket Store Leader. A Team Leader is responsible for hiring the right...

Team Leader Sr., Night Crew

  • Aurora, OH (24 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Aurora, OH (24 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 17 hours ago

Job Summary Senior Night Crew Team Leaders are honest, engaging, respectful and display a curiosity for food. Managers are an integral part of our Company's distinct points of difference. Our...

Team Leader, Prepared Foods

  • Solon, OH (20 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Solon, OH (20 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary Our Prepared Food Team Leaders are honest, engaging, respectful, authentic and display a curiosity for food. This role is designed to inspire our Team Members and customers to discover...

Team Leader, Produce

  • Painesville, OH (6 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Painesville, OH (6 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Job Summary Our Produce Team Leader manages the entire Produce Team and keeps it running like a well-oiled machine. You'll be the one who Team Members and guests look to for guidance on the...

Sam's Club Team Manager - Ohio

  • Mentor, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Mentor, OH
  • 3 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...

ASSISTANT TEAM LEADER - pOpshelf

  • Chardon, OH (10 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chardon, OH (10 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 5 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...

Assistant Cash Office Team Leader

  • Garfield Heights, OH (22 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Garfield Heights, OH (22 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 5 days ago

Job Summary To follow the Company's Common Purpose of "Together, We improve people's everyday lives and well-being." This will be done by ensuring accurate sales and cash bookkeeping and...

Team Manager

  • University Heights, OH (16 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 6 days ago
  • University Heights, OH (16 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 6 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...

Team Leader, Health & Beauty Care

  • Painesville, OH (6 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 8 days ago
  • Painesville, OH (6 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 8 days ago

Job Summary Health & Beauty Care Team Leaders lead the department by supervising, directing and managing Team Members, ordering products and supplies, and implementing merchandising initiatives to...

Assistant Department Manager (Stone)

  • Warrensville Heights, OH (16 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 11 days ago
  • Warrensville Heights, OH (16 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 11 days ago

Purpose This position is responsible for training and developing Product Sales Specialists and ensuring that customers have a positive shopping experience by receiving exceptional customer service...

Team Leader, Office

  • Painesville, OH (6 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 11 days ago
  • Painesville, OH (6 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 11 days ago

Job Summary Our Cash Office Team Leader manages the Cash Office and keeps it running like a well-oiled machine. Leaders are accountable for the operating performance of the department at all...

CDLI Team Leader Central Region

  • Cleveland, OH (22 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 14 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (22 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 14 days ago

Location: 127 Public Square - Cleveland, Ohio 44114 About the Business: KeyBank is committed to growing their National Affordable Housing Platform through their Community Development Lending &...

STORE TEAM LEADER - pOpshelf

  • Mentor, OH
  • 15 days ago
  • Mentor, OH
  • 15 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 Assistant, Meat

  • Maple Heights, OH (22 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 17 days ago
  • Maple Heights, OH (22 miles from Mentor, OH)
  • 17 days ago

Job Summary An Assistant Meat Team Leader's first responsibility is to assist the Meat Manager in providing leadership in the Meat Department by directing and managing Team Members, ordering raw...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Mentor, OH

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Mentor, OH 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 Mentor, OH
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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