Department Manager Jobs in South Carolina

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 - Volvo

  • Ridgeville, SC
  • 7 hours ago
  • Ridgeville, SC
  • 7 hours ago

Team Lead Reports to: ISS Site Supervisor Shift: 1st shift 7am-3:30am Pay rate: $20 (with medical, dental, vision, and 401k benefits!) Job Summary: Reporting to the ISS Site Supervisor, the Team...

AE - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

  • Florence, SC
  • 18 hours ago
  • Florence, SC
  • 18 hours ago

Through your leadership, your team always nails floorset execution, and rocks merchandising and marketing brand standards....

Department Manager- Simpsonville

  • Simpsonville, SC
  • 19 hours ago
  • Simpsonville, SC
  • 19 hours ago

Company DescriptionJob Description About the Role As a Department Manager, you'll be the leader supporting and encouraging your whole team....

Assistant Department Manager (Deco)

  • Greenville, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 1 day 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...

2nd shift ICC Department Manager

  • Cowpens, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Cowpens, SC
  • 1 day ago

We are currently hiring for an ICC Department Manager on 2nd shift (Monday-Friday 3:00pm-11:30pm)....

Assistant Department Manager (Tile)

  • Columbia, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 2 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...

Department Manager - Nursery

  • Greer, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Greer, SC
  • 2 days ago

Position Overview Our Department Managers take the lead as the Nursery/Plant Material expert in the branch, working closely with customers on any or all needs within the department to ensure excellence...

Walmart Team Leader

  • Orangeburg, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Orangeburg, SC
  • 3 days ago

... What you'll do... Directs and guides members of management and hourly associates on proper customer service approaches and techniques by modeling excellentcustomer service for example tour to...

Floral Department Manager

  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 3 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...

Retail Department Manager

  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago

The Retail Department Manager grows department sales to achieve the store sales plan....

Softlines Team Leader

  • Florence, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Florence, SC
  • 5 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....

Sales Team Manager

  • Hilton Head, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Hilton Head, SC
  • 5 days ago

Ensure shrinkage control in their area through the continual training and management of associates. Ensure team is executing successful clientelling efforts....

AE - Store Team Leader (Store Manager)

  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 5 days ago

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

Production Team Leader - Welding

  • Piedmont, SC
  • 5 days ago
  • Piedmont, SC
  • 5 days ago

Who We Are Vermeer equips customers doing important work around the world. We are global, driven by innovation and growing. The equipment we make manages natural resources, connects people and...

Production Team Leader - Assembly

  • Piedmont, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Piedmont, SC
  • 6 days ago

Who We Are Vermeer equips customers doing important work around the world. We are global, driven by innovation and growing. The equipment we make manages natural resources, connects people and...

Demographic Data for South Carolina

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in South Carolina

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRetail research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in South Carolina 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 South Carolina
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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