Department Manager Jobs in Jackson, TN

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

  • Henderson, TN (16 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Henderson, TN (16 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 3 days 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...

Manufacturing Team Leader - 1st Shift (3095)

  • Lexington, TN (24 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lexington, TN (24 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 6 days ago

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and...

Team Leader

  • Jackson, TN
  • 6 days ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 6 days ago

Overall Job Summary The Team Leader is responsible for assisting the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager with the execution of operational, sales, and merchandising objectives by delivering...

Produce Department Manager

  • Humboldt, TN (16 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 7 days ago
  • Humboldt, TN (16 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 7 days ago

Job Description: Job Title: Produce Department Manager Department: Produce FLSA: Non-Exempt General Function: Sets the department standards for customer service, employee relations, cleanliness, sanitation...

Team Leader

  • Jackson, TN (9 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 8 days ago
  • Jackson, TN (9 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 8 days ago

Overall Job Summary The Team Leader is responsible for assisting the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager with the execution of operational, sales, and merchandising objectives by delivering...

Manufacturing Team Leader - 2nd Shift (3005)

  • Lexington, TN (24 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 16 days ago
  • Lexington, TN (24 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 16 days ago

We begin with dreams. Dreams drive our motivation. Dreams are our future. The world's dreams, people's dreams, our dreams. Our passion creates ideas that make dreams come alive. Technology and...

Quality Team Leader

  • Jackson, TN
  • 45+ days ago
  • Jackson, TN
  • 45+ days ago

The Quality Team Leader provides supervision, technical assistance, and scheduling to quality assurance associates. As the Quality Team Leader at the Jackson Plant, you will report to the Quality...

Department Manager

  • Bells, TN (14 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Bells, TN (14 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 60+ days ago

Additional Info: Along with competitive pay, a Department Manager at McDonald's is eligible for incredible benefits including: Education through Archways to Opportunity including opportunities to earn...

CSO Team Leader

  • Milan, TN (23 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Milan, TN (23 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 90+ days ago

CHEP helps move more goods to more people, in more places than any other organization on earth via our 300 million pallets, crates and containers. We employ 11,000 people and operate in more than...

Oliver Wyman - Data&Analytics - Associate Team Leader/Team Leader- Milan

  • Milan, TN (23 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Milan, TN (23 miles from Jackson, TN)
  • 90+ days ago

Company: Oliver Wyman Description: Who We Are Oliver Wyman is a global management consultancy working across all areas of industry, financial services, government, and non-profit organizations....

Demographic Data for Jackson, TN

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Jackson, TN

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Jackson, TN 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 Jackson, TN
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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