Department Manager Jobs in Leesburg, VA

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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Part-Time Retail Sales Manager

  • Manassas, VA (20 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Manassas, VA (20 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 11 hours ago

Position Overview A successful Retail Sales Manager will strive to go for WOW! Go for WOW! is the standard of customer service at Duluth Trading Company. It is treating the customer right and...

Perishable Team Leader Trainee

  • Germantown, MD (17 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Germantown, MD (17 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 20 hours ago

Location: 20600 Seneca Meadows Park Germantown, MD 20876 Availability Requirement for this role: Morning, afternoon, evening (includes weekends). Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older Time...

Department Manager - Tysons Corner

  • Tysons Corner, VA (21 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Tysons Corner, VA (21 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 20 hours ago

Our Department Managers typically join us with retail experience as either a Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager, or Department Manager....

Collection and Distribution Assistant Team Leader

  • Manassas, VA (18 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Manassas, VA (18 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 1 day ago

Performs skilled work in the construction, repair, and maintenance of water and sanitary sewer systems. Operates motorized construction equipment such as backhoes, loaders, dump trucks,...

Distribution Center Team Leader

  • Manassas, VA (20 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Manassas, VA (20 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 1 day ago

The Team Leader promotes and maintains warehouse productivity and efficiencies by working as a direct floor leader. McLane promotes earning, learning, and living a great life. We are a team, and...

Perishable Team Leader Trainee

  • Germantown, MD (22 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Germantown, MD (22 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 2 days ago

Location: 20600 Seneca Meadows Park Germantown, MD 20876 Availability Requirement for this role: Morning, afternoon, evening (includes weekends). Age Requirement: Must be 18 years or older Time...

Overnight General Merchandise Team Leader

  • Gainesville, VA (16 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Gainesville, VA (16 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 2 days ago

The pay range per hour is $24.75 - $42.05 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...

Associate Team Leader

  • Manassas, VA (20 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Manassas, VA (20 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description: At H&R Block, we believe in the power of people helping people. Our defining Purpose is to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients, associates, and communities...

Block Advisors Associate Team Leader

  • Vienna, VA (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Vienna, VA (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 6 days ago

Job Description: At H&R Block, we believe in the power of people helping people. Our defining Purpose is to provide help and inspire confidence in our clients, associates, and communities...

Production Team Leader Gaithersburg

  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 9 days ago

Ability to read and comprehend internal documents related to store operations.7....

Maintenance Team Leader

  • Fairfax, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 11 days ago

POSITION: Maintenance Team Leader (Full-Time, Non-Exempt) COMPENSATION: $35-$40 Hourly Rate, plus Benefits and Bonus eligibility SUMMARY The Maintenance Team Leader is primarily responsible for...

Department Manager

  • Vienna, VA (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Vienna, VA (23 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 12 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

  • Fairfax, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (14 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 14 days ago

Summary & Positions: Savers, an international thrift retailer, is looking to fill Department Manager position(s)....

Future Opening: Aquatics Team Leader / Manager

  • Ashburn, VA (6 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA (6 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 14 days ago

Future Opening: Aquatics Team Leader / Manager Part Time Hybrid - US Aquatics Team Leader British Swim School of Loudoun Do you want to have a job where you can really enjoy yourself and make a...

Remote Work

Future Opening: Aquatics Team Leader

  • Ashburn, VA (6 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Ashburn, VA (6 miles from Leesburg, VA)
  • 14 days ago

Future Opening: Aquatics Team Leader Part Time Ashburn Aquatics Team Leader British Swim School of Loudoun Do you want to have a job where you can really enjoy yourself and make a difference?!...

Demographic Data for Leesburg, VA

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Leesburg, VA

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Leesburg, VA 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 Leesburg, VA
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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