Department Manager Jobs in Franklin, WI

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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Closing Team Leader - Franklin, WI

  • Franklin, WI
  • 9 hours ago
  • Franklin, WI
  • 9 hours ago

Support your leader with store operations by seeing the store through the lens of the guest, establish consistent routines and help ensure departments are zoned, in-stock, signed and labeled appropriately...

Retail Sales Manager-Custom Framing

  • Milwaukee, WI (11 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (11 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 21 hours ago

Store - Milwaukee, WI Lead and coach a team of framers who focus on building customer relationships while creating a framing solution for their art. Drive custom framing sales. Assist customers in...

Retail Sales Manager

  • Wauwatosa, WI (12 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wauwatosa, WI (12 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 2 days ago

Employee Type: Regular If you are a CURRENT Carters employee, you MUST apply through the Internal Career Link within the My Career & Performance app in Workday. Do not apply using the below...

Associate Team Leader

  • Mukwonago, WI (16 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mukwonago, WI (16 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 2 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...

Warehouse Department Manager - Overnights

  • Bristol, WI (23 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 4 days ago
  • Bristol, WI (23 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 4 days ago

Warehouse Department Manager - Overnights Pay from $80,000 to $110,000 per year Wisconsin Distribution Center 12885 104th St....

Customer Service Department Manager

  • South Milwaukee, WI (7 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 6 days ago
  • South Milwaukee, WI (7 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 6 days ago

As a Customer Service Department Manager, continue this legacy by empowering our teams to deliver the exceptional experience our customers love. Better together!...

Grocery Assistant Department Manager

  • West Allis, WI (9 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 9 days ago
  • West Allis, WI (9 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 9 days ago

Familiarity with store operations and the ability to coordinate effectively with store and vendor teams....

Team Leader IT Asset Management

  • Milwaukee, WI (11 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 9 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (11 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 9 days ago

Team Leader IT Asset Management WBS, a subsidiary of WEC Energy Group, is seeking a Team Leader IT Asset Management in our Milwaukee, Wisconsin location. About Us WEC Energy Group is one of the...

Stock & Housekeeping Department Manager

  • Brookfield, WI (12 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 10 days ago
  • Brookfield, WI (12 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 10 days ago

& Housekeeping Department Manager, you lead a team to ensure the support needs of the store are met throughout the day and new stock is distributed efficiently....

Retail Sales Manager

  • Sturtevant, WI (13 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 13 days ago
  • Sturtevant, WI (13 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 13 days ago

The Retail Sales Manager plays a key role in the dealership. They are responsible for driving business success by managing the accounting, operations, compliance, and shirk and profitability...

Sam's Club Team Manager - Wisconsin

  • Franksville, WI (6 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Franksville, WI (6 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 14 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...

Sam's Club Team Manager - Wisconsin

  • Franklin, WI
  • 15 days ago
  • Franklin, WI
  • 15 days ago

Position Summary... 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...

Shift Team Leader

  • Milwaukee, WI (11 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Milwaukee, WI (11 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 15 days ago

Position: Shift Team Leader Shift: 6:30 pm -7:00 am (12-hour shift; 2-2-3 schedule) 6:30 am -7:00 pm (12-hour shift; 2-2-3 schedule) Pay: $40+ Are you a strong leader with experience in trouble...

Water Resources Department Manager

  • Burlington, WI (22 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 20 days ago
  • Burlington, WI (22 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 20 days ago

Your future position: Water Resources Department Manager Location: Burlington, Janesville, Milwaukee, WI Why you should join our team! Why Baxter & Woodman?...

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Meat Assistant Department Manager

  • Hales Corners, WI (4 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Hales Corners, WI (4 miles from Franklin, WI)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Summary Job Title: Meat Assistant Department Manager FLSA Status: Hourly Reports To: Meat Department Manager Under the direction of the Meat Department Manager, the Assistant Department Manager...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Franklin, WI

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Highest Education Level

Department Managers in Franklin, WI 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 Franklin, WI
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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