Department Manager Jobs in Wisconsin

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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Export Customer Experience Team Leader

  • Green Bay, WI
  • 14 hours ago
  • Green Bay, WI
  • 14 hours ago

JOB REQUIREMENTS: Export Customer Experience Team Leader (Manager) -R0030244 Job Category: Customer Service Job Family: Product Strategiesand Customer Experience Job Description: As the Export...

Market Grille Assistant Department Manager

  • Ashwaubenon, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Ashwaubenon, WI
  • 1 day ago

Operations, and Health Wellness Home; Food Service Director; Market Grille Department Manager Positions that Report to you: Department Employees Primary Duties and Responsibilities : Provides prompt...

Department Manager - East Towne Mall

  • Madison, WI
  • 1 day ago
  • Madison, WI
  • 1 day ago

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

AE - Merchandising Team Leader (Assistant Manager)

  • La Crosse, WI
  • 3 days ago
  • La Crosse, WI
  • 3 days ago

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

The pay range is $60,000.00 - $120,000.00 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...

The pay range is $60,000.00 - $120,000.00 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...

Walmart Team Leader

  • Greenfield, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Greenfield, WI
  • 5 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...

General Merchandise Team Leader

  • Sussex, WI
  • 5 days ago
  • Sussex, WI
  • 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....

Hy-Chi Department Manager

  • La Crosse, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • La Crosse, WI
  • 6 days ago

Job Description: Job Title: Hy-Chi Department Manager Department: Hy-Chi FLSA : Non-Exempt General Function : As an Hy-Chi Department Manager, this position will be responsible for setting the department...

Department Manager

  • Oshkosh, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Oshkosh, WI
  • 6 days ago

A department manager is responsible for: Ordering Stocking Merchandise presentation Straightening and cleaning your department. Department Managers also back-up cashiers as needed....

At Whole Foods Market, we are working to nourish people and the planet. In this role, you will support the Team Leader in leading and executing the Customer Service & E-Commerce programs; this...

Team Leader Full-Time

  • Appleton, WI
  • 6 days ago
  • Appleton, WI
  • 6 days ago

Broad Description of Duties: Under the direction of the theatre management team, the Shift Lead is responsible for providing support to management as it relates to theatre efficiencies, staff...

Team Leader

  • Stoughton, WI
  • 8 days ago
  • Stoughton, WI
  • 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...

Department Manager - Pleasant Prairie Premium Outlets

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • 8 days ago
  • Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • 8 days ago

Thats why when you join us as a Department Manager, we refer to you as a Coach. Join the NIKE Team as a Department Manager As a Nike Department Manager, youre the face of NIKE....

Hy-Chi Assistant Department Manager

  • Ashwaubenon, WI
  • 10 days ago
  • Ashwaubenon, WI
  • 10 days ago

Operations, and Health Wellness Home; Food Service Director; Hy-Chi Department Manager Positions that Report to you: Hy-Chi Department Employees Primary Duties and Responsibilities : Provides prompt...

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Salary for Department Manager Jobs in Wisconsin

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 Wisconsin 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 Wisconsin
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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