Department Manager - Front End - Watseka, IL

Runnings; Watseka (IL); On-site; USD 22,000 - 25,000; Part time

Job summary

Runnings is seeking a Department Manager - Front End in Watseka, IL to lead merchandising and sales within the department and to deliver the highest level of customer service. The role requires flexibility to work days, nights, and every other weekend and/or holidays.

Responsibilities include directing product merchandising, coordinating new merchandise distribution, maintaining inventory, and assisting customers. Prior experience with cashier processes and staff training is a plus.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma preferred.
• Customer Service training and/or experience preferred.
• Ability to work days, nights, and every other weekend and/or holidays.

Responsibilities

• Direct and coordinate the merchandising of assigned products.
• Set priorities for distribution of new merchandise within the assigned department.
• Ensure adequate inventory in all areas of assigned department.
• Assist customers with purchases.
• Work closely with Retail Buyer(s) to ensure awareness of assigned department product needs and other product information.
• Assist with the training and direction provided to new department team members.
• Ensure that safety is practiced when handling merchandise by employees and customers.

Skills

Customer Service

Team leadership

Education

High School Diploma

Job description

Department Manager - Front End - Watseka, IL

Job Category : Retail Management

Requisition Number : DEPAR006993

• Posted : September 9, 2026
• Part-Time

Locations

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Description

We have career opportunity as a Department Manager. The Department Manager is responsible for merchandising and sales within his or her assigned department. Department Managers are responsible to provide the highest level of customer service and report to the Store Manager. This position will require ability to work days, nights, and every other weekend and/or holidays. Extensive knowledge of cashier process and procedures preferred. Prior key carrying experience is a plus.
Hourly Pay Rate: $16.00-$18.00 Depending on experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Direct and coordinate the merchandising of assigned products.
• Set priorities for distribution of new merchandise within the assigned department.
• Ensure adequate inventory in all areas of assigned department.
• Assist customers with purchases.
• Work closely with Retail Buyer(s) to ensure awareness of assigned department product needs and other product information.
• Assist with the training and direction provided to new department team members.
• Ensure that safety is practiced when handling merchandise by employees and customers.

OTHER DUTIES

Other duties as assigned by the Store Manager

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to work an irregular work schedule
• Frequent lifting up to 50 pounds
• Long periods of standing
• Frequent bending and twisting

EDUCATION, TRAINING AND EXPERIENCE

• High School Diploma preferred
• Customer Service training and or experience preferred.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONS

• Retail Store Environment.

EQUIPMENT AND TOOLS

Computer Calculator Cash register-scanner

Telephone Fax Copy Machine

Computer software and network

The specific statements shown in each section of this description are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements and criteria considered necessary to perform the job successfully. The company recognizes that an individual with a disability may require an accommodation to enable him/her to successfully perform a job function. Consideration will be given to reasonable accommodations.

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