Entry Level Department Manager Jobs
New grad department manager jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong internship work or demonstrated leadership in a campus or volunteer setting can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Retail, and Education, with employers like Healthcare Services, Safeway, and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta hiring at this level now.
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Position Type
Full Time
Career area
Retail Stores
Location
2210 Tanger Blvd #225, Gonzales, Louisiana 70737, United States
Job ID
R-87709
Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It’s a place where passionate individuals come together to create the future of sport. We are unapologetic about who we are and what we’re after—bringing innovation and inspiration to every athlete* in the world. We look for athletes who can push boundaries, elevate our potential and continue leading us to greatness. The next tastemakers, playmakers, risk takers and glue players. Are you game?
Location & Store Type: Nike Factory Store - Gonzales
Address: Gonzales, LA
Hours: Full Time – 34-40 hours per week, including nights and weekends
Behind every great team is a great coach. That’s 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, you’re the face of NIKE. Enjoy high-volume and a fast pace as your diverse experience and perspective helps guide customers in making the best decisions for them. You’ll work with your team to focus on customer service and get to the win the right way.
We believe that if you have a body, you are an athlete, and you’ll bring this to life with your passion for sport and customer service. This includes properly training your team and implementing our Service Principles while representing our global culture of sport, the NIKE brand, each other, and your community. You lead the charge of ensuring your team makes positive moments, has fun, and feels like they are a part of something bigger.
As a Department Manager, you'll lead, coach, and inspire your team to deliver the best experience for their customers while ensuring your team members feel included and supported. You'll use your retail expertise to drive store growth strategies and create opportunities to continue building upon community partnerships. You are the one people look to for encouragement, leadership and bringing NIKE to life for our customers, communities, and colleagues. You will also enjoy benefits like employee discounts, healthcare, paid time off and education programs to develop and advance your career.
Putting Your Best Foot Forward
- Three years of customer-facing retail or hospitality experience
- One year of leadership experience
- Demonstrated ability to recruit, build and lead high-performing teams
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and retail business systems
- Ability to bend, squat, reach, climb a ladder and stand for extended periods of time with or without reasonable accommodations
- Proven ability to utilize tools for conflict resolution and employee coaching and counseling
- Able to work mornings, weekends, nights, and holidays as needed
What You're Responsible For
- Leading a team that helps keep all store functions running seamlessly.
- Ensuring your store is staffed by attracting, assessing and onboarding your future teammates.
- Equipping store employees with tools needed to succeed in their day-to-day responsibilities.
- Leading your store's team and business results/critical metrics, including budgeting, planning, a high level of customer service, sales, people leadership and management.
- Managing product life cycle from stockroom to visual merchandising and the sales floor.
#mynext: Be Empowered to Grow within Nike and Create the Future
Be Rewarded for a Job Well Done
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Savings Accounts after 12 months of continuous employment
- 401(k) Plan, CERA, Employee Assistance Program, Mental and Emotional Health, Financial Coaching and Education, Child Development Support and Caregiving Benefits starting on the day you're hired
- Accrued Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- The opportunity to buy Nike stock at a discount through our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Access to support through Optum Employee Assistance Program at no cost for you and your family
- Discounts for you and your family from Nike, Converse, and Jordan up to 50% off
NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
For more information, please refer to Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law
NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.
NIKE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
What You Can Expect
OUR HIRING GAME PLAN
01 Apply
Our teams are made up of diverse skillsets, knowledge bases, inputs, ideas and backgrounds. We want you to find your fit – review job descriptions, departments and teams to discover the role for you.
02 Meet a Recruiter or Take an Assessment
If selected for a corporate role, a recruiter will reach out to start your interview process and be your main contact throughout the process. For retail roles, you’ll complete an interactive assessment that includes a chat and quizzes and takes about 10-20 minutes to complete. No matter the role, we want to learn about you – the whole you – so don’t shy away from how you approach world-class service and what makes you unique.
03 Interview
Go into this stage confident by doing your research, understanding what we are looking for and being prepared for questions that are set up to learn more about you, and your background.
Position Type
Full Time
Career area
Retail Stores
Location
2210 Tanger Blvd #225, Gonzales, Louisiana 70737, United States
Job ID
R-87709
Become a Part of the NIKE, Inc. Team
NIKE, Inc. does more than outfit the world’s best athletes. It’s a place where passionate individuals come together to create the future of sport. We are unapologetic about who we are and what we’re after—bringing innovation and inspiration to every athlete* in the world. We look for athletes who can push boundaries, elevate our potential and continue leading us to greatness. The next tastemakers, playmakers, risk takers and glue players. Are you game?
Location & Store Type: Nike Factory Store - Gonzales
Address: Gonzales, LA
Hours: Full Time – 34-40 hours per week, including nights and weekends
Behind every great team is a great coach. That’s 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, you’re the face of NIKE. Enjoy high-volume and a fast pace as your diverse experience and perspective helps guide customers in making the best decisions for them. You’ll work with your team to focus on customer service and get to the win the right way.
We believe that if you have a body, you are an athlete, and you’ll bring this to life with your passion for sport and customer service. This includes properly training your team and implementing our Service Principles while representing our global culture of sport, the NIKE brand, each other, and your community. You lead the charge of ensuring your team makes positive moments, has fun, and feels like they are a part of something bigger.
As a Department Manager, you'll lead, coach, and inspire your team to deliver the best experience for their customers while ensuring your team members feel included and supported. You'll use your retail expertise to drive store growth strategies and create opportunities to continue building upon community partnerships. You are the one people look to for encouragement, leadership and bringing NIKE to life for our customers, communities, and colleagues. You will also enjoy benefits like employee discounts, healthcare, paid time off and education programs to develop and advance your career.
Putting Your Best Foot Forward
- Three years of customer-facing retail or hospitality experience
- One year of leadership experience
- Demonstrated ability to recruit, build and lead high-performing teams
- Proficient in Microsoft Office and retail business systems
- Ability to bend, squat, reach, climb a ladder and stand for extended periods of time with or without reasonable accommodations
- Proven ability to utilize tools for conflict resolution and employee coaching and counseling
- Able to work mornings, weekends, nights, and holidays as needed
What You're Responsible For
- Leading a team that helps keep all store functions running seamlessly.
- Ensuring your store is staffed by attracting, assessing and onboarding your future teammates.
- Equipping store employees with tools needed to succeed in their day-to-day responsibilities.
- Leading your store's team and business results/critical metrics, including budgeting, planning, a high level of customer service, sales, people leadership and management.
- Managing product life cycle from stockroom to visual merchandising and the sales floor.
#mynext: Be Empowered to Grow within Nike and Create the Future
Be Rewarded for a Job Well Done
- Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Accounts and Flexible Savings Accounts after 12 months of continuous employment
- 401(k) Plan, CERA, Employee Assistance Program, Mental and Emotional Health, Financial Coaching and Education, Child Development Support and Caregiving Benefits starting on the day you're hired
- Accrued Paid Time Off and Holiday Pay
- The opportunity to buy Nike stock at a discount through our Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP)
- Access to support through Optum Employee Assistance Program at no cost for you and your family
- Discounts for you and your family from Nike, Converse, and Jordan up to 50% off
NIKE, Inc. is committed to employing a diverse workforce. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
For more information, please refer to Equal Employment Opportunity is The Law
NIKE, Inc. is a growth company that looks for team members to grow with it. Nike offers a generous total rewards package, casual work environment, a diverse and inclusive culture, and an electric atmosphere for professional development. No matter the location, or the role, every Nike employee shares one galvanizing mission: To bring inspiration and innovation to every athlete* in the world.
NIKE, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or disability.
What You Can Expect
OUR HIRING GAME PLAN
01 Apply
Our teams are made up of diverse skillsets, knowledge bases, inputs, ideas and backgrounds. We want you to find your fit – review job descriptions, departments and teams to discover the role for you.
02 Meet a Recruiter or Take an Assessment
If selected for a corporate role, a recruiter will reach out to start your interview process and be your main contact throughout the process. For retail roles, you’ll complete an interactive assessment that includes a chat and quizzes and takes about 10-20 minutes to complete. No matter the role, we want to learn about you – the whole you – so don’t shy away from how you approach world-class service and what makes you unique.
03 Interview
Go into this stage confident by doing your research, understanding what we are looking for and being prepared for questions that are set up to learn more about you, and your background.
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Who's Hiring
- Healthcare Services14
- Safeway3
- Children's Healthcare of Atlanta3
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- Sentara2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services30
- Retail11
- Education8
- Technology & Software2
- Animal Care & Pet Services2
Entry Level Department Manager Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level department manager job?
Focus on experience that shows you can coordinate people and tasks, even in small settings. Internships, team-lead roles in campus organizations, or volunteer coordination work all signal readiness. Employers hiring at this level look for candidates who can communicate clearly, stay organized under pressure, and take ownership of outcomes. Tailoring your resume to highlight those moments gives you a real edge over candidates who only list job titles.
Which companies hire entry level department managers?
Companies hiring entry level department managers right now include Healthcare Services, Safeway, and Children's Healthcare of Atlanta, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Retail chains, logistics operators, and multi-unit service businesses tend to hire most actively at this level because they need supervisors who can grow into full department ownership quickly.
Are there remote entry level department manager jobs?
Yes, though most openings at this level are on-site given the hands-on nature of the role. About 5% of entry level department manager openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, so options do exist for candidates who need flexibility. Remote postings at this stage often appear in e-commerce operations, customer service departments, and back-office functions where in-person presence is less critical.
Are these new grad department manager jobs?
Yes, many of the roles listed here are new grad friendly, meaning they welcome recent graduates, junior candidates, and applicants with little or no formal management experience. A new grad posting typically signals this by listing zero to two years of experience as sufficient, accepting internship or project experience in place of full-time history, or explicitly inviting candidates who have led teams in academic, athletic, or volunteer contexts.
Which industries hire the most entry level department managers?
Entry Level department manager roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Retail, and Education, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. Those sectors hire at this level consistently because high employee turnover and rapid growth create a steady need for new supervisors who can be developed into long-term department leaders.