Department Manager Jobs in Kansas

Department Manager jobs in Kansas are concentrated in Wichita, Kansas City, and Topeka, where major employers like Cerner (now Oracle Health), Spirit AeroSystems, and Dillard's regional operations maintain consistent demand for experienced managers. Openings are most active in retail, manufacturing, and healthcare operations, with supply chain and logistics department leads among the fastest-growing specialties. Hiring reaches every seniority level, from first-time managers stepping up from team leads to senior department heads overseeing multi-site operations. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles25
Top employerHy-Vee
Top cityWichita, KS
Cities hiring14
Top credentialHigh school diploma or GED
Companies hiring13

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NOW HIRING department manager at $22
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NOW HIRING department manager at $22
McDonald's
Wichita, Kansas
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Program Management
Project Management
10,000+

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Meat Team Leader (Department Manager)
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Meat Team Leader (Department Manager)
Whole Foods Market
Olathe, Kansas
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
$25.1 - $42.5/hr
10,000+

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Assistant Office Manager - Road & Bridge Department
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Assistant Office Manager - Road & Bridge Department
Neosho County
Erie, Kansas
Administrative & Office Support
Project & Program Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED

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Anthropologie Assistant Department Manager
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Anthropologie Assistant Department Manager
Anthropologie
Leawood, Kansas
Account Management
Business Development
Sales
1,001-5,000

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Market Grille Department Manager
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Market Grille Department Manager
Hy-Vee, Inc.
Olathe, Kansas
Business Strategy
Product Management
Project & Program Management
Project Management
No high school diploma
10,000+

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Department Manager Jobs by City in Kansas

Where Kansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Wichita
7 jobs
Olathe
3 jobs
Overland Park
3 jobs
Topeka
2 jobs
Erie
1 job
Colby
1 job
Lenexa
1 job
Leawood
1 job
Shawnee
1 job

Department Manager Job Market in Kansas

A snapshot from current Kansas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Hy-Vee5 open roles
Floor & Decor4 open roles
McDonald's3 open roles

What Kansas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in department manager jobs across Kansas.

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a related field preferred by most Kansas employers
  • Minimum three to five years of supervisory or team lead experience in the relevant department or industry
  • Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, track departmental KPIs, and report results to senior leadership
  • Proficiency with inventory management, scheduling software, or ERP systems relevant to the hiring industry
  • Strong communication and conflict-resolution skills for managing teams of ten or more direct reports
  • Experience coordinating with cross-functional teams including HR, finance, and operations in a Kansas-based environment

Department Manager Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a department manager in Kansas?

Most department manager roles in Kansas require a bachelor's degree in business, operations, or an industry-relevant field, combined with several years of frontline or supervisory experience. Kansas does not issue a state license specific to general department managers, but roles in regulated industries such as healthcare or financial services may require department-specific credentials recognized by Kansas licensing boards. Employers in manufacturing and retail typically promote internally from team lead or assistant manager roles.

Which companies hire department managers in Kansas?

Kansas department manager roles are posted by Hy-Vee, Floor & Decor, and McDonald's and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Kansas's concentration of aerospace manufacturing, regional healthcare systems, and large retail distribution centers keeps demand for department managers steady throughout the year.

Which Kansas cities have the most department manager jobs?

Wichita, Olathe, and Overland Park have the most department manager openings in Kansas. Wichita drives the largest share through its aerospace and manufacturing base anchored by companies like Spirit AeroSystems and Koch Industries affiliates, while Kansas City benefits from its position as a regional logistics and healthcare hub, and Topeka's state government and healthcare institutions sustain consistent demand.

How can I get hired as a department manager in Kansas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is building supervisory experience through team lead, shift supervisor, or assistant manager roles at large Kansas employers such as regional hospital systems, Dillard's distribution operations, or manufacturing plants in the Wichita metro. Many of these employers run internal development programs that prepare high-performing associates for their first department manager assignment. Completing a business or operations degree from a Kansas institution and earning a project management or operations credential strengthens a candidate's case considerably.

Where can I find and apply to department manager jobs in Kansas?

You can find and apply to department manager jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kansas openings across industries and cities. Search the roles that fit your background, review the requirements, and apply directly to the ones that match your experience and location.

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