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 roles18
Top employerHealthcare Services
Top cityWichita, KS
Cities hiring13
Work type100% On-site
Top industryRetail

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Healthcare Services Group
Environmental Services Department Manager
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Environmental Services Department Manager
Healthcare Services Group
Shawnee, Kansas
IT Support
Project Management
Technical Program Management
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Hy-Vee, Inc.
Health Beauty Care Department Manager
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Health Beauty Care Department Manager
Hy-Vee, Inc.
Kansas City, Kansas
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project & Program Management
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Graphic Department Assistant Manager
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Graphic Department Assistant Manager
LDF SUPPORT GROUP INC
Wichita, Kansas
Customer Service
Customer Support
Hospitality & Guest Services

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Hobby Lobby
Department Manager
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Department Manager
Hobby Lobby
Olathe, Kansas
Customer Service
Retail Banking & Branch Management
Sales
$20.15 - $21.15/hr
10,000+

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Floor & Decor
Assistant Department Manager (Deco)
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Assistant Department Manager (Deco)
Floor & Decor
Overland Park, Kansas
Inventory Control
Logistics & Inventory
Warehouse Operations
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Department Manager Jobs by City in Kansas

Where Kansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Wichita
4 jobs
Overland Park
2 jobs
Shawnee Mission
2 jobs
Olathe
1 job
Salina
1 job
Shawnee
1 job
Ulysses
1 job
Manhattan
1 job
McPherson
1 job

Department Manager Job Market in Kansas

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

Who's Hiring

Healthcare Services
Healthcare Services3 open roles
H&M
H&M2 open roles
Floor & Decor
Floor & Decor2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Retail

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 Healthcare Services, H&M, and Floor & Decor and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 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, Overland Park, and Shawnee Mission 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.

Are there remote department manager jobs in Kansas?

Yes, but they're rare. Department manager work typically requires on-site oversight of staff, inventory, or operations, making full remote arrangements uncommon. About 0% of department manager openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to cluster in administrative or project-based functions rather than direct operational management.

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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