Department Manager Jobs in Texas

Department Manager jobs in Texas are in high demand, with consistent openings across retail, healthcare, logistics, and manufacturing sectors at every level from front-line supervisor to senior operations manager. Houston, Dallas, and San Antonio are the largest hiring markets, where established employers like H-E-B, Amazon, and Target maintain significant management footprints across their Texas operations. The most sought-after specialties are retail operations, distribution center management, and healthcare department oversight. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles97
Top employerFloor & Decor
Top cityFort Worth, TX
Cities hiring36
Work type58% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Aluminum Maintenance Systems of Texas
Houston, Texas
Account Management
Customer Service
Customer Support

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Floor & Decor
Assistant Department Manager (Installation Materials)
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Assistant Department Manager (Installation Materials)
Floor & Decor
Austin, Texas
Customer Service
Retail Banking Associate
Warehouse Operations
High school diploma or GED
10,000+

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Whole Foods Market
Prepared Foods Associate Team Leader (Culinary & Deli Assistant Department Manager)
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Prepared Foods Associate Team Leader (Culinary & Deli Assistant Department Manager)
Whole Foods Market
Fort Worth, Texas
Customer Service
Customer Support
$19.05 - $33.2/hr
10,000+

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IES Communications
Department Manager
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Department Manager
IES Communications
Fort Worth, Texas
Logistics & Fleet Management
Procurement & Supply Chain
Supply Chain
Warehouse Operations
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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KBR
Engineering Department Manager
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Engineering Department Manager
KBR
Houston, Texas
Engineering (Non-Software)
Project Management
Technical Program Management
Bachelor's degree in engineering
10,000+

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Department Manager Jobs by City in Texas

Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Fort Worth
15 jobs
Austin
9 jobs
San Antonio
5 jobs
Midland
3 jobs
Waco
2 jobs
Plano
2 jobs
Tyler
2 jobs

Department Manager Job Market in Texas

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

Who's Hiring

  • Floor & Decor
    Floor & Decor16
  • Whole Foods Market
    Whole Foods Market13
  • McDonald's
    McDonald's11
  • Terracon Consultants
    Terracon Consultants5
  • AECOM
    AECOM3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Technology & Software
  • Government & Public Sector
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Consulting & Professional Services

What Texas Employers Look For

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

  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, management, or a related field preferred
  • Three or more years of supervisory or team leadership experience in a relevant industry
  • Demonstrated ability to manage budgets, control costs, and meet operational targets
  • Experience with scheduling, performance reviews, and disciplinary processes for direct reports
  • Proficiency with inventory management systems, POS platforms, or operations software
  • Strong communication skills and ability to coordinate with cross-functional teams and vendors

Department Manager Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a department manager in Texas?

Most Texas employers require a bachelor's degree in business, operations, or a field relevant to the industry, along with several years of frontline or supervisory experience. Department manager roles in Texas do not require a state-issued license in most industries, though healthcare settings may require relevant clinical credentials through the Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation or the Texas Medical Board. Advancement typically follows a path from individual contributor or team lead into an assistant manager role before moving into full department management.

Which companies hire department managers in Texas?

Texas department manager roles are posted by Floor & Decor, Whole Foods Market, and McDonald's and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Texas's concentration of large retail headquarters, major distribution hubs, and expanding healthcare systems means consistent department manager openings across both corporate and operations-side roles throughout the state.

Which Texas cities have the most department manager jobs?

Fort Worth, Houston, and Dallas have the most department manager openings in Texas right now. Houston's dominance reflects its scale as the state's largest city with deep employer density in energy, healthcare, and logistics, while Dallas draws high volumes from its retail corporate headquarters and distribution corridors, and San Antonio's steady growth is anchored by large healthcare systems and military-linked operations employers.

Are there remote department manager jobs in Texas?

Yes, but they're rare. Department management is fundamentally an on-site role that involves direct staff oversight, floor operations, and physical inventory or facility accountability, which limits remote options significantly. About 42% of department manager openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be concentrated in digital operations, e-commerce, or back-office administrative management rather than traditional retail or warehouse environments.

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

The most realistic entry path is through an assistant manager or shift supervisor role at a large Texas retailer or distribution employer, where internal promotion tracks are well-established. H-E-B, Target, and Amazon all run structured leadership development programs at their Texas locations that are designed to move high-performing associates into management. Building experience in adjacent roles like team lead, department specialist, or operations coordinator, combined with a completed business degree or a credential from a Texas community college management program, significantly strengthens a candidate's profile for a first department manager role.

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

You can find and apply to department manager jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Texas openings updated regularly. Search for roles that match your industry background and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit. No account or profile creation is required to see the listings.

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