Hierarchy view
department manager
Description
Code
1219.4
Description
Department managers are responsible for the operations of a certain division or department of a company. They ensure objectives and goals are reached and manage employees.
Alternative Labels
business unit coordinator
business unit manager
department coordinator
department manager
division manager
unit director
unit manager
Regulatory Aspect
To see if and how this occupation is regulated in EU Member States, EEA countries or Switzerland please consult the Regulated Professions Database of the Commission. Regulated Professions Database:
Skills & Competences
Essential Skills and Competences
abide by business ethical code of conducts
assume responsibility for the management of a business
collaborate in company's daily operations
conclude business agreements
create a financial plan
ensure lawful business operations
exercise stewardship
follow company standards
liaise with managers
manage staff
plan health and safety procedures
report on overall management of a business
strive for company growth
Essential Knowledge
Optional Skills and Competences
align efforts towards business development
analyse business objectives
analyse business plans
analyse business processes
analyse financial risk
analyse market financial trends
apply business acumen
build business relationships
control financial resources
create a financial report
create a work atmosphere of continuous improvement
describe the financial situation of a region
develop an organisational structure
develop company strategies
develop organisational policies
develop professional network
develop revenue generation strategies
establish communication with foreign cultures
evaluate performance of organisational collaborators
execute marketing plan
follow the statutory obligations
hire new personnel
impart business plans to collaborators
integrate headquarter's guidelines into local operations
integrate strategic foundation in daily performance
interact with the board of directors
keep updated on the political landscape
liaise with local authorities
maintain relationship with customers
make strategic business decisions
manage budgets
manage contracts
manage financial risk
manage office facility systems
negotiate with stakeholders
oversee quality control
plan medium to long term objectives
prepare financial statements
prospect new regional contracts
shape corporate culture
shape organisational teams based on competencies
share good practices across subsidiaries
show an exemplary leading role in an organisation
speak different languages
synthesise financial information
track key performance indicators
Optional Knowledge
accounting
banking activities
business law
business loans
business management principles
business process modelling
corporate law
cost management
financial forecasting
financial jurisdiction
financial management
financial statements
human resource management
international trade
market entry planning
marketing management
marketing principles
project management
subsidiary operations
supply chain management
Concept URI
Status
released
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