There are several levels of management to shoot for
Another job just might be waiting for you — a job that comes with the fat paycheck and all the scrumptious perks you deserve. The name for this job is “manager.” Just ask Alison Doyle.
Doyle’s post on The Balance Careers website gives you all the information you require to nab a high-paying career in management. This is a good thing since
“skilled managers are always in demand and can command lucrative salaries.”
According to Doyle, there are three types of managers.
• At the highest rung of the managerial ladder are “top-level managers or senior management.” These managers “are responsible for charting the company’s path.” To walk off with one of these positions, “the ability to inspire is crucial.” And now you know why toplevel managers receive large salaries, lucrative stock options and bonuses.
• Middle managers are the second type of managers. It’s the job of middle-level managers to implement the ideas of top-level managers. That’s why they need “strong problem-solving skills.” How else could anyone implement the stream of often-challenging ideas coming from those at the top?
• The lowest managerial caste is inhabited by direct supervisors. These entry-level positions are extremely important in a company. And if you’re willing to be always ready to put your head — and your career — on the chopping block, the life of a direct supervisor could be for you.
Once she explained the taxonomy of managers, Doyle focused on some common management jobs, such as administrative services manager. This powerful person’s job is to “maintain the facility and manage the office’s regular needs.”
The compensation and benefits manager follows the money, as it makes its way into the pockets of the toplevel executives. This manager will also “choose company health plans each year.” If you wonder why your plan has a $20,000 deductible and is only in effect when you are traveling in Norway, talk to the compensation and benefits manager.
The IT manager is in charge of a company’s technological needs and determines “if there are any weaknesses in the system.” Once a weakness is spotted, this manager’s job is to provide compelling entertainment options for the IT staff.
Financial managers are always VIPs since they “help leaders identify cost savings solutions and efficiency optimizations to increase profits.” In other words, they decide who keeps their job and who doesn’t.
To aid in your search, Doyle also provides a helpful A-to-Z list of common managerial position titles. Unfortunately, between accounting manager and warehouse and inventory control manager, it is not easy to find a position that sounds attractive. I did warm up to senior manager, space management because I am convinced that there is life on Saturn — and they’re hiring.
Restaurant manager also sounds good, as you’d get first choice when it comes to sampling the entrees. Branch manager is also attractive.
If the idea of becoming a manager is appealing to you, then demand that promotion and go for it to further your career.