Area Manager Jobs in Little Rock, AR

An Area Manager in the retail industry is responsible for managing and overseeing the operations of several stores within a specific geographical area. They develop and implement strategies to increase sales, improve customer service, and ensure that all stores are adhering to the company's standards and policies. Area Managers also monitor market trends, analyze sales data, provide training and support to store managers, ensure compliance with health and safety regulations, and liaise with senior management to report on store performance and implement company initiatives.

Required skills for an Area Manager include strong leadership and organizational abilities, excellent communication and interpersonal skills, problem-solving capabilities, and proficiency in data analysis and reporting. Furthermore, they should have a deep understanding of retail management and customer service principles. A bachelor's degree in business or a related field is typically required, and professional certification in retail management, such as the Certified Retail Professional (CRP) credential, can be beneficial. Prior to becoming an Area Manager, a person may hold roles such as Store Manager, Assistant Store Manager, or Retail Supervisor.

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State Market Manager AR

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago

Join Our Team: State Market Manager at United Wine & Spirits At United Wine & Spirits, we're passionate about crafting tomorrow's classics, one sip at a time. As a wine and spirits industry...

Regional Retail Director - Central Arkansas

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 1 day ago

Regional Retail Director - Central Arkansas Southern Bancorp - 3.9 Little Rock, AR Job Details Full-time Estimated: $115K - $154K a year 18 hours ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance...

District Retail Manager (MS/LA/AR) - Indian Motorcycle & Slingshot

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 2 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 2 days ago

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our...

Territory Manager-Remote

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 4 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 4 days ago

Priority1 strives to go beyond simply offering jobs. We foster careers by creating a great working environment for our team members. We hire talented individuals who will provide the best support...

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Area Supervisor

  • North Little Rock, AR (10 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 8 days ago
  • North Little Rock, AR (10 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 8 days ago

Our values start with our people, join a team that values you! Bring your talents to Ross, our leading off-price retail chain with over 2,200 stores, and a strong track record of success and...

Regional Sales Manager

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 9 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 9 days ago

Regional Sales Manager Regional Sales Manager BH Job ID: BH-2716-15 SF Job Req ID: Regional Sales Manager Ingersoll Rand is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive...

District Manager - Wireless

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 17 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 17 days ago

DESCRIPTION Drive sales through personalized wireless solutions and customer education. Premium Retail Services operates in more than 1300 Walmart Supercenter locations across North America, with...

Sr. Market Manager Total Ankle - East Southeast

  • Benton, AR (23 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 22 days ago
  • Benton, AR (23 miles from Little Rock, AR)
  • 22 days ago

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient's mobility is enhanced...

Cardiac Sales Manager: Arkansas

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 23 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 23 days ago

Cardiac Sales Manager: Arkansas at AtriCure, Inc in Little Rock, Arkansas, United States Job Description Who We Are AtriCure, Inc. provides innovative technologies for the treatment of Afib and...

Territory Sales Manager - Bilingual

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 26 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 26 days ago

About Us International Money Express (NASDAQ: IMXI) is a dynamic, fast-paced, and innovative fintech and digital services company specializing in wire transfer and financial products for...

Sales Manager (Part Time) - 24H210

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 28 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 28 days ago

Employee Type: Regular If you are a CURRENT Carters employee, you MUST apply through the Internal Career Link within the My Career & Performance app in Workday. Do not apply using the below...

District Retail Manager - Central Plains

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 29 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 29 days ago

At Polaris Inc., we have fun doing what we love by driving change and innovation. We empower employees to take on challenging assignments and roles with an elevated level of responsibility in our...

Regional Sales Manager - Inpro WT

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 29 days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 29 days ago

Regional Sales Manager - Inpro WT InPro Corporation United States, Arkansas, Little Rock Jun 09, 2025 Description If you are looking to join the fastest-growing sales department at Inpro, which is...

Senior Sales Manager, North America Liquid Handling (REMOTE, USA)

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 30+ days ago

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At Beckman Coulter Life Sciences, one of Danaher's...

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District Sales Manager [REMOTE]

  • Little Rock, AR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • 30+ days ago

District Sales Manager [REMOTE] Iteris life insurance, 401(k) United States, Arkansas, Little Rock Jun 05, 2025 We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven District Sales Manager to lead sales...

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Demographic Data for Little Rock, AR

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Little Rock, AR

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRetail research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Little Rock, AR offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.3%
High School or GED
18.3%
Associate's Degree
14.3%
Master's Degree
11.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.9%
Some College
4.3%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Area Managers in Little Rock, AR
4-6 years
24.4%
2-4 years
22.1%
10+ years
14.4%
8-10 years
13.0%
1-2 years
11.3%
6-8 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
5.1%
None
1.1%


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