Area Manager Jobs in Irvine, CA

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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Regional Sales Manager

  • Yorba Linda, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Yorba Linda, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

Job Description: Job Description As the Regional Sales Manager (RSM) you will provide strategic direction and support for a team of Territory Sales Managers (TSMs) for assigned brands and...

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Commercial Sales Manager

  • Norwalk, CA (21 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Norwalk, CA (21 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 15 hours ago

The Commercial Sales Manager is responsible for driving the commercial sales within their AutoZone location. The CSM develops and maintains positive relationships with commercial customers by...

TYLin is a globally recognized, full-service infrastructure consulting firm committed to providing innovative, cost-effective, constructible designs for the global infrastructure market. With over...

Branch Territory Manager

  • Santa Fe Springs, CA (21 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Santa Fe Springs, CA (21 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 20 hours ago

Kaeser Compressors, Inc. is one of the largest and most successful suppliers of industrial compressed air and vacuum systems with nearly 7,000 employees worldwide. Our primary goal is providing...

Title: Frontline Sales Manager - Anaheim, CA

  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 22 hours ago

We Put the World on Vacation Travel + Leisure Co. is the world's leading vacation ownership and travel membership company, with a dynamic and growing portfolio of resort, travel club, and...

Inside Sales Manager - Regional Tier 3/4 ISP's

  • Irvine, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Headquartered in the United States, TP-Link Systems Inc. is a global provider of reliable networking devices and smart home products, consistently ranked as the world's top provider of Wi-Fi...

Assistant Regional Manager Retail Marketing III

  • Irvine, CA
  • 22 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 22 hours ago

Area Directors play a crucial role in our Retail Marketing team, which promotes and sells our affordable, family-friendly vacation packages through retail locations at Bass Pro Shops and Cabela's...

Treasury Management Regional Sales Manager

  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 1 day ago

Treasury Management Regional Sales Manager Corporate Treasury Tacoma, Washington Encino, California Portland, Oregon Redding, California Roseville, California Hillsboro, Oregon Irvine, California...

Frontline Sales Manager - Anaheim, CA

  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 1 day ago

We Put the World on Vacation Travel + Leisure Co. is the worlds leading vacation ownership and travel membership company, with a dynamic and growing portfolio of resort, travel club, and lifestyle...

Sales Manager

  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ontario, CA (22 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago

We are seeking an experienced Automotive Sales Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of success in sales management and experience specifically with Nissan,...

Area Sales Manager II, Residential HVAC - REQ # 1299

  • Cypress, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cypress, CA (17 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC is looking for a Area Sales Manager II, Residential in the Portland Metro area. The purpose of the Area Sales Manager is to grow market share of Mitsubishi...

Field Sales Manager

  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago

As a Plumbing Sales Manager, you will be responsible for overseeing and managing the sales activities related to plumbing products and services. Your primary objective will be to drive sales...

District Sales Manager - Norwalk, CA

  • Norwalk, CA (21 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Norwalk, CA (21 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 2 days ago

This position is responsible for customer management and administration activities in the assigned district to ensure our customer service expectations and the Region's objectives are achieved....

Sales Manager, Costa Mesa CA

  • Costa Mesa, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Costa Mesa, CA (10 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Are you a good match? The ideal candidate for this role will be responsible for a range of duties including elevating client experiences, driving sales, and developing a client development...

Territory Manager II

  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Anaheim, CA (13 miles from Irvine, CA)
  • 4 days ago

For the past 162 years, Swisher has been an industry leader known for its iconic products and commitment to high quality standards. With a rich history, Swisher serves adult consumers through a...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Irvine, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Irvine, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.3%
High School or GED
18.2%
Associate's Degree
14.3%
Master's Degree
11.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.8%
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 Irvine, CA
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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