Area Manager Jobs in Santa Barbara, 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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Inside Sales Manager

  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 6 days ago

A position at White Cap isn't your ordinary job. You'll work in an exciting and diverse environment, meet interesting people, and have a variety of career opportunities. The White Cap family is...

District Sales Manager Trainee

  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 6 days ago

Join the California Dairies, Inc. (CDI) team, a farmer-owned cooperative dedicated to sustainably producing the highest quality dairy products while fostering a culture of innovation and...

District Sales Manager

  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 10 days ago

Join the leading beverage provider, Reyes Coca-Cola Bottling! Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K Match, PTO, Education Reimbursement Salary: $81,360-101,700 plus annual target bonus If you...

District Sales Manager - Ventura County, San Fernando Valley

  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 12 days ago
  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 12 days ago

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! Lead a group of TMs to achieve Division sales, penetration...

Breast Surgery Territory Manager - Fresno, CA

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 13 days ago

Breast Surgery Territory Manager - Fresno, CA Fresno, CA, United States Santa Barbara, CA, United States Los Angeles, CA, United States Bakersfield, CA, United States At Hologic, we're an...

Sales Manager 2

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 13 days ago

JOB SUMMARY The position is accountable for proactively soliciting and handling sales opportunities. Ensures business is turned over properly and in a timely fashion for proper service delivery....

Quality Control, Training, and Field Manager

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 16 days ago

Would you like a new career where you get training and have an opportunity to advance? Do you want to stop working crazy hours and have some flexibility in your schedule? As a Field Manager /...

Regional Sales Director, Screening Sales (North Pacific)

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 22 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 22 days ago

Company Description Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on guarding wellness and giving every person more time free from cancer. Founded in 2012, Guardant is...

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Commercial Sales Manager

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 30+ days 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...

IU Senior Territory Manager- Santa Barbara

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Expected Travel : Up to 50% Requisition ID : 12032 Interventional Urology The Interventional Urology business unit of Teleflex is dedicated to developing innovative, minimally invasive and...

Sales District Leader Trainee - Ventura, CA

  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

Overview We are PepsiCo Sales. We are game changers, mountain movers and history makers. We are a diverse group, spread among 200 countries and united by a shared set of values and goals. That's...

Area Supervisor

  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Our values start with our people, join a team that values you! We are the nation's largest off-price retailer with over 2,000 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has...

Sales Manager - Channel

  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

Overview As a District Sales Leader, you will spearhead our efforts to expand our client base and drive revenue growth. You will achieve this by executing strategic sales and marketing programs....

Territory Manager

  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Ventura, CA (20 miles from Santa Barbara, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

the insurance, fuel, and maintenance, and various technological tools necessary to successfully operate an assigned sales territory, including but not limited to designated mobile devices (tablets, ipad...

Regional Sales Manager, Mid-West

  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA
  • 45+ days ago

Job Type Full-time Description SUMMARY: Under the direct supervision of the Vice President of U.S. Sales, the Regional Sales Manager is responsible for the revenue growth and profitability of the...

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Demographic Data for Santa Barbara, CA

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Santa Barbara, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Santa Barbara, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.0%
High School or GED
18.6%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
Master's Degree
11.2%
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 Santa Barbara, 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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