Area Manager Jobs in Ventura, 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 Territory Sales Manager

  • Camarillo, CA (17 miles from Ventura, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Camarillo, CA (17 miles from Ventura, CA)
  • 2 days ago

The Inside Territory Sales Manager actively engages with COD House Accounts to grow sales and build a higher degree of customer loyalty. Increases sales of HVAC products to smaller accounts...

Design Center Leader / Sales Manager

  • Oxnard, CA (12 miles from Ventura, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Oxnard, CA (12 miles from Ventura, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Named America's #1 Premium Furniture Retailer by Newsweek, Ethan Allen is a leading interior design destination combining state-of-the-art technology with personal service. After more than 90...

Inside Sales Manager

  • Ventura, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Ventura, 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
  • 6 days ago
  • Ventura, 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...

Inside Sales Manager

  • Ventura, CA (8 miles from Ventura, CA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Ventura, CA (8 miles from Ventura, CA)
  • 8 days ago

A position at White Cap isnt your ordinary job. Youll 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

  • Ventura, CA
  • 10 days ago
  • Ventura, 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
  • 12 days ago
  • Ventura, 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 (20 miles from Ventura, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA (20 miles from Ventura, 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 (20 miles from Ventura, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA (20 miles from Ventura, 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 (20 miles from Ventura, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Santa Barbara, CA (20 miles from Ventura, 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 /...

Sales Manager

  • Oxnard, CA (12 miles from Ventura, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Oxnard, CA (12 miles from Ventura, CA)
  • 16 days ago

We are not a discount seller) Store Operations and Inventory Management: Use of analytics/ insights to build sales associates selling development plans....

Territory Manager

  • Camarillo, CA (17 miles from Ventura, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Camarillo, CA (17 miles from Ventura, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Job Type: Regular Work Location: Market - AMRET - CA - Los Angeles 120 Overview: 2020 Companies is hiring Territory Managers who are experts in brand advocacy and merchant visits! Schedule: Monday...

Product Sales Manager

  • Santa Paula, CA (14 miles from Ventura, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Santa Paula, CA (14 miles from Ventura, CA)
  • 19 days ago

Work with area managers, regional engineers, and business development managers to create and advance technical presentations....

Remote Work

Regional Sales Director, Screening Sales (North Pacific)

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

Remote Work

Commercial Sales Manager

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

Demographic Data for Ventura, CA

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Ventura, CA

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Ventura, 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 Ventura, 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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