Area Manager Jobs in California

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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ForTec Medical

Territory Sales Manager

Company Description ForTec is an industry leader, dedicated to improving patient health by delivering innovative surgical technologies to our healthcare customers on demand. Our dedicated team...

The Arc of San Diego

Landscaping Services Division Manager

The Arc of San Diego is the largest, most comprehensive provider of services to children and adults with disabilities in San Diego County. We are a diverse team of dedicated individuals who are...

Territory Manager, Surgical Pain - Southern California (Los Angeles / Orange County)

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 14 hours ago

Ideal candidates for this position are experienced sales professionals with a background in selling Orthopedic, Spine, Anesthesia, Trauma, or Sports Medicine products in a surgical setting....

Territory Manager - Monterey Peninsula

  • Livermore, CA
  • 13 days ago
  • Livermore, CA
  • 13 days ago

Join Our Team as a Territory Manager Where Passion Meets Opportunity! Are you ready to build relationships, drive sales, and make a meaningful impact in the foodservice industry? At US Foods, were...

Inside Sales Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago

Quill is a valuable part of the Staples family of brands. Since 1956, Quill has held its position as a leader in office supplies. Acquired by Staples in 1998, Quill delivers the essential...

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Direct Sales Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 26 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 26 days ago

Sales Management Daily field hours: 2:30pm - 8:30pm Qualifications: 3+ years of Outside Sales experience, supervisory preferred Ability to work efficiently with technical devices including laptops,...

Account Sales Manager

  • San Gabriel, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • San Gabriel, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Reporting to the District Sales Manager, the Account Sales Manager's (ASM) primary function is to perform outside sales of product inventory while driving an assigned route of accounts. You will...

District Sales Manager

  • La Mirada, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • La Mirada, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Reporting to the General Sales Manager, the District Sales Manager (DSM) is responsible for leading a group of Account Sales Managers (ASMs) that are accountable for in-store execution for a set...

West CVI Regional Sales Manager - Southern CA

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Additional Location(s): US-CA-Orange County Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance At Boston Scientific, well give you the opportunity to...

Regional Sales Manager

  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Sacramento, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Overview K-Designers - Regional Sales Manager Location: Sacramento ( Rancho Cordova) First-Year OTE: $200,000$225,000+ (uncapped) We are Growing Are You? K-Designers is one of the largest and most...

Commercial Insurance Sales Manager - WA or CA

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 hours ago

We are Farmers! We are more than just your favorite commercials. At Farmers, we strive to deliver peace of mind to our customers by providing protection and comprehensive advice and delivering in...

Remote Work

Sales Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 9 hours ago

Our F45 family is looking for a fitness enthusiast that is interested in growing a presence for fitness and community around San Diego. We are looking for a superstar sales professional. Someone...

Sales Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 9 hours ago

Job Description Summary The Sales Manager (SM) executes the sales strategy of the hotel, as defined by the Director of Sales, to ensure that occupancy, average daily rate and market share goals...

Area Sales Manager, ENT - Orange County

  • Irvine, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Irvine, CA
  • 9 hours ago

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 7 Jul 2025 At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare...

District Sales Manager - Chico/Redding

  • Redding, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Redding, CA
  • 10 hours ago

We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in California

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in California 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 California
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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