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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Territory Sales Manager

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Territory Manager - North County Coast San Diego

  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 30+ days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Foster the customer relationship in a team based selling model. Manage deliveries to the routing schedule published by the transportation department;...

Territory Manager-North County San Diego

  • La Mirada, CA
  • 45+ days ago
  • La Mirada, CA
  • 45+ days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Foster the customer relationship in a team based selling model. Manage deliveries to the routing schedule published by the transportation department;...

Regional Sales Manager

  • Calabasas, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Calabasas, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Spirent Communications is looking for an energetic and driven Regional Sales Manager to support and grow our strategic relationship with Apple. This is an excellent opportunity for an early-career...

Group Sales Manager

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 hours ago

What you will be doing Conduct a successful, aggressive solicitation process involving outside sales calls, inside appointments, telephone calls, individual letter and direct mail. As a proactive...

Sales Manager (Part Time) - 24H210

  • Roseville, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Roseville, CA
  • 6 hours ago

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Field Training Sales Manager

  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 6 hours ago

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates. Consider the possibilities of joining a Great Place to Work! Develops a well-trained sales staff that meets or exceed all sales quotas,...

Technical Sales Manager

  • Fresno, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Fresno, CA
  • 9 hours ago

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Regional Sales Manager - West

  • Los Alamitos, CA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Los Alamitos, CA
  • 9 hours ago

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Territory Manager - Diagnostic (LA)

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

We believe that great healthcare is an essential safeguard of human dignity. A t Laborie, we know the work we do matters its what fuels our motivation and contributes to our success. If youre...

Sales Manager - Mens Department

  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 14 hours ago

Sales Manager - Men's Department Beverly Hills, California NEW Retail Sales Management Neiman Marcus 1 day ago Neiman Marcus Group is a relationship business that leads with love in everything we...

Sales Manager

  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 14 hours ago

The Sales and Service Manager (SSM) ensures the club delivers an outstanding and well-rounded sales and service experience to all guests and members through a compelling approach of offering...

Sales Manager - Beauty

  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Beverly Hills, CA
  • 15 hours ago

Sales Manager - Beauty Beverly Hills, California NEW Retail Sales Management Neiman Marcus 1 day ago Neiman Marcus Group is a relationship business that leads with love in everything we do for our...

Region Sales Manager

  • Pleasanton, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Pleasanton, CA
  • 15 hours ago

Clorox is the place that's committed to growth - for our people and our brands. Guided by our purpose and values, and with people at the center of everything we do, we believe every one of us can...

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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
42.0%
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 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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