Area Manager Jobs in Connecticut

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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Sales Manager, Beauty & Home USCAN

  • CT
  • 1 hour ago
  • CT
  • 1 hour ago

Commercial Lead / Senior Regional Manager is responsible for developing and growing the Beauty & Home (B&H) sales in the US/Canada markets. With the focus on generating new business and a strong...

Regional Operations Manager - Newark, NJ (In Field/Remote)

  • Darien, CT
  • 8 hours ago
  • Darien, CT
  • 8 hours ago

Who We Are: At OPENLANE we make wholesale easy so our customers can be more successful. Were a technology company building the worlds most advancedand uncomplicateddigital marketplace for used...

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Regional Director- Connecticut

  • Milford, CT
  • 11 hours ago
  • Milford, CT
  • 11 hours ago

Exciting Opportunity: Regional Director HVAC Company** **Location:** Connecticut (with travel to Massachusetts, Florida, New Jersey, and other locations as needed) **Salary:** $150,000 +...

Territory Manager - Oklahoma City

  • Hartford, CT
  • 12 hours ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 12 hours ago

Position Overview** **Territory Manager - Oklahoma City - Remote** As a member of our sales team, you will sell portable ultrasound systems in a consultative, professional and high velocity sales...

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Location: Anywhere in Country At EY, were all in to shape your future with confidence. Well help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you...

Territory Manager - Norwich & New London, CT

  • Storrs, CT
  • 16 hours ago
  • Storrs, CT
  • 16 hours ago

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! Join Our Team as a Territory Manager - Where Passion Meets...

Dell Regional Sales Manager

  • Hartford, CT
  • 17 hours ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 17 hours ago

Job Type: Regular Work Location: Market - DELLFSM - Hartford, CT Overview: 2020 Companies has a full-time remote Regional Sales Manager opportunity representing our client, Dell! 2020 Companies is...

Corporate Partnership Sales Manager

  • Uncasville, CT
  • 17 hours ago
  • Uncasville, CT
  • 17 hours ago

JOIN OUR TEAM AND EXPERIENCE ENDLESS CAREER POSSIBILITIES IF YOU ARE AN EXISTING TEAM MEMBER, PLEASE CLICK THE FOLLOWING LINK TO BE TAKEN TO THE INTERNAL CAREER SITE: MOHEGAN INTERNAL CAREER SITE...

Front Desk Sales Manager

  • South Windsor, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • South Windsor, CT
  • 1 day ago

Overview Where Better Careers Begin! Massage Envy South Windsor 400 Evergreen Way Suite 416South Windsor, CT 0607... Are you a natural leader who loves to inspire others to succeed? At the Massage...

Sr Sales Manager, Informatics

  • Milford, CT
  • 1 day ago
  • Milford, CT
  • 1 day ago

Overview Waters is looking for an Informatics Sales Manager who has been a proven leader to lead our North American Informatics sales team. This is a great opportunity to lead a team of...

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Regional Sales Director - Hartford, CT

  • Hartford, CT
  • 2 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 2 days ago

Company overview: As the nation’s largest privately held third party employee benefits administrator, TASC has a mission to improve the health, wealth and well-being of its customers, employees...

Territory Manager - Hartford, CT

  • Norwich, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Norwich, CT
  • 3 days ago

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! Join Our Team as a Territory Manager - Where Passion Meets...

Territory Manager, Diabetes (Hartford, CT)

  • Hartford, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Hartford, CT
  • 3 days ago

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 18 Jul 2025 At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare...

Sales Manager

  • Stratford, CT
  • 3 days ago
  • Stratford, CT
  • 3 days ago

We are Aaron’s - an industry leader in the sales and lease-to-own retail industry known for quality brand names and superior customer service. We provide our team members the opportunity to reach...

Sales Manager - Graduate Storrs

  • Storrs, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Storrs, CT
  • 4 days ago

Schulte Companies is seeking an energetic, experienced, and hands on Sales Manager to join our team at Graduate by Hilton Storrs! Schulte Companies is an organization whose success is rooted in...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Connecticut

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Connecticut 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 Connecticut
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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