Area Manager Jobs in Wilmington, DE

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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Catering Sales Manager

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 10 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 10 days ago

Catering Sales Manager Job Reference Number: 31204 Employment Type: Full-Time, Onsite Segment: Dining & Events Brand: Constellation State: Pennsylvania (US-PA) The Role at a glance: We are looking...

Inside Sales Manager

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 6 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 6 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...

Customer Sales Account Manager

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 18 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 18 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...

General Manager/Sales Manager

  • West Chester, PA (14 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 7 hours ago
  • West Chester, PA (14 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 7 hours ago

Our mission is to Move the World. It starts with you! Mission: To grow the College Hunks Hauling Junk and Moving to be one of the top franchise locations in the county over the next 3-5 years as...

Commercial Sales Manager

  • Kennett Square, PA (14 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Kennett Square, PA (14 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 8 hours 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...

Sales Manager, Managed IT & Security Services- Virtual

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 11 hours ago

About the Role Are you a dynamic sales leader with a passion for IT solutions and managed security services? Join our team as the Sales Manager, Managed IT and Security Services and play a pivotal...

Sales Manager

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 11 hours ago

Sales Manager Job Locations US-MD-Baltimore | US-PA-Philadelphia Primary Posting Location : City Baltimore Primary Posting Location : State/Province MD Primary Posting Location : Postal Code 21205...

Sales Manager - 1262

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 11 hours ago

Sales Manager - 1262 DESCRIPTION/RESPONSIBILITIES: We are excited to welcome a new Sales Manager to own and manage the part of our Northeast region around Pennsylvania, Maryland, Delaware,...

District Sales Manager - PA, NY and New England

  • Chesterbrook, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chesterbrook, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 2 days ago

Job Details Division: Kirby Building Systems LLC Location: Connecticut, Maine, Massachusetts, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Vermont Basic Job Functions: The...

ClearCorrect Territory Manager

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 2 days ago

Philadelphia, PA Remote Job 19 Jun 2... Summary Philadelphia, PA Remote Job Competitive Salary 3 Years Experience High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED) No Commisssion 40.00 hours...

District Sales Manager Mid Atlantic

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 2 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 2 days ago

District Sales Manager Mid Atlantic Requisition ID 12538 Global Function Sales Location USA, Pennsylvania, Philadelphia Apply Now District Sales Manager- Med Device Territory: Pittsburgh, West...

District Sales Manager, Specialty Care CVRM-Cleveland, OH - R-229319-3919

  • Wilmington, DE
  • 3 days ago
  • Wilmington, DE
  • 3 days ago

District Sales Manager, Specialty Care CVRM-Cleveland, OH - R-... at AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals LP (AZPLP) in Wilmington, Delaware, United States Job Description At AstraZeneca, we turn ideas...

Sales Manager

  • Hockessin, DE (10 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 3 days ago
  • Hockessin, DE (10 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 3 days ago

This job was posted by : For more information, please see: **SALES MANAGER** **Company:**Brookdale Senior Living **Location:**Hockessin, US-DE 19707 **Req Number:**281834 Brookdale Hockessin is...

District Supervisor

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 4 days ago

Overview District Supervisor SPAR is looking for a results-oriented candidate with excellent interpersonal skills for the position of District Supervisor. District Supervisors assist in the...

Senior Sales Manager

  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 4 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA (24 miles from Wilmington, DE)
  • 4 days ago

Overview Opportunity: Senior Sales Manager Manage accounts to achieve guest satisfaction and to solicit past and new business ensuring all revenue goals are achieved or exceeded. Potential Career...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Wilmington, DE

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Wilmington, DE 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 Wilmington, DE
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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