Area Manager Jobs in Washington, DC

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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Commercial Regional Director - East

  • Zimmer Biomet
  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Alexandria, VA (5 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 1 hour ago

Uses market research to develop regional product growth strategy that includes customer segmentation, development of new products / services, and increased market penetration for short, medium, and...

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Regional Supervisor, OnSite Operations - Fairfax, VA

  • Stryker
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 hour ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 hour ago

GENERAL DESCRIPTION: Responsible for the day to day performance of all ProCare OnSite Specialists within the region, including customer engagement and collaboration with Sales to further...

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Territory Manager

  • 2020 Companies
  • Laurel, MD (16 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Laurel, MD (16 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 17 hours ago

Job Type: Regular Work Location: Market - AMRET - MD - Baltimore 258 Overview: 2020 Companies is hiring Territory Managers who are experts in brand advocacy and merchant visits! Schedule: Monday -...

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Retail Territory Manager - Washington DC

  • Stanley Black & Decker
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 1 day ago

You also have: 3-5 years of Retail Sales Experience in Consumer Goods Industry....

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Formwork Specialist (Territory Manager) Civil

  • Economy Forms Corp
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 2 days ago

Step Into a High-Impact Formwork Specialist Role with EFCO Are you a driven, construction-minded professional with a passion for building concrete structures and making a lasting impact in the...

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Regional Director, Enterprise Sales

  • Altana AI
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 3 days ago

Altana is the network for trusted trade. Our AI-powered product network empowers governments and businesses to build a more resilient and secure global economy while keeping trade flowing. The...

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Part Sales Manager Full Time

  • AutoZone, Inc.
  • Falls Church, VA (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 3 days ago
  • Falls Church, VA (6 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 3 days ago

Communication Maintain clear, effective interactions with both customers and employees, ensuring smooth store operations and positive experiences....

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McDonald's Area Supervisor

  • McDonald's
  • Springfield, VA (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Springfield, VA (14 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 7 days ago

This job posting is for a position in a restaurant owned and operated by an independent franchisee and not McDonalds USA. This franchisee owns a license to use McDonalds logos and food products,...

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Part Sales Manager - Part Time

  • AutoZone, Inc.
  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Herndon, VA (19 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 8 days ago

Communication - Maintain clear, effective interactions with both customers and employees, ensuring smooth store operations and positive experiences....

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Sales Manager

  • Ulta Beauty, Inc.
  • Capitol Heights, MD (10 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 8 days ago
  • Capitol Heights, MD (10 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 8 days ago

OVERVIEW Experience a place of energy, passion, and excitement. A place where the joy of discovery and uncommon artistry blend to create exhilarating buying experiences-for true beauty...

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Federal Public Sector Manager

  • Devo
  • Washington, DC
  • 12 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 12 days ago

Federal / Public Sector Manager US (m/f/d) Location: Washington DC / East Coast preferred About Strike48 Strike48 is building a new layer in cybersecurity: agentic log intelligence. We help...

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Regional Director GHE

  • 102 Musarubra US, LLC
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Fairfax, VA (22 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 14 days ago

Regional Director GHE About Trellix Trellix is a global company redefining the future of cybersecurity. The company's comprehensive, open, and native cybersecurity platform helps organizations...

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District Leader/Regional Director

  • Gregorys Coffee
  • Washington, DC
  • 15 days ago
  • Washington, DC
  • 15 days ago

Gregorys Coffee is looking to hire an amazing District Leader to join our team! Gregorys Coffee is a family run company that puts people first. Joining our team means joining a community of...

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Territory Manager II

  • Swisher
  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 16 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 16 days ago

For the past 162 years, Swisher has been an industry leader known for its iconic products and commitment to high quality standards. With a rich history, Swisher serves adult consumers through a...

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Regional Business Manager - Coffee Sales (Pittsburgh)

  • Nestle
  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 25 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (3 miles from Washington, DC)
  • 25 days ago

The Nestle Professional Solutions at Nestle USA leverages its position as the world's largest food and beverage company to bring brands that you enjoy in your home, to other areas of your life...

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Demographic Data for Washington, DC

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Washington, DC

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Washington, DC offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.5%
High School or GED
17.1%
Associate's Degree
14.0%
Master's Degree
12.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.6%
Some College
4.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Area Managers in Washington, DC
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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