Area Manager Jobs in Sarasota, FL

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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District Sales Manager

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 5 hours ago

Who We Are: Coca-Cola Beverages Florida, LLC (Coke Florida) is a family-owned independent Coca-Cola bottler that is the third largest privately-held and the sixth largest independent Coca-Cola...

Territory Manager - Bradenton/Sarasota FL

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 5 hours ago

The Kestra team has over 400 years of experience in the external and internal cardiac medical device markets. The company was founded in 2014 by industry leaders inspired by the opportunity to...

Area Supervisor

  • University Park, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 6 hours ago
  • University Park, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 6 hours ago

Our values start with our people, join a team that values you! We are the nation's largest off-price retailer with over 2,000 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has...

Regional Director

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 4 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 4 days ago

Job Opportunity: Regional Director, Condominium Associates About Us: Condominium Associates has been a leader in managing condominium and homeowner associations in the Tampa Bay area since 1982....

Territory Manager - Sarasota, FL

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 5 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 5 days ago

Primary Role / Job Purpose The Territory Manager's primary role is to represent the Optinose novel product, XHANCE (fluticasone propionate) nasal spray, approved for the treatment of nasal polyps...

Sales, Territory Manager - Coronary Image Guided Therapy Devices (Florida) Job Description Sales, Territory Manager - Coronary Image Guided Therapy Devices (Florida) We are the industry leader in...

Sales Manager of Alpha Dumpsters

  • Sarasota, FL (1 mile from Sarasota, FL)
  • 8 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL (1 mile from Sarasota, FL)
  • 8 days ago

Summary: Now Hiring a Motivated Self-starter to Lead the Alpha Dumpster Sales Team in Beautiful Sarasota, Florida. The Alpha Dumpster Sales Manager is responsible for optimizing the customer...

Luxury Sales Manager - Florida

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 11 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 11 days ago

Luxury Sales Manager - Florida Treasury Wine Estates Global sarasota, FL Job Description: Boldly Cultivating (youtube.com) About Us Treasury Wine Estates (TWE) is one of the world's largest wine...

Territory Manager - Shockwave (Sarasota/Bradenton, FL)

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 12 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 12 days ago

Job title Territory Manager - Shockwave (Sarasota/Bradenton, FL) Function MedTech Sales Sub function Clinical Sales - Hospital/Hospital Systems (Commission) Category Experienced Analyst, Clinical...

Sales Manager 1

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 12 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 12 days ago

Job Number 24211699 Job Category Sales & Marketing Location The Ritz-Carlton Sarasota, 1111 Ritz-Carlton Drive, Sarasota, Florida, United States VIEW ON MAP Schedule Full-Time Located Remotely? N...

Sr District Sales Manager - Channel

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 19 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 19 days ago

Imagine Your Future with Us! Since 1971, Paychex has been at the forefront of simplifying HR, payroll, and benefits for American businesses. Our digital HR technology and advisory solutions cater...

Repair Division Manager

  • Sarasota, FL
  • 19 days ago
  • Sarasota, FL
  • 19 days ago

As a Repairs Division Manager, you will play a critical role in overseeing and leading the overall management and day to day operations for the roofing repairs division for our Sarasota market....

Sales Manager

  • Venice, FL (17 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Venice, FL (17 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 22 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Village On The Isle - Venice, FL Position Type : Full Time Salary Range : $68000.00 - $87000.00 Salary Description JOB SUMMARY Reporting to the Marketing & Sales...

Direct Sales Manager

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 26 days ago

Overall Job Summary This position is responsible for leading and fostering business-to-business (B2B) & Direct sales initiatives within a designated area. This role will work closely with internal...

Commercial Sales Manager

  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 26 days ago
  • Bradenton, FL (6 miles from Sarasota, FL)
  • 26 days 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...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Sarasota, FL

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Sarasota, FL 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 Sarasota, FL
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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