Area Manager Jobs in Georgia

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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Regional Sales Manager

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 45+ days ago

Inizio Engage has partnered with Tonix Pharmaceuticals and are seeking performance-driven, competitive, highly entrepreneurial, and analytical Regional Sales Manager who are willing to put forth...

Territory Manager - Columbus and LaGrange Area

  • Columbus, GA
  • 12 days ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 12 days ago

Join Our Team as a Territory Manager Where Passion Meets Opportunity! Are you ready to build relationships, drive sales, and make a meaningful impact in the foodservice industry? At US Foods, were...

Area Supervisor

  • Mableton, GA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Mableton, GA
  • 11 hours ago

Our values start with our people, join a team that values you! Bring your talents to Ross, our leading off-price retail chain with over 2,200 stores, and a strong track record of success and...

MECCA Mt Gravatt - Zone Manager

  • GA
  • 11 hours ago
  • GA
  • 11 hours ago

Are you ready to take your leadership career to the next level and join Australia's leading prestige beauty retailer? If so, submit your application here! We are looking for a passionate Zone...

Maxima Carindale - Zone Manager

  • GA
  • 11 hours ago
  • GA
  • 11 hours ago

Are you ready to take your leadership career to the next level and join Australia's leading prestige beauty retailer? If so, submit your application here! We are looking for a passionate Zone...

Maxima North Lakes - Zone Manager

  • GA
  • 11 hours ago
  • GA
  • 11 hours ago

Are you ready to take your leadership career to the next level and join Australia's leading prestige beauty retailer? If so, submit your application here! We are looking for a passionate team...

Area Sales Manager

  • Columbus, GA
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, GA
  • 1 day ago

Area Sales Manager Columbus, GA | Remote About Western Funding Inc. Western Funding, a dynamic and fast-growing auto finance company, believes in PEOPLE with the PURPOSE and PASSION to assist our...

Grid Southeast Regional Operations Manager - Construction** Date: Jun 10, 2025 Location: AL, US VA, US NC, US FL, US TN, US GA, US IN, US SC, US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies...

Regional Director, Physician Sales - Northeast (Philly/Atlanta)

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago

The **Regional Director of Physician Sales** is a regional executive who is responsible for ensuring that organizational strategic sales goals are met within the designated territory (i.e. same...

Territory Manager - Detroit

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago

Position Overview** **Territory Manager - Detroit - 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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Medium Duty Sales Manager - Southeast Region

  • Duluth, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Duluth, GA
  • 2 days ago

Company Information PACCAR is a Fortune 500 company established in 1905. PACCAR Inc is recognized as a global leader in the commercial vehicle, financial, and customer service fields with...

Regional Sales Manager - Heavy Industrial Equipment

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago

Regional Sales Manager - Heavy Industrial Equipment Volt Workforce Solutions - 3.7 Atlanta, GA Job Details Full-time $75,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Paid holidays Disability insurance Health...

Field Manager

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago

Since 2012, we've grown to become one of the leading single-family rental companies and homebuilders in the country, recently recognized as a top employer by Fortune and Great Place To Work. At...

Senior Product Sales Manager - Channel - REMOTE

  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Atlanta, GA
  • 2 days ago

Requisition #: 17081 Our Mission: Powering Innovation That Drives Human Advancement When visionary companies need to know how their world-changing ideas will perform, they close the gap between...

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Sales Manager

  • Buford, GA
  • 2 days ago
  • Buford, GA
  • 2 days ago

We are not a discount seller) Store Operations and Inventory Management: Use of analytics/ insights to build sales associates selling development plans....

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Georgia

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Georgia 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 Georgia
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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