Area Manager Jobs in Illinois

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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Territory Manager

  • Waste Management
  • Peoria, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Peoria, IL
  • 6 days ago

Why Work for WM? Stability. Growth. People-First Culture. About the Territory Manager Role Directs all aspects of a service area within an assigned vertical line of business "LOB." Most often the...

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Territory Manager

  • 2020 Companies
  • Bridgeview, IL
  • 5 hours ago
  • Bridgeview, IL
  • 5 hours ago

Job Type: Regular Work Location: Market - AMRET - IL - Chicago 174 Overview: 2020 Companies is hiring Territory Managers who are experts in brand advocacy and merchant visits! Schedule: Monday -...

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Customer Experience District Sales Manager (CoreDx)

  • Abbott
  • Abbott Park, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Abbott Park, IL
  • 1 day ago

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses...

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Regional Sales Manager

  • The Judge Group
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

REGIONAL SALES MANAGER POSITION SUMMARY: In this role, you will build strong relationships with buyers, shape regional sales strategy, and partner closely with the leadership and a collaborative...

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Course Materials Market Manager - Virtual CM Ops

  • Follett Library Resources
  • Westchester, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Westchester, IL
  • 3 days ago

Store operations, account management, and/or project management experience....

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Part Sales Manager Part Time

  • AutoZone
  • Spring Grove, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Spring Grove, IL
  • 4 days ago

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

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Retail Custom Framing Sales Manager Full-Time

  • Michaels
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

Store - CHI-GURNEE, IL Lead and coach a team of framers who focus on building customer relationships while creating a framing solution for their art. Drive custom framing sales. Assist customers...

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Automotive Floorplan Territory Manager

  • Westlake Financial
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

Qualities we look for in our Area Manager Bilingual (English, Spanish) Knowledge of the automotive industry (various sectors) Strong financial acumen with working knowledge of key financial tools and...

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Post Acute Specialty Division Manager

  • Medline Industries, LP
  • Northfield, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Northfield, IL
  • 5 days ago

Oversee and manage the development and performance of all sales activities in the division. Staff and direct a sales team and provide leadership towards the achievement of maximum profitability...

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Associate Market Manager

  • Morgan Stanley
  • Oak Brook, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Oak Brook, IL
  • 5 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Associate Market Manager plays a key role in the overall management of all aspects of the Market. Job functions include retaining employees, managing risk, driving revenue...

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Market Manager - Chicago

  • The Vita Coco Company
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 5 days ago

As the Market Manager, you'll lead efforts to achieve revenue, depletion, distribution and retail execution goals by improving performance with our distributor partners in your assigned Market....

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Market Manager

  • Piccadilly Market - Lincoln Park
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago

Required Years of Experience 3 years Job Details Market Manager Piccadilly Market Lincoln Park Reports to: Operations Manager & Director of Operations Location: Piccadilly Market Lincoln Park Who...

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Course Materials Market Manager - Westchester, IL

  • Follett Higher Education Group Inc
  • Westchester, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Westchester, IL
  • 8 days ago

Store operations, account management, and/or project management experience....

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Regional Director, Major Account Sales - Matterport - Chicago, IL or Dallas, TX or Nashville, TN Job Description CoStar Group is a leading global provider of commercial and residential real estate...

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Commercial Area Manager

  • Safelite AutoGlass
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 8 days ago

A Brief Overview As the Commercial Area Manager, you will serve as the commercial leader for your assigned geography, responsible for shaping market strategy, driving revenue growth, elevating key client...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Illinois

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Illinois 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 Illinois
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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