Area Manager Jobs in Council Bluffs, IA

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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ForTec Medical

Territory Sales Manager

  • ForTec Medical
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • ForTec Medical
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 12 hours ago

Company Description ForTec is an industry leader, dedicated to improving patient health by delivering innovative surgical technologies to our healthcare customers on demand. Our dedicated team...

Sales Manager (Brokerage Life)

  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 2 days ago

Join our team as a Sales Manager and take your career to the next level! We are seeking a results-driven professional to promote and maintain positive relationships with brokerage distribution...

Samsung Field Sales Manager

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 2 days ago
  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • 2 days ago

goods environment Strong understanding of retail dynamics and consumer behavior within a specified territory Excellent relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills Proficient in analyzing...

Regional Sales Director

  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 5 days ago

Allied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and...

Sales Manager

  • Plattsmouth, NE (18 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Plattsmouth, NE (18 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 5 days ago

Concrete segment experience a plus, consumer goods helpful. Excellent interpersonal skills to interact effectively with a variety of people and personalities....

Sales Manager - Remote

  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 6 days ago

Sales Manager - Remote Location: Remote Work Type: Full Time Regular Job No: 503864 Categories: Sales Application Closes: Open Until Filled SHARE As our Sales Manager, you'll develop, negotiate,...

Remote Work

Direct Sales Manager - Remote

  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 7 days ago

As a DSC Sales Manager, you'll oversee a team of leaders who manage high-volume call center sales teams. You'll guide and develop these people leaders to coach effectively, drive performance, and...

Remote Work

Area Supervisor

  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 7 days 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...

Territory Manager - Bone Growth Therapies - Omaha, NE

  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 9 days ago

Why Orthofix? Guided by our organizational values Take Ownership | Innovate Boldly | Win Together we collaborate closely with world-class surgeons and other partners to improve peoples quality of...

Remote Work

Distribution Center Sales Manager

  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 10 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY Drive Sales ( this is a selling manager position ) and manage Operations for a distribution facility, while leading employees and driving successful results. The DC Manager...

Regional Sales Manager

  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 11 days ago

Regional Sales Manager Martin Engineering - 3.5 Omaha, NE Job Details Full-time Estimated: $89.2K - $138K a year 10 hours ago Benefits Disability insurance Dependent care reimbursement Health...

Sales Manager (Part Time) - 24H210

  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 13 days ago

Employee Type: Regular If you are a CURRENT Carters employee, you MUST apply through the Internal Career Link within the My Career & Performance app in Workday. Do not apply using the below...

District Sales Manager - Surgical (Nebraska & Iowa)

  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 13 days ago

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 5 May 2025 At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare...

Group Benefits Sales Manager

  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 14 days ago

Sales Manager - Remote Location: Remote Work Type: Full Time Regular Job No: 503864 Categories: Sales Application Closes: Open Until Filled SHARE As our Sales Manager, you'll develop, negotiate,...

Remote Work

Sports Medicine Territory Manager (Omaha, NE)

  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Omaha, NE (3 miles from Council Bluffs, IA)
  • 14 days ago

Sports Medicine Territory Manager (Omaha, NE) Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. As a Sports Medicine Territory Manager, you...

Demographic Data for Council Bluffs, IA

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Council Bluffs, IA

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Council Bluffs, IA 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 Council Bluffs, IA
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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