Area Manager Jobs in Overland Park, KS

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 Director

  • Kansas City, MO (16 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (16 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 8 hours 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...

Area Supervisor

  • Olathe, KS (10 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Olathe, KS (10 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 1 day 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 of Sales

  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 1 day ago

About Arvum Senior Living Arvum Senior Living, proudly part of the Discovery Senior Living family of operating companies, manages care- and lifestyle-focused Assisted Living and Memory Care...

Territory Manager, Kansas City, Kansas

  • Kansas City, KS (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, KS (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 1 day ago

Territory Manager, Kansas City, Kansas Remote-Kansas THE COMPANY: Juul Labs's mission is to transition the world's billion adult smokers away from combustible cigarettes, eliminate their use, and...

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Private Wealth Market Manager

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 1 day ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 1 day ago

Req ID: 76524 Location: Overland Park -OVPK Areas of Interest: Business Development; Credit Administration; Private Banking; Wealth Management Pay Transparency Salary Range: Not Available...

Territory Manager

  • Kansas City, KS (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 2 days ago

SUMMARY: The Territory Manager reports to the Area Manager and is a route sales delivery person with a focus on servicing and expanding our existing customer base....

Account Sales Manager

  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 2 days ago

Reporting to the District Sales Manager, the Account Sales Manager's (ASM) primary function is to perform outside sales of product inventory while driving an assigned route of accounts. You will...

Catering Sales Manager - 15847-7563

  • Kansas City, KS (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 3 days ago

This job was posted by : For moreinformation, please see: Description**Get ready to join the vibrant team at Margaritaville Hotel Kansas City,managed by Davidson Hospitality Group and opening in...

Territory Manager - Great Lakes Area

  • Grandview, MO (8 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Grandview, MO (8 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 4 days ago

Territory Manager - Great Lakes Area *Must live in either Ohio, Southern Michigan, or North East Indiana* Peterson has an immediate position as a Territory Manager in the Great Lakes region. The...

Territory Sales Manager- Missouri/Kansas

  • Kansas City, KS (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 6 days ago

Joining the team at SC Johnson Professional makes you part of a family company with a deep history in the professional market as a leading manufacturer of skincare, cleaning and hygiene products,...

Regional Sales Director

  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 6 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...

AVP, Sales Manager

  • Overland Park, KS
  • 6 days ago
  • Overland Park, KS
  • 6 days ago

Company Details Intrepid Direct Insurance (IDI) is a rapidly growing direct to consumer Property and Casualty insurance company. A member of the W. R. Berkley Corporation, a fortune 500 company,...

Diagnostic Sales Manager (Kansas)

  • Olathe, KS (10 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Olathe, KS (10 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 7 days ago

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and that's why we're inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of...

Territory Manager, Kansas City, Missouri - Transcatheter Heart Valve

  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 7 days ago

Make a meaningful difference to patients around the world. Driven by a passion to help patients live healthier and more productive lives, our Sales teams embrace Edwards Lifesciences values to...

National Account Sales Manager - Building Supply

  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (21 miles from Overland Park, KS)
  • 7 days ago

EXTRAORDINARY PEOPLE. EXCITING POSSIBILITIES. GREAT OPPORTUNITY. Custom Truck One Source has changed the way the industry looks at specialized truck and heavy equipment solutions. With sales,...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Overland Park, KS

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Overland Park, KS 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 Overland Park, KS
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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