Area Manager Jobs in Lake Charles, LA

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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Wireless Sales Manager - Lake Charles, LA (AV)

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 18 hours ago

DESCRIPTION Drive sales through personalized wireless solutions and customer education. Premium Retail Services operates in more than 1200 Walmart Supercenter locations across North America, with...

Wireless Sales Manager - Moss Bluff, LA

  • Moss Bluff, LA (6 miles from Lake Charles, LA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Moss Bluff, LA (6 miles from Lake Charles, LA)
  • 1 day ago

DESCRIPTION Drive sales through personalized wireless solutions and customer education. Premium Retail Services operates in more than 1300 Walmart Supercenter locations across North America, with...

Sales Manager

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 3 days ago

We are Aaron’s - an industry leader in the sales and lease-to-own retail industry known for quality brand names and superior customer service. We provide our team members the opportunity to reach...

Territory Manager (Iowa)

  • Iowa, LA (13 miles from Lake Charles, LA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Iowa, LA (13 miles from Lake Charles, LA)
  • 6 days ago

About the role As a Territory Manager at Halter, you will play a critical role in driving business growth and ensuring customer success within your designated territory. You will be responsible...

Sales Manager (Part Time) - 24H210

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 7 days ago

If you are a CURRENT Carters employee, do not apply via this external application. Search "Browse Jobs" in Workday to apply internally. Love what you do. Carters Careers. As a Part Time Sales...

Territory Sales Manager

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 10 days ago

Daikin Comfort Technologies Distribution, Inc. is seeking a professional, skilled individual for our Territory Sales Manager position for our Lake Charles, LA branch operations group located...

Area Supervisor

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 16 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 16 days 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...

Commercial Sales Manager

  • Sulphur, LA (10 miles from Lake Charles, LA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Sulphur, LA (10 miles from Lake Charles, LA)
  • 45+ 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...

Digital Sales Manager

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 45+ days ago

Company Overview CUMULUS | Lake Charles, LA currently features 5 stations in the Lake Charles area and surrounding parishes. Our stations include: KKGB-FM The Rock 101.3, KQLK Nash 97.9 plays...

Territory Manager

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 60+ days ago

What We Do : SRS Distribution Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Home Depot, consists of a family of industry-leading, independent roofing distributors. SRS has grown rapidly through...

Territory Manager - Lake Charles North LA

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 60+ days ago

Reynolds American is evolving into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow™ by Building a Smokeless World. To achieve our ambition, we are looking for...

Neuroscience District Sales Manager (Psychiatry) - Gulf Coast District

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 60+ days ago

Education & Experience Requirements: Bachelor's Degree; Advanced degree a plus. 10+ years in the pharmaceuticals industry with 4 years of Sales Management preferred. Candidates with fewer than 3...

Demographic Data for Lake Charles, LA

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Lake Charles, LA

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Lake Charles, LA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.3%
High School or GED
18.2%
Associate's Degree
14.3%
Master's Degree
11.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.8%
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 Lake Charles, LA
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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