Area Manager Jobs in Maryland

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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Consulting Services Sales Manager - Northeastern U.S.

  • Annapolis, MD
  • 8 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD
  • 8 hours ago

About The Job The Red Hat Consulting Services team is looking for a Services Sales Manager to join us remotely in the Northeastern United States. In this role, you will develop, cultivate, and...

Remote Work

At EY, youll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And were counting on your...

Area Sales Manager - MD/VA/DC

  • Bethesda, MD
  • 8 hours ago
  • Bethesda, MD
  • 8 hours ago

Job Title: Area Manager About the Opportunity: The development and management of the assigned area with the goal of maximizing sales....

Commercial Sales Manager

  • Dundalk, MD
  • 8 hours ago
  • Dundalk, MD
  • 8 hours 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...

Associate Territory Manager (Harrisburg/York, PA)

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 8 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 8 hours ago

Overview Cordis: About us: When you join the team at Cordis, you become part of an inspiring mission to save lives, impacting millions of people and broadening access to life-saving cardiovascular...

Digital Intelligence Sales Manager, Passenger Rail

  • Annapolis, MD
  • 9 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD
  • 9 hours ago

Its not just about your career or job title Its about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether its for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our...

At EY, youll have the chance to build a career as unique as you are, with the global scale, support, inclusive culture and technology to become the best version of you. And were counting on your...

Regional Sales Manager (Eastern USA)

  • Elkridge, MD
  • 9 hours ago
  • Elkridge, MD
  • 9 hours ago

Be visionary Teledyne Technologies Incorporated provides enabling technologies for industrial growth markets that require advanced technology and high reliability. These markets include aerospace...

Optical Sales Manager #55648

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 9 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 9 hours ago

Our heritage in eye care spans more than 100 years. In 1885, opticians William Wall and Charles Ochs opened their first eyeglass store and manufacturing facility in Philadelphia, PA. Their...

Regional Sales Manager - Northeast

  • Baltimore, MD
  • 10 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD
  • 10 hours ago

Job Description: Regional Sales Manager Department: North America Sales - Original Equipment As a Regional Sales Manager for the Northeast, you will provide a single point contact for Ruhrpumpen...

Xfinity Retail District Manager

  • Bel Air, MD
  • 10 hours ago
  • Bel Air, MD
  • 10 hours ago

Job Listing: Xfinity Retail District Manager Company Overview: Blufox Mobile, the largest branded partner for Comcast XFINITY services, is actively seeking energetic individuals to join our team...

Sales Manager - Columbia, MD

  • Columbia, MD
  • 10 hours ago
  • Columbia, MD
  • 10 hours ago

BSN SPORTS, A VARSITY BRANDS COMPANY - THE RECOGNIZED LEADER IN TEAM ATHLETIC GEAR For over 50 years, BSN SPORTS has been the largest team sporting goods equipment and apparel distributor of...

Remote Work

Sales Manager

  • Randallstown, MD
  • 23 hours ago
  • Randallstown, MD
  • 23 hours ago

Job description Top Dog automotive dealership! Are you enthusiastic about cars and driven to excel in sales? We are seeking enthusiastic individuals to join our team at Antwerpen Mitsubishi. As an...

Technical Sales Manager - EV solutions

  • Cockeysville, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Cockeysville, MD
  • 1 day ago

Description We are seeking a highly motivated Technical Sales Manager to drive new business opportunities in the EV and energy sector, with a focus on integrating credit card payment solutions and...

Territory Manager

  • Annapolis, MD
  • 1 day ago
  • Annapolis, MD
  • 1 day ago

Territory Manager LOCATION Annapolis, MD TYPE Direct Hire SALARY $70,000 - $90,000 / yr ID OH... POSTED Mar 12, 2025 This sales position will provide various types of industrial hardware directly...

Demographic Data for Maryland

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Maryland

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Maryland offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.8%
High School or GED
18.8%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
Master's Degree
11.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.0%
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 Maryland
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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