Area Manager Jobs in Boston, MA

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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Division / District Manager ( Multi - Unit Retail )

  • Malden, MA (5 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Malden, MA (5 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 11 days ago

Title: Division / District Manager (Multi-Unit Retail) Industry: Automotive Aftermarket Services Location: Northern Boston / Malden MA area Compensation: $180-200,000 On-Target Earnings ($130,000...

Car Sales Manager

  • Lynn, MA (9 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Lynn, MA (9 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 5 days ago

A Day in the Life: Manage retail business including sales process, finance, and sales team. Assist in the management of all other store processes as needed and support omni-channel sales. Wage:...

Territory Sales Manager

  • Boston, MA
  • 12 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 12 hours ago

Join Our Team as a Territory Manager Where Passion Meets Opportunity! Are you ready to build relationships, drive sales, and make a meaningful impact in the foodservice industry? At US Foods, were...

Territory Manager - Cambridge, MA

  • Boston, MA
  • 28 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 28 days ago

Join Our Team as a Territory Manager Where Passion Meets Opportunity! Are you ready to build relationships, drive sales, and make a meaningful impact in the foodservice industry? At US Foods, were...

Senior National Sales Manager (Fleet Services)

  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 5 days ago

Are you an explorer and adventurer at heart? Does breaking new ground and blazing unique paths resonate with you? If so, we might have a spot for you at Cox Automotive Mobility Fleet Services...

Regional Sales Manager

  • West Roxbury, MA (7 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • West Roxbury, MA (7 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 7 hours ago

Job Type: Regular Work Location: Market - AMRET - MA - Boston 165 Overview: 2020 Companies is hiring a Regional Manager! Location: 60% Travel Within Territory, 40% Home Office Pay: Starting at...

Territory Sales Manager- Environmental Solutions

  • Norwood, MA (13 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Norwood, MA (13 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 7 hours ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Territory Sales Manager - ES is responsible for planning, organizing, directing and coordinating the activities of the sales team for Environmental Services, which provides...

Sales Manager - Dorchester/Boston 012

  • Dorchester, MA (3 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Dorchester, MA (3 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 10 hours ago

Sales Manager - Dorchester/Boston 012 Dorchester, Massachusetts Job ID: 2503116 + Overview + Skills & Traits + In the News + Perks + Responsibilities + Map + Recent Jobs **Overview** This is not...

Regional Sales Manager - East

  • Boston, MA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 17 hours ago

With experience across multiple cloud providers, enterprise applications and digital technologies, Navisite serves clients in the health and industrial, life sciences, technology, consumer goods and...

Regional Director of Sales

  • Walpole, MA (17 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Walpole, MA (17 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 20 hours ago

Description The Regional Director of Sales is responsible for marketing Tarrytown Expocare Pharmacy services to I/DD (Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities) and ICF (Intermediate Care...

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Territory Manager - Boston

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

Position Overview Territory Manager - Boston - Remote As a member of our sales team, you will sell portable ultrasound systems in a consultative, professional and high velocity sales environment....

Remote Work

Retail Car Sales Manager

  • East Boston, MA (2 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • East Boston, MA (2 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day ago

The average earning potential for this position is between $85,000 to $95,000 annually. The Avis Car Sales Manager, reporting to the General Manager of the location, is responsible for the...

Wireless Sales Manager - W2225/W2366/W2227

  • Abington, MA (17 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Abington, MA (17 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview Ready to take your sales career to the next level? As a Team Lead youll play a vital role in advancing sales objectives, developing a skilled team of Mobile Experts, and ensuring that...

Sales Manager - Retirement

  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA
  • 1 day ago

Imagine Your Future with Us! Since 1971, Paychex has been at the forefront of simplifying HR, payroll, and benefits for American businesses. Our digital HR technology and advisory solutions cater...

Commercial Sales Manager

  • Lawrence, MA (24 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lawrence, MA (24 miles from Boston, MA)
  • 1 day 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...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Boston, MA

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Boston, MA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.3%
High School or GED
18.3%
Associate's Degree
14.3%
Master's Degree
11.4%
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 Boston, MA
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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