Area Manager Jobs in Lowell, 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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Sales, Clinical Sales Manager, Hospital Respiratory Care (East Zone)

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
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  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • moments ago

Sales, Clinical Sales Manager, Hospital Respiratory Care (East Zone) Job Description The HRC Clinical Sales Manager is responsible for supporting customer education, sales, distribution partners,...

Sales Manager

  • Bedford, MA (10 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • moments ago
  • Bedford, MA (10 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • moments ago

Sales Manager Bedford MA 01730 6+ Months Project This is an opportunity for an energetic individual to join our growing Americas Sales team. We are seeking an experienced sales manager for our...

Catering Sales Manager

  • Burlington, MA (11 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Burlington, MA (11 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 11 hours ago

Property About Us At Pyramid Global Hospitality, people come first. As a company that values its employees, Pyramid Global Hospitality is dedicated to creating a supportive and inclusive work...

Breast Surgery Territory Manager - Boston, MA

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 13 hours ago

At Hologic, were an innovative medical technology company that enables healthier lives everywhere, every day. We are also a company that prospers and grows, which is why weve been able to expand...

Regional Sales Manager

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 13 hours ago

Location: Boston, MA Salary: $90,000.00 USD Annually - $110,000.00 USD Annually Description: Our client is currently seeking a Regional Sales Manager to cover New England and upstate New York....

Oracle NetSuite - Sales Manager - GB East

  • Salem, MA (22 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Salem, MA (22 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 13 hours ago

Job Listing ID: 4261408 Job Title: Oracle NetSuite - Sales Manager - GB East Application Deadline: Open Until FilledJob Location: Salem Date Posted: 04/29/2025Hours Worked Per Week: Not Provided...

Regional Sales Manager Architectural Focus

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 13 hours ago

Regional Sales Manager - Architectural Focus (2053)** + Title:Regional Sales Manager - Architectural Focus + Group Company: Mitsubishi Chemical ALPOLIC + Location:Remote Group Company: +...

Sales Manager

  • Peabody, MA (18 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Peabody, MA (18 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 16 hours ago

OVERVIEW Experience a place of energy, passion, and excitement. A place where the joy of discovery and uncommon artistry blend to create exhilarating buying experiences-for true beauty...

Outside Sales Territory Manager

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 16 hours ago

About Us: Founded in 1936, Niterra North America, Inc. (Formally NGK Sparkplugs, Inc.), is the world leader in technology, innovation, and world-class quality in designing spark plugs and oxygen...

Area Sales Manager - Electrical

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 16 hours ago

Must live in the Greater Boston area. Job Summary Under the direction of the Regional Sales Manager, the Area Sales Manager will aggressively grow revenue by executing our Electrical Strategy....

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Sales Manager, SMB Partnerships

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 18 hours ago

At Klaviyo, we value the unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives each Klaviyo (we call ourselves Klaviyos) brings to our workplace each and every day. We believe everyone deserves a fair...

Mortgage Regional Sales Manager

  • Cambridge, MA (20 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Cambridge, MA (20 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Mortgage Regional Sales Manager Citizens is currently recruiting for a Mortgage Regional Sales Manager for the New England region. This individual will manage a team of Mortgage Loan Officers and...

Sales Manager, LE, GTS

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Sales Manager GTS, LE - Boston, MA About the role: The Sales Manager's primary role is to attract, lead, coach and develop a team of quota-bearing associates to drive revenue for Gartner. A Sales...

Merchandising Area Supervisor- Lowell, MA

  • Lowell, MA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lowell, MA
  • 1 day ago

Signature Retail Services is hiring for a Merchandising Area Supervisor in Lowell, MA! This is a full-time position offering a pay rate of $21 to $23 per hour, based on experience. About Us...

Zone Sales Manager

  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (23 miles from Lowell, MA)
  • 2 days ago

IDPs, while navigating complex route to market distribution model, distributor model and market trends Able to assess market needs and deploy resources against business issues and demands Utilize iPad...

Demographic Data for Lowell, MA

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Lowell, MA

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Lowell, MA 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 Lowell, 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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