Area Manager Jobs in East Lansing, MI

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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Metro by T-Mobile Retail District Manager

  • Connectivity Source
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 1 day ago

HAVE THEPOWER TO CREATE CHANGE! ALL IN PAY WITH BONUSES AND SPIFFS with an average of 60K/year AmtelWireless is a team of ambitious, hardworking andoutgoing people who are obsessed with providing...

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District Leader - Midwest Region

  • Carhartt
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 7 days ago

Position Details: Title: District Leader (Midwest Region) Department: D2C Reports to: Director Store Operations- D2C Location: Dearborn, MI Job Classification: Remote FLSA Status: Exempt Job Band: Manager...

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JennAir Market Manager - Detroit Market

  • Whirlpool
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 15 days ago
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 15 days ago

Requisition ID: 70334 About Whirlpool Corporation Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based...

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AI & Machine Learning Engineering Consultant - Power & Utilities Sector - Manager - Consulting

  • EY
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 24 days ago
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 24 days ago

Location: Anywhere in Country At EY, we're all in to shape your future with confidence. We'll help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you...

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Area Supervisor

  • Ross Stores, Inc
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 28 days ago
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 28 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...

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Territory Sales Manager

  • TAMKO Building Products
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 45+ days ago

TAMKO is seeking Territory Manager to be based remotely in Chicago or Detroit. The Territory Manager drives TAMKO's growth in the retail roofing market by managing key partnerships with major...

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Associate Market Manager

  • Morgan Stanley
  • East Lansing, MI
  • 60+ days ago
  • East Lansing, MI
  • 60+ days ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Associate Market Manager plays a key role in the overall management of all aspects of the Market. Job functions include retaining employees, managing risk, driving revenue...

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Regional Business Manager, Wound Reconstruction & Care -- Heartland (Chicago)

  • Integra LifeSciences Holdings Corp.
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 90+ days ago

Changing lives. Building Careers. Joining us is a chance to do important work that creates change and shapes the future of healthcare. Thinking differently is what we do best. To us, change equals...

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Automotive Floorplan Territory Manager

  • Westlake Financial
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Lansing, MI (6 miles from East Lansing, MI)
  • 90+ days ago

Qualities we look for in our Area Manager Bilingual (English, Spanish) Knowledge of the automotive industry (various sectors) Strong financial acumen with working knowledge of key financial tools and...

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Demographic Data for East Lansing, MI

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in East Lansing, MI

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in East Lansing, MI offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.5%
High School or GED
17.1%
Associate's Degree
14.0%
Master's Degree
12.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.6%
Some College
4.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Area Managers in East Lansing, MI
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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