Area Manager Jobs in 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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Clinical Regional Sales Manager-East

  • Lansing, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 4 days ago

EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) delivers a fully optimized research experience, seamlessly integrated with a powerful discovery platform to support the information needs and maximize the...

Regional Sales Director - East

  • Lansing, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 4 days ago

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since...

Consulting Services Sales Manager - Southeastern U.S.

  • Lansing, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 5 days ago

The Red Hat Consulting Services team is looking for a Services Sales Manager to join us remotely in the Southeastern U.S. In this role, you will develop, cultivate, and manage relationships within...

Remote Work

Senior Field Sales Manager, SaaS Remote

  • Lansing, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 5 days ago

_*You may work from a remote home office location anywhere in the Central, Mountain or Pacific U.S. time zones*_** **Research and Learning, US (CCHGroup.com)** is part of Wolters Kluwer Tax &...

Ownership Zone Manager

  • Lansing, MI
  • 6 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 6 days ago

Ownership Zone Manager** We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of...

Regional Sales Manager

  • Lansing, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 7 days ago

JOB SUMMARY: The Commercial Fleet team at 7-Eleven manages a diverse portfolio of fleet payments and programs leveraged to drive B2B traffic to our network of over 8,000 retail fuel locations. The...

Associate Clinical Territory Manager

  • Lansing, MI
  • 8 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 8 days ago

Change people's lives and love what you do! Cochlear is the most recognized brand in hearing health care. Associate Clinical Territory Manager - Baltimore, MD Position Spotlight: Masters or Au.D...

Cloud Security Sales Manager

  • Lansing, MI
  • 11 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 11 days ago

About Team & About Role:** The Cloud Security seller is a technical sales professional characterized by intimate understanding of their specific product, the pain it resolves, the competitors,...

Commercial Area Fleet Sales Manager - Maryland and Northern Virginia

  • Lansing, MI
  • 13 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 13 days ago

The Commercial Area Manager (CAM) must bring a "sales first" mindset to every interaction and develop the sales strategies to support the established targets in his/her region....

Industrial & Co-Manufacturing Sales Manager

  • Lansing, MI
  • 15 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 15 days ago

The Industrial & Co-Manufacturing Sales Manager is accountable for overall customer performance vs. plan (AOP delivery), revenue and margin. This role will also be responsible for customer...

Regional Sales Manager II

  • Lansing, MI
  • 15 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 15 days ago

EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) delivers a fully optimized research experience, seamlessly integrated with a powerful discovery platform to support the information needs and maximize the...

Regional Sales Manager

  • Lansing, MI
  • 16 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 16 days ago

Regional Sales Manager Total Water Treatment Systems Inc. - 3.2 Lansing, MI Job Details Full-time $130,000 - $200,000 a year 1 day ago Benefits Fuel card Paid holidays Disability insurance Dental...

Regional Sales Manager (Enterprise)

  • Lansing, MI
  • 17 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 17 days ago

Cribl does differently. What does that mean? It means we are a serious company that doesn't take itself too seriously; and we're looking for people who love to get stuff done, and laugh a bit...

Mortgage Area Sales Manager (ASM 1)

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

Make banking a Fifth Third better We connect great people to great opportunities. Are you ready to take the next step? Discover a career in banking at Fifth Third Bank. GENERAL FUNCTION: Performs...

Commercial Area Fleet Sales Manager - Nebraska and Kansas

  • Lansing, MI
  • 19 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 19 days ago

The Commercial Area Manager (CAM) develops the sales strategies to support the established targets in his/her region....

Demographic Data for Lansing, MI

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in 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 Lansing, MI 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 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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