Area Manager Jobs in Florence, MS

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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Territory Manager - Detroit

  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 2 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 2 days ago

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

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Area Supervisor

  • Flowood, MS (15 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Flowood, MS (15 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 3 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...

Area Sales Manager

  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 4 days ago

Why GLS? Purpose : Access to affordable, reliable transportation is essential to leading productive work and personal lives, caring well for oneself, ones family, and the needs of others. Through...

Commercial Sales Manager

  • Pearl, MS (11 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 7 days ago
  • Pearl, MS (11 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 7 days 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...

Territory Manager

  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 8 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 8 days ago

What We Do : SRS Distribution Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Home Depot, consists of a family of industry-leading, independent roofing distributors. SRS has grown rapidly through...

R55 Regional Director- Jackson MS

  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 15 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 15 days ago

Regional Director, Store Operations** **General Summary:** Provides and models respectful service....

Sr. Market Manager Total Ankle - East Southeast

  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 17 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 17 days ago

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient's mobility is enhanced...

Cardiac Sales Manager: MS/TN

  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 18 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 18 days ago

Who We Are AtriCure, Inc. provides innovative technologies for the treatment of Afib and related conditions. Afib affects more than 33 million people worldwide. Electrophysiologists and...

Regional Sales Manager

  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 19 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 19 days ago

Covering the states of Mississippi and Alabama for our Commercial brand Region and Industrial brand for Mississippi, the person selected for this region management position will be expected to...

Chevrolet District Sales Manager - Jackson

  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 19 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 19 days ago

Remote: This position does not require employee to be on-site full-time to perform most effectively. The employees role enables them to work off-site on a permanent basis. This position requires...

Regional Director, Modality Solutions (West Coast)

  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 23 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 23 days ago

Position Overview** The Digital Radiography Sales Specialist is the regional DR and CT expert for all technical and clinical aspects of DR and CT products. He/she is responsible for the...

Regional Sales Director - Southeast

  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 24 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 24 days ago

If you are a Sales professional, looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! We are looking for a dedicated Regional Sales Director (RSD) role, ideally located...

Regional Distribution Sales Manager

  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 24 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 24 days ago

Working at Ruhrpumpen means being part of a team that values innovation, dynamism, and creativity. Join our team, experience making a difference and build your career! As Regional Distribution...

Regional Sales Director - Southern California

  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 24 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 24 days ago

Trustmarks mission is to improve wellbeing for everyone. It is a mission grounded in a belief in equality and born from our caring culture. It is a culture we can only realize by building trust....

Clinical Regional Sales Manager-East

  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 24 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (13 miles from Florence, MS)
  • 24 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...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Florence, MS

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Florence, MS 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 Florence, MS
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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