Area Manager Jobs in Madison, 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, Hospital (MS)

  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 14 hours ago

Acute Care Technology At ZOLL, we're passionate about improving patient outcomes and helping save lives. We provide innovative technologies that make a meaningful difference in people's lives. Our...

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R55 Regional Director- Jackson MS

  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 23 hours ago

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

Retail District Manager Unassigned

  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 1 day ago
  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 1 day ago

WORK EXPERIENCE and/or EDUCATION: Four+ years retail management experience with progressively more responsibility, managing multi-unit operations in retail, grocery or convenience store operations with...

Wireless Sales Manager - Pearl, MS (AV)

  • Pearl, MS (17 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Pearl, MS (17 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 3 days ago

DESCRIPTION Drive sales through personalized wireless solutions and customer education. Premium Retail Services operates in more than 1200 Walmart Supercenter locations across North America, with...

RETAIL DISTRICT MANAGER UNASSIGNED - Jackson & Surrounding Area

  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 3 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 3 days ago

WORK EXPERIENCE and/or EDUCATION: Four+ years retail management experience with progressively more responsibility, managing multi-unit operations in retail, grocery or convenience store operations with...

Clinical Regional Sales Manager-East

  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 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...

Territory Sales Manager - 53372

  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 4 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 4 days ago

At WillScot (NASDAQ WSC), our 4000+ people are at the heart of everything we do. In addition to providing industry-leading pay and benefits, we provide opportunities for development and upward...

Senior Field Sales Manager, SaaS Remote

  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 5 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 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 &...

Assistant Sales Manager

  • Flowood, MS (12 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Flowood, MS (12 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 6 days ago

Ashley HomeStore, the #1 Mattress and Furniture retailer in North America, has an immediate opening for an Associate Sales Manager. The ideal candidate is responsible for providing support to the...

Ownership Zone Manager

  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 6 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 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...

Associate Clinical Territory Manager

  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 8 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 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...

Regional Distribution Sales Manager

  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 11 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 11 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...

Cloud Security Sales Manager

  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 11 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 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,...

Regional Sales Manager (Enterprise)

  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 12 days ago
  • Jackson, MS (15 miles from Madison, MS)
  • 12 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...

District Sales Manager- Hattiesburg South

  • Madison, MS
  • 13 days ago
  • Madison, MS
  • 13 days ago

Company: US0001 Sysco Jackson, LLC Sales Territory: None Zip Code: 39209 Travel Percentage: Up to 50% COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of Syscos actual pay range...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Madison, MS

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Madison, MS 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 Madison, 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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