Area Manager Jobs in Blue Springs, MO

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 - Kansas City Area

  • Lenexa, KS (23 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lenexa, KS (23 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 45+ days ago

Join Our Team as a Territory Manager Where Passion Meets Opportunity! Are you ready to build relationships, drive sales, and make a meaningful impact in the foodservice industry? At US Foods, were...

Suite Sales Manager - KC Market

  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 16 hours ago

Levy Sector LOCATION: Kansas City, MO - Position will be based at Arrowhead Stadium and will support T-Mobile Arena and CPKC Stadium Different perspectives make us better. Were committed to...

District Sales Manager - Columbia, Mo

  • Shawnee, KS (22 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Shawnee, KS (22 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Company: US0057 Sysco Kansas City, Inc. Sales Territory: US-MO-Columbia, US-MO-Jefferson City Zip Code: 66061 Travel Percentage: Up to 100% COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not...

Suite Sales Manager - KC Market

  • Kansas City, MO (11 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Kansas City, MO (11 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 1 day ago

LOCATION: Kansas City, MO - Position will be based at Arrowhead Stadium and will support T-Mobile Arena and CPKC Stadium Different perspectives make us better. Were committed to creating an equal...

Sales Manager

  • Shawnee, KS (22 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 1 day ago
  • Shawnee, KS (22 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 1 day ago

Job Description This role is based in our Shawnee,KS Office. What we're looking for: We are looking for an experienced and driven Sales Manager to join our dynamic sales team. In this role, you...

Territory Manager

  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 2 days ago

Territory ManagerLocation: US RemoteSalary Range: $ 123,000.00 to $ 146,000.00 About SKF: SKF, reducing friction since 1907, re-imagining rotation for a better tomorrow! SKF is an industry-leading...

Regional Director, Kansas City/St. Louis-Transcatheter Heart Valve

  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 2 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 2 days ago

Make a meaningful difference to patients around the world. Driven by a passion to help patients live healthier and more productive lives, our Sales teams embrace Edwards Lifesciences' values to...

Account Sales Manager

  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 4 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 4 days ago

Reporting to the District Sales Manager, the Account Sales Manager's (ASM) primary function is to perform outside sales of product inventory while driving an assigned route of accounts. You will...

Territory Manager (HVAC Sales)

  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 5 days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Kansas City, MO-KS Metropolitan Statistical Area $99k - $199k Per Year Territory Manager (HVAC Sales) Lennox International Occupation: Sales Managers...

Territory Sales Manager- Missouri/Kansas/Nebraska/Iowa

  • Kansas City, KS (19 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 5 days ago
  • Kansas City, KS (19 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 5 days ago

Joining the team at SC Johnson Professional makes you part of a family company with a deep history in the professional market as a leading manufacturer of skincare, cleaning and hygiene products,...

Regional Software Sales Manager (North Central)

  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 6 days ago

Salary Not Available Regional Software Sales Manager (North Central) Motorola Solutions Location: Kansas City, MO - 64118 Positions available: 1 Job #: R55753MO Source: FileImport - Motorola...

Regional Sales Manager - CCI .

  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 6 days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Kansas City, MO-KS Metropolitan Statistical Area $99k - $199k Per Year Regional Sales Manager - CCI. Nilfisk, Inc. Occupation: Sales Managers Location:...

Neuroscience District Sales Manager (Psychiatry) - Great Plains District

  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 6 days ago

Salary Not Available Neuroscience District Sales Manager (Psychiatry) - Great Plains District Vanda Pharmaceuticals Inc. Location: Kansas City, MO - 64118 Positions available: 1 Job #: NEURO002329...

Territory Manager, TMS

  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 6 days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Kansas City, MO-KS Metropolitan Statistical Area $99k - $199k Per Year Territory Manager, TMS ZOLL - Acute Care Technology Occupation: Sales Managers...

Territory Sales Manager - Central Region .

  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 6 days ago
  • Kansas City, MO (18 miles from Blue Springs, MO)
  • 6 days ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Kansas City, MO-KS Metropolitan Statistical Area $99k - $199k Per Year Territory Sales Manager - Central Region. Danone North America Occupation: Sales...

Demographic Data for Blue Springs, MO

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Blue Springs, MO

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Blue Springs, MO offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.3%
High School or GED
18.2%
Associate's Degree
14.3%
Master's Degree
11.5%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.8%
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 Blue Springs, MO
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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