Area Manager Jobs in Middlesex, NJ

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 Sales Manager

  • East Orange, NJ (20 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 16 days ago
  • East Orange, NJ (20 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 16 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Foster the customer relationship in a team based selling model. Manage deliveries to the routing schedule published by the transportation department;...

Associate Territory Manager 1- Newark, NJ

  • Newark, NJ (20 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Newark, NJ (20 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 7 hours ago

We anticipate the application window for this opening will close on - 8 Jul 2025 At Medtronic you can begin a life-long career of exploration and innovation, while helping champion healthcare...

Territory Sales Manager Thermal Analysis

  • Newark, NJ (20 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, NJ (20 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 1 day ago

Overview You are... A problem solver who thrives on translating customer challenges into effective technical solutions. An entrepreneur with the drive to grow a thriving business in a competitive...

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Territory Sales Manager, Grocery - Rockville, MD (Mars Wrigley)

  • Newark, NJ (20 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (20 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Job Level: Technical Leadership-T1 Job Description: Territory Sales Manager, Grocery - Mars Wrigley Rockville, MD (Rockville, Germantown, Columbia areas) Must live within the territory bounds The...

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Territory Manager

  • Jersey City, NJ (24 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ (24 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Territory Location: Newark/Jersey City, NJ and New York Who We Are: Aeroflow Health is made up of creative and talented associates who are transforming the home medical equipment industry. Our...

Senior Sales Manager, Textiles (Outside Sales)

  • Nutley, NJ (24 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Nutley, NJ (24 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Modern Meadow was founded to address the pressing global challenge: the materials that underpin the way we live, work, and play and that support our well-being are fundamentally unsustainable....

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Sales Manager

  • Elizabeth, NJ (18 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Elizabeth, NJ (18 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

OVERVIEW Experience a place of energy, passion, and excitement. A place where the joy of discovery and uncommon artistry blend to create exhilarating buying experiences-for true beauty...

Regional Commercial Sales Manager- NE

  • Newark, NJ (20 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (20 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

North American Composites, a subsidiary of IP Corporation, has an exciting opportunity to lead our Northeast Sales team. We are positioned to have another year of strong growth and seek a...

Territory Sales Manager

  • Newark, NJ (20 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 3 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (20 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 3 days ago

Be the spark that powers a brighter future. At PosiGen, we believe clean energy should be affordable and accessible to everyone. We're on a mission to deliver solar energy and energy efficiency...

Sales Market Manager

  • Princeton, NJ (16 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Princeton, NJ (16 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Territory Market Manager Dealer Specialties, a division of Dominion Dealer Solutions Are you an experienced bilingual leader with a passion for the automotive industry? Dealer Specialties is...

Territory Manager, Heavy Equipment

  • South Plainfield, NJ (4 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • South Plainfield, NJ (4 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Join Komatsu and Be Part of Something Big At Komatsu, we lead the construction and heavy equipment industry with cutting-edge technology and innovative solutions that enhance efficiency, safety,...

Assistant Sales Manager

  • Englishtown, NJ (21 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Englishtown, NJ (21 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 4 days ago

Benefits: 401(k) Bonus based on performance Employee discounts Health insurance Paid time off At Midas we are dedicated to providing quality services to customer vehicles in the areas of...

General Industrial Area Sales Manager - Northeast

  • Newark, NJ (20 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 5 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (20 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 5 days ago

This position is open to candidates residing within the Northeast territory of the United States. Preferred locations include, but are not limited to: Newark, NJ; New York, NY; Albany, NY;...

Associate Territory Manager - North New Jersey

  • Newark, NJ (20 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 6 days ago
  • Newark, NJ (20 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 6 days ago

Additional Location(s): US-NJ-Northern Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance At Boston Scientific, well give you the opportunity to harness all...

Category Sales Manager

  • Edison, NJ (6 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Edison, NJ (6 miles from Middlesex, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Salary Range $100,430-$133,050 Position Overview The Manager, Category Sales leads a team of center store and/or perishable sales specialists. The Manager, Category Sales also consults, advises,...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Middlesex, NJ

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Middlesex, NJ 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 Middlesex, NJ
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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