Area Manager Jobs in Trenton, 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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Regional Director, Cardiovascular Sales (Northwest)

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 5 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 5 hours ago

Position Overview** This position is intended to promote the sale of Synapse Cardiovascular and services nationally in collaboration with all FUJIFILM Healthcare Americas Corporation (HCUS) sales...

Senior Field Sales Manager Remote

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 5 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 5 hours ago

About the Role: As a Senior Field Sales Manager, you will elevate your role in driving our business success by representing our products and services with deeper customer understanding. You will...

Power Systems Senior Sales Manager

  • Bristol, PA (8 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Bristol, PA (8 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 18 hours ago

The National Senior Sales Engineer for Power Systems is responsible for developing and selling power control systems & solutions and upgrading existing customer equipment nationally. Solutions...

Regional Sales Manager - Mid-Atlantic

  • Plainsboro, NJ (11 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Plainsboro, NJ (11 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 19 hours ago

TRAC Intermodal is a leading chassis provider in North America helping to facilitate the movement of goods from coast to coast. We have built our brand by staying true to our roots while always...

Vence, a subsidiary of our company's Animal Health is a leading virtual fencing company with an exceptional brand and reputation in the ranching and grazing management segments. The Sales...

Territory Sales Manager

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 1 day 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...

Sr. Territory Manager, Business Development - Surety (Large Contract)

  • Mount Laurel, NJ (20 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ (20 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

If you're passionate about helping people protect what matters most to them, as well as innovating and simplifying processes and operations to provide the best customer value, then Nationwide's...

Territory Manager, Mass Spectrometry - New Jersey

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Bring more to life. Are you ready to accelerate your potential and make a real difference within life sciences, diagnostics and biotechnology? At SCIEX, one of Danaher's 15+ operating companies,...

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T-Mobile Retail District Manager

  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 2 days ago

HAVE THE POWER TO CREATE CHANGE! AVERAGE ALL IN PAY WITH BONUSES AND SPIFFS $80K to $100K PER YEAR Connectivity Source is a team of ambitious, hardworking and outgoing people who are obsessed with...

Outside Rental Sales Manager (Base + Commission)

  • Dayton, NJ (16 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • Dayton, NJ (16 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

Outside Rental Sales Manager – GABRIELLI TRUCK LEASING, LLC About Gabrielli Truck Sales: Gabrielli Truck Sales is one of the largest and most respected truck dealerships in the tri-state area,...

District Sales Manager - Brunswick, NJ

  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 2 days ago

This position is responsible for customer management and administration activities in the assigned district to ensure our customer service expectations and the Regions objectives are achieved. The...

Remote Logistics Sales Manager

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 3 days ago

If you're a powerhouse sales pro who thrives on landing deals and knows your way around refrigerated freight like a pro, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. We’re on the hunt...

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Remote Logistics Sales Manager

  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Hamilton, NJ
  • 3 days ago

If you're a powerhouse sales pro who thrives on landing deals and knows your way around refrigerated freight like a pro, this is the opportunity you've been waiting for. We’re on the hunt...

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Territory Manager

  • Hatboro, PA (19 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 4 days ago
  • Hatboro, PA (19 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 4 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...

Wealth Strategist Market Manager - Private Bank

  • Cherry Hill, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ (24 miles from Trenton, NJ)
  • 7 days ago

Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Trenton, NJ

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Trenton, NJ 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 Trenton, 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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