Area Manager Jobs in New Jersey

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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Senior National Sales Manager (Fleet Services)

  • Newark, NJ
  • 10 days ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 10 days ago

Are you an explorer and adventurer at heart? Does breaking new ground and blazing unique paths resonate with you? If so, we might have a spot for you at Cox Automotive Mobility Fleet Services...

Area Sales Manager

  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 4 hours ago
  • Atlantic City, NJ
  • 4 hours ago

Area Sales Manager Atlantic City, NJ | Remote About Western Funding Inc. Western Funding, a dynamic and fast-growing auto finance company, believes in PEOPLE with the PURPOSE and PASSION to assist...

Commercial Sales Manager

  • Union, NJ
  • 12 hours ago
  • Union, NJ
  • 12 hours 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...

Sales Manager

  • Green Brook, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Green Brook, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Job Details Job Location: Green Brook Township, NJ Position Type: Full Time Salary Range: $50000.00 - $120000.00 Base+Commission/year Travel Percentage: Up to 25% Job Shift: Any Job Category:...

Sales Manager (Part Time) - 24H210

  • Jackson, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Jackson, NJ
  • 1 day ago

If you are a CURRENT Carters employee, do not apply via this external application. Search "Browse Jobs" in Workday to apply internally. Love what you do. Carters Careers. As a Part Time Sales...

Territory Manager - Remote

  • Iselin, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Iselin, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Territory Manager - Remote Iselin, NJ, US, 08830 Leveraging its deep expertise as the global leader in catalysis and precious metals, BASF Environmental Catalyst and Metal Solutions (ECMS) serves...

Remote Work

Regional Business Manager (Northeast) JJMT - Neurovascular

  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • New Brunswick, NJ
  • 2 days ago

At Johnson & Johnson,we believe health is everything. Our strength in healthcare innovation empowers us to build aworld where complex diseases are prevented, treated, and cured,where treatments...

Registered Nurse: Regional Director of Resident Care

  • Paterson, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Paterson, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Joining the Benchmark Senior Living team means putting your passion to work. Our associates feel a sense of belonging with the care that they provide, empowered by the open and reliable team that...

Inside Sales Manager

  • Bayonne, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Bayonne, NJ
  • 2 days ago

As the Inside Sales Manager, you will be responsible for the execution of strategic direction, development, and performance of inside sales activities in assigned markets. You will work...

Regional Operations Manager - Newark, NJ (In Field/Remote)

  • Ogdensburg, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Ogdensburg, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Who We Are: At OPENLANE we make wholesale easy so our customers can be more successful. Were a technology company building the worlds most advancedand uncomplicateddigital marketplace for used...

Remote Work

Sales Manager - Cadillac

  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Mount Laurel, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Job Description: Job Duties: Build, train, motivate, and maintain a quality sales organization. Assist in hiring of sales consultants and conduct in-depth initial training sessions covering...

Business Development Manager / Sales Manager

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 2 days ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 2 days ago

Business Development Manager / Sales Manager Location: Jersey City, New Jersey Type: Direct Hire For immediate consideration, please connect with me on LinkedIn at and then email your resume, work...

DC Area Supervisor

  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Perth Amboy, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Position Purpose: The DC Area Supervisor leads an hourly team and influences the entire distribution team to do the fast-paced work required to run the distribution center as efficiently, safely...

Location: Anywhere in Country At EY, were all in to shape your future with confidence. Well help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you...

Sales Manager Portfolio Growth Center

  • Morristown, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Morristown, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Location: Morristown, NJ, United States Job ID: 82786 We Elevate... Quality of urban life Our elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in New Jersey

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in New Jersey 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 New Jersey
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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