Area Manager Jobs in New York

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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Vacation Sales Manager

  • Cheektowaga, NY
  • 5 hours ago
  • Cheektowaga, NY
  • 5 hours ago

Vacation Sales Managers work in our Retail Marketing team, selling vacation getaways in Bass Pro Shops and Cabelas. Lead a high-performing team in a lively environment, leading 3-4 Sales...

Remote Sales Manager - International Freight Forwarding

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 5 hours ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 5 hours ago

REMOTE SALES MANAGER – INTERNATIONAL FREIGHT FORWARDING We are seeking an energetic and results-driven Sales Manager with a passion for logistics. This is a fantastic opportunity to join a...

Remote Work

Samsung Market Sales Manager

  • Deer Park, NY
  • 12 hours ago
  • Deer Park, NY
  • 12 hours ago

Job Type: Regular Work Location: Market - SAMHE - NY - NY Long Island Overview: 2020 Companies has partnered with Samsung Electronics America to hire a full-time Market Sales Manager! Are you a...

Sr. Sales Manager

  • New York, NY
  • 12 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 12 hours ago

Position Summary Position Description: Samsung Electronics is a global leader in Technology, opening new possibilities for people everywhere. Through relentless innovation and discovery, we are...

Sales Manager (Part Time) - 24H210

  • Riverhead, NY
  • 12 hours ago
  • Riverhead, NY
  • 12 hours ago

Employee Type: Regular If you are a CURRENT Carters employee, you MUST apply through the Internal Career Link within the My Career & Performance app in Workday. Do not apply using the below...

Territory Sales Manager - Northeast

  • Buffalo, NY
  • 12 hours ago
  • Buffalo, NY
  • 12 hours ago

Creating A Healthier Way of Living Rinnai America Corporation is the leader in tankless water heating, a technology that is growing rapidly as businesses and homes “yank the tank” and convert to...

District Sales Manager

  • Queens Village, NY
  • 13 hours ago
  • Queens Village, NY
  • 13 hours ago

District Sales Manager - In the Field New York, NY/ Long Island, NY Make Your Mark. Shape Your Future. It takes great people to achieve greatness. People with a sense of purpose and integrity....

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AF Solutions Territory Manager - Buffalo/Rochester/Syracuse, NY

  • Syracuse, NY
  • 15 hours ago
  • Syracuse, NY
  • 15 hours ago

Additional Location(s): US-NY-Rochester/Pittsford; US-NY-Syracuse Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance At Boston Scientific, well give you the...

Inside Territory Manager - New York

  • Troy, NY
  • 15 hours ago
  • Troy, NY
  • 15 hours ago

We are Farmers! We are more than just your favorite commercials. At Farmers, we strive to deliver peace of mind to our customers by providing protection and comprehensive advice and delivering in...

Account Sales Manager

  • Middletown, NY
  • 15 hours ago
  • Middletown, NY
  • 15 hours ago

Work Location Type: Onsite About Grainger: W.W. Grainger, Inc., is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom. At Grainger, We Keep...

District Sales Manager, Buffalo/NiagaraFalls/Rochester NY

  • Rochester, NY
  • 22 hours ago
  • Rochester, NY
  • 22 hours ago

If you are a sales professional, looking for an opportunity to grow, Emerson has an exciting opportunity for you! We are looking for a dedicated candidate to take on a District Sales Manager (DSM)...

Field Sales Manager, Enterprise, Google Cloud

  • New York, NY
  • 23 hours ago
  • New York, NY
  • 23 hours ago

Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. 10 years of experience with quota-carrying cloud or software sales, or account management at a B2B software company....

FT Assistant Produce Sales Manager

  • Middletown, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • Middletown, NY
  • 1 day ago

Strong understanding of store operations and merchandising techniques preferred. Effective communication, customer service, and selling skills....

Regional Sales Director, Oncology Sales - New York

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Company Description Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on guarding wellness and giving every person more time free from cancer. Founded in 2012, Guardant is...

Regional Event Sales Manager

  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago
  • New York, NY
  • 1 day ago

Summary As a Regional Event Sales Manager at SPIN, you are responsible for executing sales strategies within a designated geographic region(s). You will lead sales team members, manage client...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in New York

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in New York 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 New York
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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