Area Manager Jobs in Canton, OH

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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Industrial Territory Sales Manager (MidWest Region)

  • Canton, OH
  • 9 hours ago
  • Canton, OH
  • 9 hours ago

Territory Sales Manager Job Objective : Territory Sales Manager will be responsible for successful daily management execution and generation of leads to grow (organically/inorganically) the team....

Territory Sales Manager

  • New Philadelphia, OH (24 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 11 hours ago
  • New Philadelphia, OH (24 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 11 hours ago

Gradall Industries takes great pride in being a top employer in the Tuscarawas County area for more than four generations. As a company, we are dedicated to building an outstanding team of...

Distributor Territory Manager (Ohio/Michigan)

  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 12 hours ago

The Opportunity: The Distributor Territory Manager works with the Distributor Sales team to manage their assigned territory (Ohio and Michigan) and drive product demand while maintaining...

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Territory Manager (US)

  • Rittman, OH (23 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Rittman, OH (23 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 12 hours ago

Unilock, North America's leading manufacturer of premier Architectural Concrete Paving Stones and Engineered Retaining Wall Systems, has an immediate opening for an Outside Sales Representative...

Assistant Sales Manager

  • Canton, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Canton, OH
  • 1 day ago

Assistant Sales Manager Reports To Branch Manager FLSA Status Non- Exempt Schedule: Full-time, 40 hours Monday through Friday. Saturday hours required seasonally and as business needs require....

National Sales Manager

  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 2 days ago

Build your Career with an Industry Leader LSI's heritage spans more than 40 years, beginning in 1976 when the company was founded. The company employs about 1,500 people at 16 manufacturing plants...

Regional Sales Director - East

  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 5 days ago

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since...

Area Sales Manager

  • Canton, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Canton, OH
  • 7 days ago

Overview Are you in search of a new career opportunity that makes a meaningful impact? If so, now is the time to find your calling at Enhabit Home Health & Hospice. As a national leader in...

Sales Manager-Canton, OH

  • Canton, OH
  • 11 days ago
  • Canton, OH
  • 11 days ago

Location: Canton, US-OH Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Sales Manager-Canton, OH Together We Innovate. Together We Change Altria Group Distribution Company is currently seeking a qualified...

Area Sales Manager

  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 15 days ago
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 15 days ago

Overview Are you in search of a new career opportunity that makes a meaningful impact? If so, now is the time to find your calling at Enhabit Home Health & Hospice. As a national leader in...

Territory Sales Manager- Payroll/HCM

  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 17 days ago
  • Akron, OH (18 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 17 days ago

Essential Responsibilities: Crush sales presentations with enthusiasm and finesse Use Atlas CRM on your iPad or tablet to show clients why we're the cool kids on the block Educate business owners and...

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Area Sales Manager, Home Centers, Seattle

  • Kent, OH (23 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 18 days ago
  • Kent, OH (23 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 18 days ago

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RETAIL DISTRICT MANAGER UNASSIGNED Akron-Medina

  • Norton, OH (19 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 20 days ago
  • Norton, OH (19 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 20 days ago

WORK EXPERIENCE and/or EDUCATION: Four+ years retail management experience with progressively more responsibility, managing multi-unit operations in retail, grocery or convenience store operations with...

District Sales Manager

  • Carrollton, OH (22 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 21 days ago
  • Carrollton, OH (22 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 21 days ago

Job Summary The role of the District Manager, Sales is to drive sales thru the Sales Pro team to grow commercial sales and overall NAPA Commercial Value Proposition. The leader is responsible for...

Regional Sales Manager

  • Cuyahoga Falls, OH (24 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 24 days ago
  • Cuyahoga Falls, OH (24 miles from Canton, OH)
  • 24 days ago

Post Regional Sales Manager Job Category: Management Requisition Number: SLEEP001987 Posting Details Posted: April 3, 2025 Full-Time Locations Showing 1 location Cuyahoga Falls, OH 44221, USA +10...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Canton, OH

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Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Canton, OH 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 Canton, OH
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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