Area Manager Jobs in Cleveland, 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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Territory Manager Great Lakes Region

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 2 hours ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 2 hours ago

Territory Manager Great Lakes Region This role has been designated as Remote/Teleworker', which means you will primarily work from home. Who We Are: Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the global...

Remote Work

Regional Operations Manager

  • Mayfield Heights, OH (11 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Mayfield Heights, OH (11 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 20 hours ago

Support personnel including VPs, Area Managers, Market Managers, Business Development Managers, Recruiters and Compliance Advocates in business best practices, process, reporting and training....

IWD Distribution Sales Manager

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 1 day ago

The purpose of this position is to contribute to the Distribution Region and Industrial Wood Division performance by generating Sales and Profit. This Sales Area will focus on driving business...

Area Sales Manager - Specialty Rental (ASM - Outside Salesperson) - Brunswick, OH

  • Brunswick, OH (19 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brunswick, OH (19 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 2 days ago

Customer service orientation and ability to keep the commitments and build trust....

Territory Sales Manager

  • Middleburg Heights, OH (9 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 3 days ago
  • Middleburg Heights, OH (9 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 3 days ago

Job Description: We are currently seeking a Territory Manager in the Cleveland area to join our team. Key Responsabilities: Ability to analyze market conditions and implement long-term marketing...

Sr Sales Manager

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 5 days ago

Summary** Unison is the leading provider of differentiated engine controls, accessories, and performance monitoring solutions in the Aerospace, Defense & Space segments. Serving both original...

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Regional Sales Director - East

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Cleveland, 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...

Territory Manager, Vision Care - Cleveland E, OH

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 5 days ago

Bausch + Lomb (NYSE/TSX: BLCO) is a leading global eye health company dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight for millions of people around the worldfrom the moment of birth...

Area Sales Manager, Channel

  • Lakewood, OH (5 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lakewood, OH (5 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 6 days ago

Area Sales Manager, ChannelAt ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion,...

Oncology Regional Sales Manager - East Region

  • Lakewood, OH (5 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lakewood, OH (5 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 6 days ago

Help us change livesAt Exact Sciences, we're helpingchange how the world prevents, detects and guides treatment for cancer. We give patients and clinicians the clarity needed to make confident...

Rental Sales Manager

  • Walton Hills, OH (11 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Walton Hills, OH (11 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 6 days ago

Join the Hogan team! The Rental Sales Manager (RSM) position is responsible for the sales & operational activities of our commercial truck rental product line, including: business development,...

Territory Manager

  • Lakewood, OH (5 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 7 days ago
  • Lakewood, OH (5 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 7 days ago

Why Choose Us?Novolex is a leader in packaging innovation, choice and sustainability. We manufacture products in paper, plastic and sustainable materials for the food, retail, health and...

Regional Sales Manager

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 7 days ago

The Regional Sales Manager (RSM) is a consultative sales leadership role responsible for leading a team of sales representatives in working with the end users and all levels of the Distributor...

AF Solutions Territory Manager - Cleveland, OH

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 7 days ago

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

Enterprise Sales Manager

  • Westlake, OH (12 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 8 days ago
  • Westlake, OH (12 miles from Cleveland, OH)
  • 8 days ago

About Goosehead Since 2003, Goosehead Insurance has been disrupting the insurance industry by giving clients the power of choice, utilizing a smarter marketing approach, and delivering world-class...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Cleveland, OH

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Cleveland, 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 Cleveland, 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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