Area Manager Jobs in Columbus, 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, Ostomy Care - Columbus / Cleveland

  • Columbus, OH
  • moments ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • moments ago

Pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch: Convatec is a global medical products and technologies company, focused on solutions for the management of chronic conditions,...

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Catering Sales Manager at Renaissance Westerville

  • Westerville, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Westerville, OH (6 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 11 hours ago

Join Our Team as a Catering & Sales Manager! Are you passionate about creating unforgettable events? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic environment where every day brings new opportunities to...

District Sales Manager

  • Columbus, OH
  • 19 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 19 hours ago

At Crescent Hotels & Resorts, we are a team of hospitality professionals that are deeply connected to & proud of the exceptional experiences we provide for our guests. More than that, we know our...

Territory Manager (Dermatology) (Columbus OH)

  • Columbus, OH
  • 22 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 22 hours ago

orientation and all administrative responsibilities Strong business acumen and ability to understand market opportunities Strong knowledge of the business and market in the assigned territory is preferred...

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Regional Director - Midwest

  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago

Regional Director - Midwest Professional Service Industries, Inc. (Intertek-PSI) is searching for a Regional Director to join our Building & Construction team in our Midwest Region which consist...

Territory Manager Great Lakes Region

  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago

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

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Territory Manager, Ostomy Care - Columbus

  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago

Pioneering trusted medical solutions to improve the lives we touch: Convatec is a global medical products and technologies company, focused on solutions for the management of chronic conditions,...

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Regional Director of Account Management

  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago

JOIN TEAM TRILOGYAre you compassionately committed to customer service? If so, we would like to hear from you!Synchrony Pharmacy, a subsidiary of Trilogy Health Services LLC, is seeking a Regional...

Clinical Regional Sales Manager-East

  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 days 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...

Solution Sales Manager - Columbus/Dayton, OH Marke

  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 days ago

at Covanta Projects LLC in Columbus, Ohio, United States Job Description Who we are For more than 40 years, Reworld has been a leader in sustainable waste solutions, providing our customers with...

Regional Sales Director - East

  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 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...

Sales Manager (Part Time) - 24H210

  • Sunbury, OH (14 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 4 days ago
  • Sunbury, OH (14 miles from Columbus, OH)
  • 4 days 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- Payroll/HCM

  • Columbus, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 5 days ago

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

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Territory Sales Manager Southeast OH

  • Columbus, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 5 days ago

Are you ready to embark on an incredible journey with Purple Wave Auction? We have an exciting opportunity just for you! We are searching for a fast-paced, self-starter motivated to conquer...

Senior Field Sales Manager, SaaS Remote

  • Columbus, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 5 days ago

_*You may work from a remote home office location anywhere in the Central, Mountain or Pacific U.S. time zones*_** **Research and Learning, US (CCHGroup.com)** is part of Wolters Kluwer Tax &...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Columbus, OH

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Columbus, 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 Columbus, 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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