Area Manager Jobs in Ohio

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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General Sales Manager

  • Columbus, OH
  • 13 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 13 days ago

Salem Media Group, a leading multimedia media company specializing in Conservative and Christian content, is seeking an energetic and strategic General Sales Manager to lead our radio and digital...

Territory Manager

  • Columbus, OH
  • 11 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 11 days ago

What We Do : SRS Distribution Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Home Depot, consists of a family of industry-leading, independent roofing distributors. SRS has grown rapidly through...

Territory Manager

  • Elyria, OH
  • 16 days ago
  • Elyria, OH
  • 16 days ago

What We Do : SRS Distribution Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Home Depot, consists of a family of industry-leading, independent roofing distributors. SRS has grown rapidly through...

Direct Sales Manager

  • Toledo, OH
  • 11 days ago
  • Toledo, OH
  • 11 days ago

Sales Management Daily field hours: 2:30pm - 8:30pm Qualifications: 3+ years of Outside Sales experience, supervisory preferred Ability to work efficiently with technical devices including laptops,...

Territory Sales Manager

  • Obetz, OH
  • 4 hours ago
  • Obetz, OH
  • 4 hours ago

At WillScot (NASDAQ WSC), our 4000+ people are at the heart of everything we do. In addition to providing industry-leading pay and benefits, we provide opportunities for development and upward...

Northeast Territory Sales Manager - NDT Radiography Systems

  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 4 hours ago

Are you a sales professional that is motivated to win business? Do you enjoy developing and contributing to strategic & tactical sales plans? Join our Waygate team! As the world leader in...

Area Sales Manager

  • Cleveland, OH
  • 4 hours ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 4 hours ago

Area Sales Manager Cleveland, OH | 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 our...

Sales District Leader Trainee - Piketon, OH

  • Piketon, OH
  • 5 hours ago
  • Piketon, OH
  • 5 hours ago

Overview We are PepsiCo Sales. We are game changers, mountain movers and history makers. We are a diverse group, spread among 200 countries and united by a shared set of values and goals. That's...

Regional Sales Manager - South Atlantic Region

  • Beachwood, OH
  • 12 hours ago
  • Beachwood, OH
  • 12 hours ago

BUILD YOUR FUTURE WHILE YOU HELP BUILD A BETTER WORLD! Tremco Construction Products Group brings together Roofing & Building Maintenance, Commercial Sealants, Waterproofing divisions, Tremco...

Territory Sales Manager

  • Columbus, OH
  • 12 hours ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 12 hours ago

At WillScot (NASDAQ WSC), our 4000+ people are at the heart of everything we do. In addition to providing industry-leading pay and benefits, we provide opportunities for development and upward...

Commercial Sales Manager

  • Ironton, OH
  • 12 hours ago
  • Ironton, OH
  • 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...

Northeast Territory Sales Manager - NDT Radiography Systems

  • Grove City, OH
  • 12 hours ago
  • Grove City, OH
  • 12 hours ago

Are you a sales professional that is motivated to win business? Do you enjoy developing and contributing to strategic & tactical sales plans? Join our Waygate team! As the world leader in...

Hotel Sales Manager

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

Hotel Sales Manager The Ohio State University - 4.1 Columbus, OH Job Details Full-time 1 day ago Qualifications Sales Customer service Mid-level High school diploma or GED Prospecting Computer...

Territory Sales Manager (Cleveland/Akron, Ohio)

  • Akron, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Akron, OH
  • 1 day ago

If you're excited about this role but don't meet every qualification, we still encourage you to apply! At Grange, we value growth and are committed to supporting continuous learning and skill...

Are you a sales professional that is motivated to win business? Do you enjoy developing and contributing to strategic & tactical sales plans? Join our Waygate team! As the world leader in...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Ohio

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Ohio 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 Ohio
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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