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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Territory Manager

  • 2020 Companies
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 6 hours ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 6 hours ago

Job Type: Regular Work Location: Market - AMRET - OH - Cincinnati 142 Overview: 2020 Companies is hiring Territory Managers who are experts in brand advocacy and merchant visits! Schedule: Monday...

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Retail District Manager - Central Ohio

  • Huntington Bancshares Inc
  • Newark, OH
  • 18 hours ago
  • Newark, OH
  • 18 hours ago

Description Summary: Our branch banking roles offer a welcoming and inclusive team environment where you are empowered every day to help our customers achieve their financial goals. Our branch...

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Territory Manager II

  • Swisher
  • Toledo, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Toledo, OH
  • 2 days ago

For the past 162 years, Swisher has been an industry leader known for its iconic products and commitment to high quality standards. With a rich history, Swisher serves adult consumers through a...

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Field Manager

  • American Greetings
  • Youngstown, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Youngstown, OH
  • 2 days ago

AMERICAN GREETINGS has an exciting career opportunity based in the Youngstown, OH area for an experienced candidate with a background in sales or retail management and a desire to jump into the...

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Wholesale Territory Manager

  • VUC Inc.
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 3 days ago

Develop, execute, and maintain territory business plans, evaluating performance data, and providing action plans to Area Manager; Assume accountability for individual site profitability and the attainment...

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DC Area Supervisor

  • Home Depot
  • Van Buren, OH
  • 3 days ago
  • Van Buren, OH
  • 3 days ago

The DC Area Supervisor leads an hourly team and influences the entire distribution team to do the fast-paced work required to run the distribution center as efficiently, safely and productively as...

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RETAIL DISTRICT MANAGER UNASSIGNED in AKRON, OH

  • Dollar General Corporation
  • Norton, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Norton, OH
  • 4 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...

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Sales Manager (Part Time)

  • Carter's Retail Inc.
  • Dublin, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Dublin, OH
  • 5 days ago

If you are a CURRENT Carter's employee, do not apply via this external application. Search "Browse Jobs" in Workday to apply internally. Love what you do. Carter's Careers. As a Part Time Sales...

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Market Manager - Ohio

  • The Vita Coco Company
  • Columbus, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 5 days ago

As the Market Manager, you'll lead efforts to achieve revenue, depletion, distribution and retail execution goals by improving performance with our distributor partners in your assigned Market....

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Retail District Manager Unassigned Canton, OH (Future Growth)

  • Dollar General
  • Canton, OH
  • 6 days ago
  • Canton, OH
  • 6 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...

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District Leader - Midwest Region

  • Carhartt
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 7 days ago

Position Details: Title: District Leader (Midwest Region) Department: D2C Reports to: Director Store Operations- D2C Location: Dearborn, MI Job Classification: Remote FLSA Status: Exempt Job Band: Manager...

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Retail Branch Manager

  • Woodforest Bank
  • Celina, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Celina, OH
  • 7 days ago

Take the next step toward your new career today! Become a part of the diverse and inclusive team within our nationally recognized award-winning Bank that is one of the strongest in the nation....

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Retail District Manager Unassigned

  • Dollar General
  • Dayton, OH
  • 8 days ago
  • Dayton, OH
  • 8 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...

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Retail Regional Manager

  • AutoZone, Inc.
  • Youngstown, OH
  • 8 days ago
  • Youngstown, OH
  • 8 days ago

Huntington National Bank Keyword Location Search view all jobs Retail Regional Manager - Pittsburgh, Youngstown, and Ohio Valley areas Pittsburgh, PA Posted 2 days ago Apply Now Description...

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RETAIL DISTRICT MANAGER UNASSIGNED in ELYRIA, OH

  • Dollar General Corporation
  • Elyria, OH
  • 8 days ago
  • Elyria, OH
  • 8 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...

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Demographic Data for Ohio

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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
43.5%
High School or GED
17.1%
Associate's Degree
14.0%
Master's Degree
12.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.6%
Some College
4.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%
Some High School
0.4%

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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