Area Manager Jobs in Ontario

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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Regional Sales Manager

  • Toronto, ON
  • 10 hours ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 10 hours ago

About AGF: Founded in 1957, AGF Management Limited (AGF) is an independent and globally diverse asset management firm. Our companies deliver excellence in investing in the public and private...

Sales Manager

  • Windsor, ON
  • 1 day ago
  • Windsor, ON
  • 1 day ago

Join the ride! Position: Sales Manager Dealership: Premier Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC Lo cation : Windsor, ON Classification: Full-Time, Immediate Hire Premier Chevrolet Cadillac Buick GMC is...

Join our team The Consumer Base Management team is looking for a Senior Market Manager to fill a role that will allow us to drive best in class migrations from prepaid to postpaid. The successful...

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Market Manager - TCL

  • Ottawa, ON
  • 2 days ago
  • Ottawa, ON
  • 2 days ago

Passionate about Home Theater? Join our TCL Team as a Market Development Manager and Transform the Entertainment Experience! ActionLink is hiring a Market Development Manager (MDM) who will be...

Area Sales Manager (Richmond Hill, ON)

  • Richmond Hill, ON
  • 3 days ago
  • Richmond Hill, ON
  • 3 days ago

Were building a relationship-oriented bank for the modern world. We need talented, passionate professionals who are dedicated to doing whats right for our clients. At CIBC, we embrace your...

Regional Director, Continuous Improvement & Engineering

  • Trenton, ON
  • 3 days ago
  • Trenton, ON
  • 3 days ago

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more...

Cluster Sales Manager

  • Burlington, ON
  • 8 days ago
  • Burlington, ON
  • 8 days ago

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

Enterprise Sales Manager

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 8 days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 8 days ago

Primary Job Posting Location: Mississauga, Ontario Canada Before you apply to a job, select your language preference from the options available at the top right of this page. Explore your next...

Commercial Sales Manager

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 8 days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 8 days ago

Commercial Sales Manager Location : This is a hybrid opportunity in Toronto, Ontario. Now is the time to bring your expertise to this role for a Fortune 500 Solutions Integrator where success and...

Area Sales Manager (Building Automation)

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 8 days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 8 days ago

Country: Canada Location: LOC13058 6060 Burnside Court Unit 1, Mississauga, ON, L5T 2T5, Canada Additional Locations: Kanata (ON), Montreal (QC) About Carrier Carrier Global Corporation, global...

Regional Sales Manager (GTA)

  • Thornhill, ON
  • 9 days ago
  • Thornhill, ON
  • 9 days ago

We use technology to solve problems in spaces, light, and more things to come for our customers, our communities, and our planet. Acuity Brands, Inc. (NYSE: AYI) is a market-leading industrial...

Event Sales Manager - Toronto Airport Area

  • Toronto, ON
  • 10 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 10 days ago

Position Overview The Sales Manager is responsible for effectively guiding customers through event experiences, identifying solutions that meet their goals and objectives, resulting in a...

Bilingual Sales Manager - Insurance

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 10 days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 10 days ago

Are you bilingual in English and French? Have you got insurance brokerage experience, but an interest in the software that keeps everything running? Are you a quick learner with a track record of...

Territory Manager (Beer) - GTA North/Barrie (14 month contract)

  • Toronto, ON
  • 10 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 10 days ago

What You Need To Know Open your future to incredible career potential. Work for an industry leader who invests in their people. Southern Glazers Wine & Spirits is North Americas preeminent wine...

Rental Territory Manager

  • Oakville, ON
  • 11 days ago
  • Oakville, ON
  • 11 days ago

Career Area: Sales Job Description: Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc. When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do but also about...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Ontario

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Ontario offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.9%
High School or GED
18.8%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
Master's Degree
11.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.0%
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 Ontario
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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