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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Pre-Owned Sales Manager

  • Thornhill, ON
  • 19 hours ago
  • Thornhill, ON
  • 19 hours ago

Job Summary How would you like to work with one of Canada's most prestigious and well respected automotive groups? Join Auto World Imports Network! Headquartered in Thornhill Ontario, we are a...

Department Sales Manager, Footwear - Leaside

  • Toronto, ON
  • 1 day ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 1 day ago

What youll do The Department Sales Manager is an accountable member of the store management team and responsible for executing Marks store operating model. The DSM demonstrates a positive and...

Department Sales Manager, Hardgoods - Leaside

  • Toronto, ON
  • 1 day ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 1 day ago

What youll do The Department Sales Manager is an accountable member of the store management team and responsible for executing Marks store operating model. The DSM demonstrates a positive and...

Sales Manager - Health & Safety Excellence Program

  • Toronto, ON
  • 1 day ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 1 day ago

TELUS Health is empowering every person to live their healthiest life. Guided by our vision, we are leveraging the power of our leading edge technology and focusing on the uniqueness of each...

Territory Sales Manager

  • Brampton, ON
  • 1 day ago
  • Brampton, ON
  • 1 day ago

Quanex is looking for a Territory Sales Manager to join our North American Fenestration sales team. This is a remote position, but candidates based in Eastern Canada are preferred. Fluency in...

Microsoft Americas Sales Enablement & Operations (SE&O) team plays an essential role in translating Microsoft’s Commercial Strategy to a local execution plan and driving operational excellence to...

Territory Manager, Respiratory-London/Stratford

  • London, ON
  • 1 day ago
  • London, ON
  • 1 day ago

Site Name: Canada Ontario London Posted Date: Jul 10 2025 Are you passionate about delivering meaningful change for patients in Canada? Are you excited by the opportunity to work in a competitive...

Territory Manager, Respiratory-Hamilton

  • Hamilton, ON
  • 1 day ago
  • Hamilton, ON
  • 1 day ago

Site Name: Canada Ontario Hamilton Posted Date: Jul 10 2025 Are you passionate about delivering meaningful change for patients in Canada? Are you excited by the opportunity to work in a...

Regional Sales Manager Toronto, Canada Job Details Bekaert NV

  • Toronto, ON
  • 1 day ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 1 day ago

Be part of something bigger! As the world and the way people live is changing, we at Bekaert believe it's our responsibility to contribute to finding new solutions for the future. With a 140+ year...

National Accessory Sales Manager

  • Oshawa, ON
  • 4 days ago
  • Oshawa, ON
  • 4 days ago

Hybrid - This role is categorized as hybrid. This means the successful candidate is expected to report to the Oshawa Elevation Centre three times per week, at minimum. The National Accessory...

Offline Sales Manager, Canada, Ring

  • Toronto, ON
  • 5 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 5 days ago

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS - Experience: - 8+ years of experience in business leadership and sales, preferably in the home security, technology, or consumer goods sectors. - Proven track record of leading...

Territory Manager

  • Kitchener, ON
  • 7 days ago
  • Kitchener, ON
  • 7 days ago

Work Location Remote - Ontario Job Summary: The Territory Manager will be responsible for driving sales, building & maintaining relationships with Retail Clients and ensuring overall customer...

Territory Manager, Vaccines-Ottawa

  • Ottawa, ON
  • 8 days ago
  • Ottawa, ON
  • 8 days ago

Site Name: Canada Ontario Ottawa Posted Date: Jul 3 2025 Territory Manager, Vaccines-Ottawa We are on the lookout for a high-energy, results-driven sales professional to join our Vaccine team and...

Territory Manager, Vaccines - Ontario

  • Mississauga, ON
  • 9 days ago
  • Mississauga, ON
  • 9 days ago

Site Name: Field Worker - CAN Posted Date: Jul 2 2025 Territory Manager, Vaccines - Ontario We are on the lookout for a high-energy, results-driven sales professional to join our Vaccine team and...

Architectural Sales Manager

  • Toronto, ON
  • 9 days ago
  • Toronto, ON
  • 9 days ago

Your Job We are looking for an Architectural Sales Manager to join our team! The ideal candidate will be based in the greater Toronto area. The Architectural Sales Manager is a highly skilled...

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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
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 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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