Area Manager Jobs in Salem, OR

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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Sales Manager

  • McMinnville, OR (20 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 1 day ago
  • McMinnville, OR (20 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 1 day ago

OVERVIEW Experience a place of energy, passion, and excitement. A place where the joy of discovery and uncommon artistry blend to create exhilarating buying experiences—for true beauty...

Regional Sales Director, Personal Insurance

  • Salem, OR
  • 2 days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 2 days ago

Who Are We?** Taking care of our customers, our communities and each other. Thats the Travelers Promise. By honoring this commitment, we have maintained our reputation as one of the best property...

Regional Sales Manager - West Region - Energy - Remote

  • Salem, OR
  • 3 days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 3 days ago

Regional Sales Manager - West Region - Energy - Remote Location Salem, OR, 97301, USA Category Sales & Customer Service Job Type Full Time Job Id REGIO007629 Salaried Location Salem, OR, 97301,...

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Senior Regional Sales Manager- Texas

  • Turner, OR (12 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 14 days ago
  • Turner, OR (12 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 14 days ago

Willamette Valley Vineyards CareersEstate in the Salem HillsSenior Regional Sales Manager- Texas Senior Regional Sales Manager- Texas Full-time SMS Email Messenger Facebook Twitter LinkedIn...

Business Unit Sales Manager

  • Canby, OR (24 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 14 days ago
  • Canby, OR (24 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 14 days ago

Business Unit Sales Manager Department: Sales / Marketing Employment Type: Full Time Location: US - Oregon - Canby Reporting To: Mike Pimentel Description Join Franklin Electric on our mission to...

Territory Sales Manager

  • Albany, OR (23 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 21 days ago
  • Albany, OR (23 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 21 days ago

Experience: Requires some directly related work experience in non-durable consumer goods sales. Additional Information: The candidate must live within the geographical assignment....

Territory Sales Representative

  • Woodburn, OR (14 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 28 days ago
  • Woodburn, OR (14 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 28 days ago

Join Our Team as a Territory Manager Where Passion Meets Opportunity! Are you ready to build relationships, drive sales, and make a meaningful impact in the foodservice industry? At US Foods, were...

Market Sales Manager- Pacific Northwest

  • Salem, OR
  • 29 days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 29 days ago

The Market Sales Manager has responsibility for Seattle, WA and Portland, OR, focused on Distribution Partners, A&D firms, and end users resulting in the achievement of profitable quota...

Commercial Sales Manager

  • Silverton, OR (17 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Silverton, OR (17 miles from Salem, OR)
  • 30+ days 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...

Automotive Floorplan Territory Manager

  • Salem, OR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 30+ days ago

Qualities we look for in our Area Manager Bilingual (English, Spanish) Knowledge of the automotive industry (various sectors) Strong financial acumen with working knowledge of key financial tools and...

Sales Manager\Community Relations - The Iris by Bonaventure

  • Salem, OR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 30+ days ago

Bonaventure is Seeking an Experienced Sales Manager Bonaventure Senior Living is seeking an experienced Sales Manager to join our team. The ideal candidate will possess excellent communication...

Regional Director, Modality Solutions (West Coast)

  • Salem, OR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 30+ days ago

Position Overview** The Digital Radiography Sales Specialist is the regional DR and CT expert for all technical and clinical aspects of DR and CT products. He/she is responsible for the...

Pacific NW Regional Sales Director (Life & Related Products)

  • Salem, OR
  • 30+ days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 30+ days ago

Pacific NW Regional Sales Director (Life & Related Products) Salem, OR, US Who We Are: Diversified Brokerage Services (part of NFP, an Aon company) is one of the largest brokerage general agencies...

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Territory Sales Manager-(Central)

  • Salem, OR
  • 45+ days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 45+ days ago

Territory Sales Manager-(Central) (2085)** + Title:Territory Sales Manager-(Central) + Group Company: Mitsubishi Chemical Advanced Materials + Location:Remote + Employment Type:Full time Group...

Solutions Sales Manager

  • Salem, OR
  • 45+ days ago
  • Salem, OR
  • 45+ days ago

This position is fully remote, and candidates must be located in CA, OR, WA (preferred), NV or AZ. Candidates that apply without a resume will not be considered. As the **Retail Solutions Sales...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Salem, OR

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Salem, OR offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.3%
High School or GED
18.2%
Associate's Degree
14.3%
Master's Degree
11.5%
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 Salem, OR
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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