Area Manager Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

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 Market Support - Pittsburgh

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 10 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 10 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES while covering for other Territory Managers: Foster the customer relationship in a team based selling model. Manage deliveries to the routing schedule...

Business Development / Sales Manager & Estimator

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 10 hours ago

Our client, a leading commercial glass and glazing company, is seeking experienced professionals for two key roles: Business Development / Sales Manager and Estimator to join their team. Both...

Regional Sales Manager

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 19 hours ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 19 hours ago

The Market Sales Manager oversees and drives the Value-Added Services (VAS) sales, customer experience, Associate development and regulatory compliance as a member of the management team. Lead...

Key Account Sales Manager, Optical

  • Monroeville, PA (7 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Monroeville, PA (7 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 1 day ago

Monroeville, PA 1 DAYS AGO 21669130 Summary Monroeville, PA Competitive Salary 5 Years Experience Bachelor's degree No Commisssion 40.00 hours per week / Day Shift /Full-Time Description Reference...

Strategic Market Manager

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 1 day ago

Pittsburgh, PA 1 DAYS AGO 21669146 Summary Pittsburgh, PA Competitive Salary 10 Years Experience Bachelor's degree No Commisssion 40.00 hours per week / Day Shift /Full-Time Description Reference...

Sr Sales Manager - Product Sales Specialist

  • Charleroi, PA (15 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Charleroi, PA (15 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Description Summary Customer facing staff responsible for winning business Impacts approaches, projects and programs in the functional area or affected business organization and ways of...

General Sales Manager

  • North Huntingdon, PA (9 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 4 days ago
  • North Huntingdon, PA (9 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 4 days ago

General Sales Manager NORTH HUNTINGTON, PA Sales Job Type Full-time Description #1 Cochran is actively seeking an experienced General Sales Manager for our North Huntingdon Toyota Showroom! The...

Regional Business Manager

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 6 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 6 days ago

We understand that the world we want tomorrow starts with how we do business today, and thats why were inspired to make A Better World for Pets. Antech is comprised of a diverse team of...

District Sales Manager

  • Pgh Int Arprt, PA (21 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Pgh Int Arprt, PA (21 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 7 days ago

Requisition ID: 894659 Store #: E00814 Selling - District 50 FIELD Position:Full-TimeTotal Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information If you've worn a pair of glasses, we've already met. We are a...

Territory Sales Manager, Siding & Trim

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 7 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 7 days ago

Pittsburgh, PA 1 DAYS AGO 21645234 Summary Pittsburgh, PA Competitive Salary 5 Years Experience High school graduate or equivalency certificate (GED) No Commisssion 40.00 hours per week / Day...

Market Manager - Forefoot ENE

  • Wexford, PA (20 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Wexford, PA (20 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 7 days ago

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient's mobility is enhanced...

Territory Manager Market Support

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 8 days ago

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! The primary purpose of this position is to develop and manage...

Large Format Sales District Leader

  • Youngwood, PA (18 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Youngwood, PA (18 miles from Pittsburgh, PA)
  • 8 days 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...

Customer Sales Manager, C&S

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 8 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 8 days ago

Job Description Due to customer connectivity, we require this role to be located in the Northeast portion of the United States. Pennsylvania highly preferred. Here at Kraft Heinz, our US Sales...

District Sales Manager

  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 9 days ago
  • Pittsburgh, PA
  • 9 days ago

Requisition ID: 894659 Store # : E00814 Selling - District 50 FIELD Position: Full-Time Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information If youve worn a pair of glasses, weve already met. We are a...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Pittsburgh, PA

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Pittsburgh, PA 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
7.8%
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 Pittsburgh, PA
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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