Area Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania

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

  • Lansdale, PA
  • 9 hours ago
  • Lansdale, PA
  • 9 hours ago

Who We Are: At AFC (Automotive Finance Corporation) we fuel the entrepreneurial dream in our community. For more than 35 years, weve been committed to making dreams come true for independent car...

Territory Sales Manager

  • Lansdale, PA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Lansdale, PA
  • 21 hours ago

Who We Are: At AFC (Automotive Finance Corporation) we fuel the entrepreneurial dream in our community. For more than 35 years, weve been committed to making dreams come true for independent car...

Territory Manager - York-Harrisburg, PA

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 1 day ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Foster the customer relationship in a team based selling model. Manage deliveries to the routing schedule published by the transportation department;...

Territory Manager- Lancaster, PA

  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Lancaster, PA
  • 1 day ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Foster the customer relationship in a team based selling model. Manage deliveries to the routing schedule published by the transportation department;...

Direct Sales Manager

  • Strausstown, PA
  • 1 day ago
  • Strausstown, PA
  • 1 day ago

At a glance: A sales leadership role with 70% of time spent in the field and 30% spent in the office, leading and coaching a team of Outside Sales Representatives selling ADT's core residential...

Car Sales Manager

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 18 days ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 18 days ago

A Day in the Life: Manage retail business including sales process, finance, and sales team. Assist in the management of all other store processes as needed and support omni-channel sales. Wage:...

Sales Manager

  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 18 days ago
  • Bethlehem, PA
  • 18 days ago

Sales Manager Pennsylvania Branch 700 Uline Way, Allentown, PA 18106 Morning Calls Top Large Employer of 2025! Strong customer relationships built on trust - thats the foundation of Ulines sales...

Territory Manager - Chester-Delaware Counties

  • Chester, PA
  • 26 days ago
  • Chester, PA
  • 26 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Foster the customer relationship in a team based selling model. Manage deliveries to the routing schedule published by the transportation department;...

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...

Sales Manager - Performance Vehicle Development - Central & NE Pennsylvania

  • North East, PA
  • 3 hours ago
  • North East, PA
  • 3 hours ago

What We Do FOX Factory designs, engineers, manufactures and markets performance-defining products and systems for customers worldwide. Our premium brand, performance-defining products and systems...

Remote Work

Account Sales Manager

  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Harrisburg, PA
  • 6 hours ago

Reporting to the District Sales Manager, the Account Sales Manager's (ASM) primary function is to perform outside sales of product inventory while driving an assigned route of accounts. You will...

Sales Manager - Northeast

  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Philadelphia, PA
  • 6 hours ago

Are you looking for more? At Mohawk Industries, were committed to more more customer solutions, more process improvements, more sustainable manufacturing and more opportunities for our team. As a...

Associate Territory Manager, RWS Scranton, PA

  • Scranton, PA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Scranton, PA
  • 6 hours ago

Associate Territory Manager, Regenerative Wound Solutions (RWS) Scranton Department : RWS Location: Scranton, PA Job Type: Full-Time Clinical Status: Vendor Credentialed Shift: Variable, 80%...

Territory Sales Manager (PA)

  • United, PA
  • 11 hours ago
  • United, PA
  • 11 hours ago

Territory Sales Manager (PA) Pennsylvania, PA, United States Fully Remote: location specific - As long as you live in the state specified in the job posting, you are not required to work in an...

Remote Work

Qualifications High school diploma or GED required. Bachelor's degree preferred. 2+ years experience in consumer products/direct store delivery sales required....

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Pennsylvania

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Pennsylvania offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.8%
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 Pennsylvania
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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