Area Manager Jobs in Smyrna, TN

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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Car Sales Manager

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 14 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 14 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:...

Regional Sales Manager Architectural Focus

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 11 hours ago

Regional Sales Manager - Architectural Focus (2053)** + Title:Regional Sales Manager - Architectural Focus + Group Company: Mitsubishi Chemical ALPOLIC + Location:Remote Group Company: +...

Regional Sales Director

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 14 hours ago

Allied Universal, North America's leading security and facility services company, offers rewarding careers that provide you a sense of purpose. While working in a dynamic, welcoming, and...

Regional Business Manager, GenFlex - North Region

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 14 hours ago

Job purpose The Regional Business Manager (RBM) for GenFlex Roofing Systems is responsible for driving sales growth, managing regional sales representatives, and executing business strategies to...

RETAIL DISTRICT MANAGER UNASSIGNED, Murfreesboro, TN

  • Murfreesboro, TN (16 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Murfreesboro, TN (16 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago

WORK EXPERIENCE and/or EDUCATION: Four+ years retail management experience with progressively more responsibility, managing multi-unit operations in retail, grocery or convenience store operations with...

Sales Manager

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Conrad Nashville 1620 West End Avenue Nashville, TN 37203 234 Room Hotel Managed By Northwood Hospitality Apply Now Save this job SHARE THIS JOB Email Tweet Facebook LinkedIn Compensation: N/A,...

Senior National Sales Manager

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Company Cox Automotive - USA Job Family Group Sales Job Profile Sr National Sales Manager - CAI Management Level Sr Manager - Non People Leader Flexible Work Option Can work remotely but need to...

Traveling Solar Construction Field Manager

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Goal: Ensure solar tracker installations exceed customer expectations and develop customer loyalty through high-quality performance and technical support. Responsibilities: Technical Support:...

Commercial Sales Manager

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Commercial Sales Manager 1707 River Hills Drive, Nashville, Tennessee, US, 37210 Sales Full-Time 4544 or Register Job Description Beacon is now QXO! We're looking for bold, entrepreneurial talent...

Sales Manager (Veterinary Sales) - Nashville, TN

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of...

Sales Manager

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Sales Manager 33 Fairfield AVE, Nashville, Tennessee, US, 37210 Sales Full-Time 4703 or Register Job Description Beacon is now QXO! We're looking for bold, entrepreneurial talent ready to help...

R0077911 Market Manager - Sales - North America

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 1 day ago

Are you a proven sales executive seeking your next strategic challenge? Seco Tools is seeking an experienced, visionary Market Manager - Sales, North America to shape and execute our growth...

Territory Manager - Ottawa Region

  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Nashville, TN (20 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 2 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...

Sales Manager (Veterinary Sales) - Nashville, TN

  • Brentwood, TN (15 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 2 days ago
  • Brentwood, TN (15 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 2 days ago

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of...

Sales Manager (Part Time) - 24H210

  • Antioch, TN (10 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 4 days ago
  • Antioch, TN (10 miles from Smyrna, TN)
  • 4 days ago

Employee Type: Regular If you are a CURRENT Carters employee, you MUST apply through the Internal Career Link within the My Career & Performance app in Workday. Do not apply using the below...

Demographic Data for Smyrna, TN

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Smyrna, TN

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Smyrna, TN offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.0%
High School or GED
18.6%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
Master's Degree
11.2%
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 Smyrna, TN
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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