Area Manager Jobs in Houston, TX

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 - Engineered Systems, Fire Suppression Products (FSP)

  • Houston, TX
  • 45+ days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 45+ days ago

Johnson Controls - Fire Suppression Products (FSP) is a global leader in fire and life safety. We provide fire detection, sprinkler, suppression, special-hazard, and emergency communications...

Market Manager Private Wealth - MLO

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 hour ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 hour ago

Req ID: 75813 Location: Houston -HOUS Areas of Interest: Private Banking Pay Transparency Salary Range: Not Available Application Deadline: 05/30/2025 BOK Financial Corporation Group includes...

Territory Manager - Houston

  • Houston, TX
  • 11 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 11 hours ago

As a Territory Manager, you will be responsible for driving sales of compounded medications and our Home Delivery platform Blue Rabbit Veterinary in the Houston, TX region. This role requires a...

Sales Manager

  • Houston, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 15 hours ago

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates. Consider the possibilities of joining a Great Place to Work! Develops a well-trained sales staff that meets or exceed all sales quotas,...

Retail Branch Manager - Bilingual

  • Houston, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 15 hours ago

Take the next step toward your new career today! Become a part of the diverse and inclusive team within our nationally recognized award-winning Bank that is one of the strongest in the nation....

Ownership Zone Manager

  • Houston, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 15 hours ago

Ownership Zone Manager We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of...

Relief Sales Manager

  • Houston, TX
  • 16 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 16 hours ago

Job Overview: Relief Sales Manager for Greater North Houston, TXHiring ImmediatelyThe Relief Sales Manager is responsible for up-selling and fulfillment/replenishment, focusing on execution and...

Regional Sales Manager - Wound Care (Gulf Coast)

  • Houston, TX
  • 16 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 16 hours ago

We do this through innovations in our Professional Hygiene, Consumer Goods, and Health & Medical business units that provide hygiene and health solutions to over a billion people every day worldwide...

Territory Manager - Diagnostic Houston

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

We believe that great healthcare is an essential safeguard of human dignity. A t Laborie, we know the work we do matters its what fuels our motivation and contributes to our success. If youre...

Senior National Sales Manager

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 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...

Retail Branch Manager

  • Katy, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Katy, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Take the next step toward your new career today! Become a part of the diverse and inclusive team within our nationally recognized award-winning Bank that is one of the strongest in the nation....

Sales Manager, Airports & Airlines, Cirium (Hybrid - Dallas, TX)

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

About the Business: At Cirium, our goal is to keep the world connected. We are the industry leader in aviation analytics; helping our customers understand the past, present and predicting what...

Regional Sales Manager - New Construction

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

Overview IMI plc, the specialist engineering company, designs, manufactures and services highly engineered products that control the precise movement of fluids. Its innovative technologies, built...

Territory Manager East Houston - Bilingual Spanish Preferred

  • League City, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • League City, TX (24 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day 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...

R0077911 Market Manager - Sales - North America

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 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...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Houston, TX

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Houston, TX 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 Houston, TX
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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