Area Manager Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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

  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Puyallup, WA (6 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 14 hours ago

As a Sales Manager you’ll be on the front line of our goal to find and develop “Customers for Life ' in your protected territory. Through a strong work ethic and enthusiastic attitude, you will be...

Treasury Management Regional Sales Manager

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 2 days ago

Description About Us: At Umpqua, we create a great place to work by offering a unique brand of relationship banking and fostering a culture where associates thrive. We are dedicated to supporting...

Senior Director, Sea Logistics Sales Manager

  • Seatac, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Seatac, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago

It's more than a job With a sales career at Kuehne+Nagel, you'll drive long-term business success by mastering sales strategies, nurturing customer relationships and identifying new opportunities....

Community Sales Manager

  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Position at Century of Washington, LLC What Youll Do: The Community Sales Manager generates new homes sales, manages closings for the Century Communities division, and manages traffic conversion...

Pharmaceutical Sales - Territory Manager- Cardiometabolic Health

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 2 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 2 days ago

At Lilly, we unite caring with discovery to make life better for people around the world. We are a global healthcare leader headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana. Our employees around the world...

District Sales Manager- R3 Redistribution (Seattle, WA)

  • Sumner, WA (10 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Sumner, WA (10 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 2 days ago

As a District Sales Manager, you will teach, train, coach and motivate 5-10 field based, Territory Sales Representatives within Bunzl's Redistribution/R3 segment. You will lead your Reps by...

Territory Manager

  • Home, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Home, WA (14 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 3 days ago

An exciting career awaits you At MPC, were committed to being a great place to work one that welcomes new ideas, encourages diverse perspectives, develops our people, and fosters a collaborative...

Sales Manager (Part Time) - 24H210

  • Tukwila, WA (20 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Tukwila, WA (20 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 8 days ago

If you are a CURRENT Carter's employee, do not apply via this external application. Search "Browse Jobs" in Workday to apply internally. Love what you do. Carter's Careers. As a Part Time Sales...

Sales Manager

  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Auburn, WA (9 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 10 days ago

We are Aaron’s - an industry leader in the sales and lease-to-own retail industry known for quality brand names and superior customer service. We provide our team members the opportunity to reach...

Suites Sales Manager

  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 10 days ago
  • Renton, WA (17 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 10 days ago

Suites Sales Manager Department: Suites Reports To: VP of Suites & Premium SUMMARY Primary focus is driving suite revenue through selling full season and single game suites, stadium event suites...

Territory Medicare Sales Manager

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 10 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 10 days ago

Overview Territory Medicare Sales Manager $65,000 - $75,000 base salary, plus uncapped bonus with OTE $100,000+ Looking for a way to truly make a difference in people's lives? Come be part of a...

Regional Equipment Sales Manager - West Region

  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Kent, WA (13 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 13 days ago

Make your mark at the world's largest HVAC company Daikin Applied is seeking a talented and eager Regional Equipment Sales Manager for our West Region. This added position directs and coordinates...

Sales Manager\Community Relations - Park Vista by Bonaventure

  • Port Orchard, WA (21 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Port Orchard, WA (21 miles from Tacoma, WA)
  • 14 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...

Territory Manager - Tacoma, WA

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 17 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 17 days ago

Reynolds American is evolving into a global multi-category business. Our purpose is to create A Better Tomorrow by Building a Smokeless World. To achieve our ambition, we are looking for...

Field Manager, Tacoma - Emily Shapiro

  • Tacoma, WA
  • 17 days ago
  • Tacoma, WA
  • 17 days ago

Via is using technology to transform transportation around the world. From changing a single person's daily commute to reducing humanity's collective environmental footprint - we've got huge...

Demographic Data for Tacoma, WA

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Tacoma, WA

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Tacoma, WA 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 Tacoma, WA
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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