Area Manager Jobs in Vancouver, 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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Johnson Barrow

Sales Manager

SALES MANAGER About Us At Johnson Barrow, we believe that our strength starts with a passion for excellence. Our 50 years of innovation allows us to be one of the most established and respected...

Territory Manager

  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 7 days ago

PAPE KENWORTH PORTLAND, OR TERRITORY MANAGER: Do you love to compete? Are you driven to win? Do you like creating your own success and results? If you answered yes to these questions, we want to...

Military & Law Enforcement Sales Manager

  • Beaverton, OR (14 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Beaverton, OR (14 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 4 hours ago

Military & Law Enforcement Sales Manager Typical Base Salary Range of $75,000 to $110,000 (DOE) We are seeking a highly motivated and experienced Military & Law Enforcement Sales Manager to drive...

Commercial Sales Manager

  • Hillsboro, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Hillsboro, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 6 hours ago

The Commercial Sales Manager is responsible for driving the commercial sales within their AutoZone location. The CSM develops and maintains positive relationships with commercial customers by...

Automotive Assistant Sales Manager

  • Vancouver, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a proactive and experienced Automotive Assistant Sales Manager to monitor customer activity throughout the dealership and train salespeople to enhance their performance. This role...

District Sales Manager - Portland OR

  • Tigard, OR (17 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Tigard, OR (17 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Company: US1174 Newport Meat Pacific Northwest Sales Territory: US-OR-Portland Zip Code: 97230 Travel Percentage: Up to 25% COMPENSATION INFORMATION: The pay range provided is not indicative of...

Regional Sales Manager - West Region

  • Portland, OR (9 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR (9 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Company Description THE COMPANY Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company...

Treasury Management Regional Sales Manager

  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Treasury Management Regional Sales Manager Corporate Treasury Tacoma, Washington Encino, California Portland, Oregon Redding, California Roseville, California Hillsboro, Oregon Irvine, California...

Associate Territory Manager - Seattle OR Portland

  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Summary Job Description We are the makers of possible BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world. Advancing the world of health is o ur Purpose, and its no small...

GCC - Territory Manager (Portland)

  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 2 days ago

GCC is looking for candidates who want to take the next step in their technical sales career to join our 100% employee owned company. GCC has offices in Tampa, Seattle and Portland - providing...

Regional Sales Director

  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 2 days ago

Seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Regional Sales Director (RSD) for the West Coast region based out of Portland. This key leadership role will be responsible for driving sales growth,...

Territory Sales Manager

  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Territory Sales Manager Location: US Remote Salary Range: $123,000.00 to $146,000.00 About SKF: SKF, reducing friction since 1907, re-imagining rotation for a better tomorrow! SKF is an...

Area Sales Manager II, Residential HVAC - REQ # 1299

  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 3 days ago

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC is looking for a Area Sales Manager II, Residential in the Portland Metro area. The purpose of the Area Sales Manager is to grow market share of Mitsubishi...

District Sales Manager - PNW

  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Portland, OR (13 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Listing ID: 4318645 Job Title: District Sales Manager - PNW Application Deadline: 08/25/2025Job Location: Portland Date Posted: 07/26/2025Hours Worked Per Week: 40 Shift: Day Shift Duration of...

Commercial Sales Manager

  • Gresham, OR (19 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Gresham, OR (19 miles from Vancouver, WA)
  • 4 days ago

Job Listing ID: 4318143 Job Title: Commercial Sales Manager Application Deadline: Open Until FilledJob Location: Gresham Date Posted: 07/26/2025Hours Worked Per Week: Not Provided Shift: Not...

Demographic Data for Vancouver, WA

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Vancouver, WA

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Vancouver, 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 Vancouver, 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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