Area Manager Jobs in Washington

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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Part Sales Manager Part Time

  • AutoZone, Inc.
  • Gig Harbor, WA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Gig Harbor, WA
  • 18 hours ago

Communication Maintain clear, effective interactions with both customers and employees, ensuring smooth store operations and positive experiences....

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Part Sales Manager Full Time

  • AutoZone, Inc.
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Vancouver, WA
  • 18 hours ago

Communication Maintain clear, effective interactions with both customers and employees, ensuring smooth store operations and positive experiences....

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Territory Manager

  • Vestis Services
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Bellingham, WA
  • 20 hours ago

Meet Vestis: For the People Who Make It All Work At Vestis, we provide uniforms, workplace supplies, and professional cleaning that help businesses simplify their workday and keep their teams...

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Regional Director, MI (remote for Pacific Northwest)

  • Fujifilm
  • Olympia, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 1 day ago

Position Overview The Regional Director, Medical Informatics is responsible for prospecting, developing, and closing Radiology Medical Informatics business through regularly scheduled...

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Territory Manager

  • PeopleReady
  • Yakima, WA
  • 3 days ago
  • Yakima, WA
  • 3 days ago

Overview: The Territory Manager is a key role in the organization and is responsible for the day-to-day operations and well-being of the branch (s) in the territory. This role is accountable for...

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Merchandising Area Supervisor- WA

  • Signature Retail Services
  • Everett, WA
  • 5 days ago
  • Everett, WA
  • 5 days ago

Execute in-store merchandising tasks including planogram resets, display builds, inventory adjustments, and signage....

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Sales Manager

  • Ulta Beauty
  • Marysville, WA
  • 6 days ago
  • Marysville, WA
  • 6 days ago

OVERVIEW Experience a place of energy, passion, and excitement. A place where the joy of discovery and uncommon artistry blend to create exhilarating buying experiences—for true beauty...

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Regional Director, Enterprise

  • Smartsheet Inc.
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 7 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 7 days ago

For over 20 years, Smartsheet has helped people and teams achieve-well, anything. From seamless work management to smart, scalable solutions, we've always worked with flow. We're building tools...

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Market Manager- Aerospace

  • Joseph T. Ryerson & Son, Inc.
  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 days ago

Market Manager- Aerospace Joseph T. Ryerson & Son, Inc. - Seattle, WA Posted: 5/25/2026 - Expires: 8/23/2026 Job ID: 293440649 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print Email Share Job...

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Sales Manager - Full Time

  • Michaels Stores
  • Seattle, WA
  • 10 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 10 days ago

Store - Shoreline, WA The Sales Manager leads and champions a high-performing selling culture across the store, driving strong sales results and an engaging customer experience. This role oversees...

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Territory Manager II

  • Swisher
  • Seattle, WA
  • 13 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 13 days ago

For the past 162 years, Swisher has been an industry leader known for its iconic products and commitment to high quality standards. With a rich history, Swisher serves adult consumers through a...

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Market Manager

  • PeopleReady
  • Seattle, WA
  • 13 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 13 days ago

Overview: The Market Manager is a strategic leader overseeing multiple branches in their assigned market. The Market Manager is critical to drive revenue growth, strengthen and drive exceptional...

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JennAir Market Manager

  • Whirlpool Corporation
  • Olympia, WA
  • 15 days ago
  • Olympia, WA
  • 15 days ago

Requisition ID: 70903 About Whirlpool Corporation Whirlpool Corporation (NYSE: WHR) is a leading home appliance company, in constant pursuit of improving life at home. As the only major U.S.-based...

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Regional Business Manager West, Cardiovascular Venous (AZ, CA, WA)

  • AngioDynamics
  • Seattle, WA
  • 15 days ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 15 days ago

Regional Business Manager West, Cardiovascular Venous (AZ, CA, WA) AngioDynamics - Seattle, WA Posted: 5/19/2026 - Expires: 8/16/2026 Job ID: 293427039 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job...

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Demographic Data for Washington

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Washington

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Washington offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
43.5%
High School or GED
17.1%
Associate's Degree
14.0%
Master's Degree
12.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
7.6%
Some College
4.1%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Area Managers in Washington
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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