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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Territory Manager, Structural Heart, TAVI (South Seattle)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 hours ago

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses...

Sales Manager

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 18 days ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 18 days ago

The Retail Store Manager is responsible for running day-to-day sales and operations while meeting excellent customer service standards. Essential Functions (not all-inclusive): Manage Sales team...

Territory Manager - Seattle, WA

  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 8 hours 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...

Recycling Field Manager

  • Bellevue, WA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Bellevue, WA
  • 11 hours ago

J ob Title: Recycling Field Manager (Southwest Region) Pay Range: $67,670 - $98,799 Savers Benefits Geographic & job eligibility rules may apply Healthcare Plans Comprehensive coverage...

Sales Manager, Full-Line (PacNW)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 21 hours ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 21 hours ago

Sales Manager, Full Line (PacNW) Life Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. What will you be doing? Do you aspire to work for a...

Territory Manager

  • Walla Walla, WA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Walla Walla, WA
  • 23 hours ago

PAPE MACHINERY, INC. AGRICULTURE & TURF DIVISION UMATILLA COUNTY, OR LARGE AG TERRITORY MANAGER: Do you love to compete? Are you driven to win? Do you like creating your own success and results?...

Territory Manager - Okanogan Valley, WA Area

  • Chelan, WA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Chelan, WA
  • 23 hours ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Foster the customer relationship in a team based selling model. Manage deliveries to the routing schedule published by the transportation department;...

Associate Territory Manager (Seattle, WA)

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

Overview When you join the team at Cordis, you become part of an inspiring mission to save lives, impacting millions of people and broadening access to life-saving cardiovascular and endovascular...

Area Sales Manager, Everett/Bremerton

  • Bremerton, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Bremerton, WA
  • 1 day ago

Overview The Area Sales Manager (ASM) will report into the Director/Sr Sales Market Director and will lead a team of TSLs, SDLs, MTLs and frontline employees in their area to become Faster,...

Partner Sales Manager, Northwest Expansion

  • Clyde Hill, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Clyde Hill, WA
  • 1 day ago

Partner Sales Manager, Northwest Expansion Snowflake Inc. - Clyde Hill, WA Posted: 3/21/2025 - Expires: 6/19/2025 Job ID: 286887952 Apply Now I have already applied Save Job Print Email Share Job...

Licensed Sales Manager

  • Renton, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Renton, WA
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking an experienced Insurance Sales Manager to lead and actively contribute to the sales efforts of a team of remote licensed sales professionals. The ideal candidate will have at least...

Music Sales Manager

  • Kent, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Kent, WA
  • 1 day ago

The Retail Store Manager is responsible for running day-to-day sales and operations while meeting excellent customer service standards. Essential Functions (not all-inclusive): Manage Sales team...

Regional Sales Manager, Prime accounts, Manufacturing - Mid-West

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

Cisco Regional Sales Manager, Prime accounts, Manufacturing - Mid-West in Illinois Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer and more resilient digital world with an end-to-end full stack...

Regional Director

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

Company DescriptionARE YOU READY TO WORK AT LENDERS ONE?Lenders One, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Altisource, is an end-to-end marketplace for mortgage bankers to access the products and services...

Territory Sales Manager

  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago
  • Seattle, WA
  • 1 day ago

Company OverviewKaVo, headquartered in Biberach, Germany, is a renowned manufacturer and supplier of dental care units, instruments and laboratory equipment with a strong worldwide brand presence....

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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
41.9%
High School or GED
18.8%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
Master's Degree
11.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.0%
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 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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