Area Manager Jobs in Charleston, WV

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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Commercial Sales Manager

  • Cross Lanes, WV (8 miles from Charleston, WV)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cross Lanes, WV (8 miles from Charleston, WV)
  • 4 days 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...

Sales Manager

  • Nitro, WV (11 miles from Charleston, WV)
  • 5 days ago
  • Nitro, WV (11 miles from Charleston, WV)
  • 5 days ago

Sales Manager PeopleReady of So. Charleston, WV is now hiring Sales Managers in Nitro, WV! Apply today and you could start as soon as this week. As a PeopleReady associate you'll benefit from:...

Senior Territory Sales Manager - Virtual Fencing Technology (Montana)

  • Charleston, WV
  • 11 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 11 days ago

Vence, a subsidiary of our Company's Animal Health is a leading virtual fencing company with an exceptional brand and reputation in the ranching and grazing management segments. The Sales...

Associate Territory Manager - Beckley/Charleston, WV

  • Charleston, WV
  • 12 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 12 days ago

Associate Territory Manager - Beckley/Charleston, WV Inspire Medical Systems, Inc. $60,000-$75,000 tuition reimbursement, flex time, 401(k) United States, West Virginia, Charleston Jun 17, 2025...

District Manager - Wireless

  • Charleston, WV
  • 16 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 16 days ago

DESCRIPTION Drive sales through personalized wireless solutions and customer education. Premium Retail Services operates in more than 1300 Walmart Supercenter locations across North America, with...

Service Sales Manager - AMER Healthcare

  • Charleston, WV
  • 20 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 20 days ago

Hungry, Humble, Honest, with Heart.** **The Opportunity** Are you a strategic thinker with a passion for driving transformational change and building lasting client relationships? If so, joining...

Territory Manager

  • Charleston, WV
  • 21 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 21 days ago

We are actively seeking a Territory Manager to support our NOAM Partner Sales Channel. Based in our Certiport offices in Utah, this position is responsible for contributing to sales and support,...

Associate Territory Manager - Charleston, WVNew

  • Charleston, WV
  • 22 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 22 days ago

New Associate Territory Manager - Charleston, WV Charleston, WV ABOUT INSPIRE MEDICAL SYSTEMS Inspire is the first of its kind medical device designed to make a difference in the lives of those...

District Sales Manager [REMOTE]

  • Charleston, WV
  • 24 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 24 days ago

District Sales Manager [REMOTE] Iteris life insurance, 401(k) United States, West Virginia, Charleston Jun 05, 2025 We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven District Sales Manager to lead sales...

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Associate Territory Manager - Charleston, WV

  • Charleston, WV
  • 24 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 24 days ago

ABOUT INSPIRE MEDICAL SYSTEMS Inspire is the first of its kind medical device designed to make a difference in the lives of those living with Obstructive Sleep Apnea (OSA). We are revolutionizing...

Clinical Regional Sales Manager-East

  • Charleston, WV
  • 25 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 25 days ago

EBSCO Information Services (EBSCO) delivers a fully optimized research experience, seamlessly integrated with a powerful discovery platform to support the information needs and maximize the...

Location: Anywhere in Country At EY, were all in to shape your future with confidence. Well help you succeed in a globally connected powerhouse of diverse teams and take your career wherever you...

Regional Sales Director - Southern California

  • Charleston, WV
  • 25 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 25 days ago

Trustmarks mission is to improve wellbeing for everyone. It is a mission grounded in a belief in equality and born from our caring culture. It is a culture we can only realize by building trust....

Regional Director, Modality Solutions (West Coast)

  • Charleston, WV
  • 25 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 25 days ago

Position Overview** The Digital Radiography Sales Specialist is the regional DR and CT expert for all technical and clinical aspects of DR and CT products. He/she is responsible for the...

Regional Sales Manager

  • Charleston, WV
  • 25 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 25 days ago

Cornerstone OnDemand is seeking an experienced Sales individual who thrives in a fast-paced, cutting-edge, technology-driven environment. The ideal candidate will have a hunter mentality and a...

Demographic Data for Charleston, WV

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Charleston, WV

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Charleston, WV offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.3%
High School or GED
18.3%
Associate's Degree
14.3%
Master's Degree
11.4%
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 Charleston, WV
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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