Area Manager Jobs in South 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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Regional Sales Manager Architectural Focus

  • Charleston, WV (2 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Charleston, WV (2 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 3 hours ago

Regional Sales Manager - Architectural Focus (2053)** + Title:Regional Sales Manager - Architectural Focus + Group Company: Mitsubishi Chemical ALPOLIC + Location:Remote Group Company: +...

Ownership Zone Manager

  • Charleston, WV (2 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 7 days ago
  • Charleston, WV (2 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 7 days ago

Ownership Zone Manager** We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every day, roll up our sleeves and build a better world -- together. At Ford, we're all a part of...

AF Solutions Regional Sales Manager, Carolinas

  • South Charleston, WV
  • 7 days ago
  • South Charleston, WV
  • 7 days ago

Additional Location(s): N/A; US-NC-Greensboro; US-NC-Raleigh/Durham; US-NC-Western/Asheville; US-NC-Wilmington/Fayetteville; US-NC-Winston Salem; US-SC-Florence/Myrtle Beach;...

Senior Field Sales Manager, SaaS Remote

  • Charleston, WV (2 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 7 days ago
  • Charleston, WV (2 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 7 days ago

_*You may work from a remote home office location anywhere in the Central, Mountain or Pacific U.S. time zones*_** **Research and Learning, US (CCHGroup.com)** is part of Wolters Kluwer Tax &...

Cloud Security Sales Manager

  • Charleston, WV (2 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 13 days ago
  • Charleston, WV (2 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 13 days ago

About Team & About Role:** The Cloud Security seller is a technical sales professional characterized by intimate understanding of their specific product, the pain it resolves, the competitors,...

Territory Manager

  • Saint Albans, WV (8 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 15 days ago
  • Saint Albans, WV (8 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 15 days ago

Overview: The Territory Manager has responsibility of an assigned service territory with direct supervision of route representatives. Responsible for Territory service results, including but not...

Territory Sales Manager - Wonderful Pistachios, POM Wonderful, Halos Citrus

  • Charleston, WV (2 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 15 days ago
  • Charleston, WV (2 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 15 days ago

Company Description Wonderful Sales is the sales and merchandising organization for The Wonderful Company but you may know us as Wonderful Pistachios, FIJI Water, POM Wonderful, Teleflora,...

Regional Sales Manager II

  • Charleston, WV (2 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 16 days ago
  • Charleston, WV (2 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 16 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...

Peripheral Vascular Territory Sales Manager - Charleston

  • South Charleston, WV
  • 19 days ago
  • South Charleston, WV
  • 19 days ago

Additional Location(s): N/A Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's...

Commercial Sales Manager

  • South Charleston, WV
  • 24 days ago
  • South Charleston, WV
  • 24 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- Petroleum Chemical and Refining

  • Charleston, WV (2 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 26 days ago
  • Charleston, WV (2 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 26 days ago

At Aggreko, we provide energy solutions so communities can thrive, and businesses can grow. We bring power, heat and cooling to customers and communities wherever they need it. We are hiring...

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Territory Sales Manager - Western Pennsylvania and West Virginia

  • Charleston, WV (2 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 28 days ago
  • Charleston, WV (2 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 28 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...

Territory Manager - New Jersey

  • Charleston, WV (2 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Charleston, WV (2 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 30+ days ago

Fujifilm Territory Manager - New Jersey in Charleston , West Virginia Position Overview Territory Manager - New Jersey - Remote As a member of our sales team, you will sell portable ultrasound...

Solution Sales Manager, Government (Great Lakes)

  • Charleston, WV (2 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Charleston, WV (2 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 30+ days ago

Ford Motor Company Solution Sales Manager, Government (Great Lakes) in Charleston , West Virginia Solution Sales Manager, Government We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We...

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Stop Loss Local Bundled Sales Manager

  • Charleston, WV (2 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Charleston, WV (2 miles from South Charleston, WV)
  • 60+ days ago

Anticipated End Date: 2025-05-02 Position Title: Stop Loss Local Bundled Sales Manager Job Description: Stop Loss Local Bundled Sales Manager Location: Open to any locations indicated. Position...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in South 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 South Charleston, WV offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.0%
High School or GED
18.6%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
Master's Degree
11.2%
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 South 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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