District Manager Jobs in Ankeny, IA

A District Manager in the retail industry is responsible for overseeing the operations of multiple stores within a certain geographical area. Their duties often include managing and training store managers, setting regional goals, implementing strategies to enhance sales and customer satisfaction, and ensuring all stores comply with company policies and procedures. They also handle financial aspects such as budgets, payroll, and expense reports, as well as addressing any operational issues that arise.

Important skills for a District Manager include strong leadership and communication abilities, strategic thinking, problem-solving skills, and financial acumen. They must also have the ability to multitask and handle a variety of duties in a fast-paced environment. Certifications such as Certified Retail Executive (CRE) or Certified Retail Operations Professional (CROP) can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a District Manager, individuals often hold roles such as Store Manager, Area Manager, or Regional Sales Manager within the retail industry.

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Senior Territory Manager - Virtual Fencing Technology (Colorado and Wyoming)

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 16 hours 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...

Territory Sales Manager

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 16 hours 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...

Sales Manager Country Inn & Suites Clive

  • Clive, IA (13 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Clive, IA (13 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 1 day ago

Job Duties: Sales : Accountable for achieving business revenue goals in room and auxiliary revenues thru established goals. Solicit and prospect new and existing accounts while developing and...

Sales Manager - Individual Solutions

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 1 day ago

What You'll Do** Were looking for a Sales Manager to join our Individual Solutions team. In this role, youll lead a team of Investment Advisor Representatives (IAR's) working in the "Managed...

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Regional Sales Manager

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary The Regional Sales Manager (RSM) will be responsible to qualify and sell Cold Jet machines and service solutions to existing customers while also prospecting and developing new...

Senior Catering Sales Manager Full-Time Iowa Events Center & Wells Fargo Arena

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 3 days ago

Oak View Group Oak View Group is the global leader in venue development, management, and premium hospitality services for the live event industry. Offering an unmatched, 360-degree solution set...

Ruminant Sales Manager - ANZ, Kemin Animal Health & Nutrition

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 5 days ago

Overview Kemin Industries, Inc., stands as a prosperous and forward-thinking privately held international life science company, centrally located in Des Moines, Iowa. With a visionary commitment...

Regional Sales Manager - Midwest

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 5 days ago

Regional Sales Manager - Midwest This position requires the individual to live within one of the following states: Iowa, Nebraska, South Dakota, or North Dakota. Please note traveling details...

Territory Manager

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 7 days ago

What We Do : SRS Distribution Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Home Depot, consists of a family of industry-leading, independent roofing distributors. SRS has grown rapidly through...

Market Manager - Forefoot WMW

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 7 days ago

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient's mobility is enhanced...

M&H Valve Territory Sales Manager (Illinois, Iowa, Wisconsin, Minnesota)

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 7 days ago

Company Description Must live in assigned territory or be willing to relocate M&H Valve Company/Kennedy Valve Company is seeking a Territory Sales Manager for Illinois, Wisconsin and Minnesota The...

Sales Manager, Packaging

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 8 days ago

Job Purpose: Our Sales Manager will be responsible for overseeing the development, coordination and direction of profitable sales within a specified region. Duties include acting as the leader of...

Sales Territory Manager

  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Des Moines, IA (8 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 9 days ago

Sales Territory Manager | Des Moines, IA Midwest Motor Express (MME), (SCAC "AACT"), the Midwest operating region of AAA Cooper Transportation, is immediately hiring a Full-Time Sales Territory...

Sales Manager (Part Time) - 24H210

  • West Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 14 days ago
  • West Des Moines, IA (20 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 14 days ago

If you are a CURRENT Carters employee, do not apply via this external application. Search "Browse Jobs" in Workday to apply internally. Love what you do. Carters Careers. As a Part Time Sales...

Robotics Clinical Sales Manager - Northwest

  • Nevada, IA (21 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 14 days ago
  • Nevada, IA (21 miles from Ankeny, IA)
  • 14 days ago

At Zimmer Biomet, we believe in pushing the boundaries of innovation and driving our mission forward. As a global medical technology leader for nearly 100 years, a patient's mobility is enhanced...

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Salary for District Manager Jobs in Ankeny, IA

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

Highest Education Level

District Managers in Ankeny, IA 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 District Managers in Ankeny, IA
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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