District Manager Jobs in Columbia, MD

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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Sales Manager

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Company Name: ARS-Rescue Rooter Overview: Pay: Base Salary of $140k - $160k plus performance bonus potential Are you an experienced Sales Leader who thrives on coaching and inspiring...

Sales Manager - Koons Owings Mill Kia

  • Owings Mills, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Owings Mills, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 14 hours ago

Sales Manager - Koons Owings Mill Kia Baltimore, MD, USA Owings Mills, MD, USA Req #7814 Friday, August 1, 2025 About Asbury Koons Automotive Group is part of Asbury Automotive Group (NYSE: ABG)...

Sales Manager

  • Gaithersburg, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 15 hours ago

Adecco Search is ACCTIVELY recruiting for a** highly motivated, results-driven Sales Representative to join our dynamic team at a leading Mechanical and HVAC Design Engineering firm. The ideal...

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

  • Annapolis, MD (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 20 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

  • Annapolis, MD (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 20 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...

Regional Sales Manager, CDW

  • Hanover, MD (8 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Hanover, MD (8 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 21 hours ago

Eaton's ES AMER NAS division is currently seeking a Regional Sales Manager, CDW. This remote role located in Chicago, IL, Phoenix, AZ, Shelton, CT, Philadelphia, PA, Dallas, TX, Washington, DC, or...

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Regional Director, Digital Sales

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 22 hours ago

Nexstar Media Group is seeking a Regional Director of Digital Sales responsible for accelerating digital revenue across a defined portfolio of local markets. This senior role is focused on...

(Foodservice) Regional Business Manager (Field & Account Sales Lead) -Atlanta, GA Job Details Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 22 hours ago

Foods you love. Brands you trust. And a career that empowers you to grow. At Nestle USA, we're all working towards the same goal - to delight and deliver for our consumers. With a rich portfolio...

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Territory Sales Manager (DC-Eastern Shore) - Washington, DC

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 22 hours ago

Communicate through District Manager on new products, product modications and sales tools. Cover open territories with assignment made by the District Manager....

Regional Sales Manager, Commercial HVAC - REQ # 1301

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 22 hours ago

Mitsubishi Electric Trane HVAC US LLC is looking for a Regional Sales Manager I, Commercial in Pensylvania or Baltimore, MD. POSITION SUMMARY: The Regional Sales Manager I, Commercial is...

Joint Restoration Territory Manager - Washington DC (North)

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 22 hours ago

Join a Team That's Changing Lives! At Vericel, we are pioneers in advanced therapies for sports medicine and severe burn care. Our mission is to develop and deliver innovative, life-changing...

Regional Sales Manager

  • Columbia, MD (2 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, MD (2 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

GEA is one of the largest suppliers for the food and beverage processing industry and a wide range of other process industries. Approximately 18,000 employees in more than 60 countries contribute...

Regional Sales Manager

  • New Windsor, MD (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • New Windsor, MD (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

We Deliver the Goods: Competitive pay and benefits, including Day 1 Health & Wellness Benefits, Employee Stock Purchase Plan, 401K Employer Matching, Education Assistance, Paid Time Off, and much...

Sales Manager - New Cars - Koons Tysons Chevrolet Buick GMC

  • Tysons, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Tysons, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Sales Manager - New Cars - Koons Tysons Chevrolet Buick GMC Tysons, VA, USA Req #7808 Thursday, July 31, 2025 About Asbury Koons Automotive Group is part of Asbury Automotive Group (NYSE: ABG) is...

Territory Manager - Remote Baltimore/Washington DC Region

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Territory Manager - Remote Baltimore/Washington DC Region About Kerry Kerry is the world's leading taste and nutrition company for the food, beverage and pharmaceutical industries. Every day we...

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Demographic Data for Columbia, MD

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Salary for District Manager Jobs in Columbia, MD

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

Highest Education Level

District Managers in Columbia, MD 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 Columbia, MD
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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