Area Manager Jobs in Alabama

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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Senior Sales Manager (Huntsville)

  • Huntsville, AL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Huntsville, AL
  • 3 hours ago

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Regional Business Manager (Refuse Sales)

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 3 hours ago

Regional Business Manager (Refuse Sales) Autocar, LLC Description Do you want to be a Regional Business Manager? Can you be comfortable being uncomfortable? Are you fine with always speaking your...

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Commercial Sales Manager

  • Winfield, AL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Winfield, AL
  • 8 hours ago

Salary Not Available Position range in Balance of State, Northwest $62k - $147k Per Year Commercial Sales Manager AutoZone, Inc. Occupation: Sales Managers Location: Winfield, AL - 35594 Positions...

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Area Sales Manager

  • Cleveland, AL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Cleveland, AL
  • 9 hours ago

Area Sales Manager Location(s) Cleveland, Tennessee | Huntsville, Alabama Company Georgia-Pacific Career Field Sales Job Number 168829 Your Job At Georgia Pacific Corrugated Packaging, we are...

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Sales Manager

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 11 hours ago

OVERVIEW Experience a place of energy, passion, and excitement. A place where the joy of discovery and uncommon artistry blend to create exhilarating buying experiences-for true beauty...

Sports Medicine Territory Manager (South Region) - Future Opportunities

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 12 hours ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 12 hours ago

This job is posted in anticipation of future business needs in the South Region including: Greenville, SC; Fort Lauderdale, FL; Birmingham, AL; Atlanta, GA; Houston, TX; San Antonio, TX; Dallas,...

Regional Operations Manager

  • Mobile, AL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Mobile, AL
  • 13 hours ago

Regional Operations Manager Cadence Petroleum Group continued growth calls for an addition to our professional team. We are a local, fast-growing automotive, commercial, and industrial fuel and...

Territory Manager (Tuscaloosa, AL)

  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • 23 hours ago

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! The primary purpose of this position is to develop and manage...

Sales Manager

  • Sylacauga, AL
  • 2 days ago
  • Sylacauga, AL
  • 2 days ago

Sales Manager C1358 - Sylacauga, 1385 W Fort Williams St, Sylacauga, Alabama, United States of America Req #65056 Monday, March 10, 2025 We are Aarons - an industry leader in the sales and...

Digital Sales Manager - WU Southeast

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 3 days ago

Grundfos Digital Sales Manager - WU Southeast in Birmingham , Alabama Digital Sales Manager - WU Southeast Apply Now Start applying with LinkedIn Please wait... Job Description Would you like to...

Regional Sales Manager - South Central

  • Montgomery, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Montgomery, AL
  • 3 days ago

Position Overview Regional Sales Manager - South Central - Remote This position is responsible for meeting the monthly, quarterly, and annual regional sales quota. Provide direction and leadership...

Territory Manager

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 3 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...

Area Sales Manager

  • Florence, AL
  • 3 days ago
  • Florence, AL
  • 3 days ago

Are you a self-driven professional who works well independently and as a team player Deciding on your next employer is not a decision to be made lightly. But if you want to work on the front lines...

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Territory Sales Manager - Birmingham, AL

  • Birmingham, AL
  • 4 days ago
  • Birmingham, AL
  • 4 days ago

Driven by a commitment to research, quality and service, PDI provides innovative products, educational resources, training and support to prevent infection transmission and promote health and...

Demographic Data for Alabama

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Alabama

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Alabama offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
41.8%
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 Alabama
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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