Area Manager Jobs in Norwalk, CT

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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Sales Manager, Walt Whitman

  • Huntington Station, NY (21 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Huntington Station, NY (21 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Balance selling responsibilities and overall store operations activities....

Territory Manager- Chicago North

  • Trumbull, CT (15 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Trumbull, CT (15 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 15 hours ago

CooperSurgical is a leading fertility and women's healthcare company dedicated to putting time on the side of women, babies, and families at the healthcare moments that matter most in life....

Regional Sales Manager -Enterprise

  • Bridgeport, CT (12 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (12 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 1 day ago

Cornerstone onDemand Regional Sales Manager -Enterprise in Bridgeport , Connecticut As a Regional Sales Manager you are responsible for selling Cornerstone's Workforce Agility Platform software to...

Sports Medicine Territory Manager (Northeast Region) - Future Opportunities

  • Danbury, CT (17 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 1 day ago
  • Danbury, CT (17 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 1 day ago

This job is posted in anticipation of future business needs in the Northeast Region including: New Brunswick, NJ, Stamford, CT, Buffalo, NY, Arlington, VA and Baltimore, MD Life Unlimited. At...

Regional Sales Manager

  • Danbury, CT (17 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 3 days ago
  • Danbury, CT (17 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 3 days ago

Summary: At PosiGen, we are passionate about delivering money-saving solar and energy efficiency solutions to people of all income levels. We are seeking an organized, energetic, and...

Territory Manager- Pittsburgh PA

  • Trumbull, CT (15 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 4 days ago
  • Trumbull, CT (15 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 4 days ago

About CooperSurgical CooperSurgical is a leading fertility and women's healthcare company dedicated to putting time on the side of women, babies, and families at the healthcare moments that matter...

Territory Sales Manager - Milwaukee, WI

  • Shelton, CT (20 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Shelton, CT (20 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 5 days ago

Job Overview The Territory Manager is responsible for the sales and promotion of Hubbell Wiring Device-Kellems products through Distribution to end-users and specifying influences and for...

Territory Manager - Miami

  • Trumbull, CT (15 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 5 days ago
  • Trumbull, CT (15 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 5 days ago

About CooperSurgical CooperSurgical is a leading fertility and women's healthcare company dedicated to putting time on the side of women, babies, and families at the healthcare moments that matter...

Area Sales Manager

  • Danbury, CT (17 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Danbury, CT (17 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Area Sales Manager Danbury, CT | Remote About Western Funding Inc. Western Funding, a dynamic and fast-growing auto finance company, believes in PEOPLE with the PURPOSE and PASSION to assist our...

Loss Prevention Market Manager

  • Lake Grove, NY (24 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lake Grove, NY (24 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Knowledge and understanding of the principles of Loss Prevention and Store Operations. Experience respectfully apprehending shoplifters and installing CCTV cameras....

Associate ICTx Territory Manager - Stamford, CT

  • Stamford, CT (7 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 6 days ago
  • Stamford, CT (7 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 6 days ago

Additional Location(s): US-CT-New Haven; US-CT-Hartford; US-CT-Southeast/New London Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance At Boston Scientific,...

Catering Sales Manager- Lyndhurst Castle - Tarrytown NY

  • Tarrytown, NY (21 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Tarrytown, NY (21 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 7 days ago

Position Title: Catering Sales Manager- Lyndhurst Castle - Tarrytown NY Reports To: VP of Operations Salary: $72,500 - $82,500/ yr CulinArt Group operates over 250 onsite corporate, higher...

Ann Taylor Sales Manager, Walt Whitman Huntington Station, New York

  • Huntington Station, NY (21 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Huntington Station, NY (21 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 7 days ago

Balance selling responsibilities and overall store operations activities....

Sales Manager

  • Plainview, NY (23 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 7 days ago
  • Plainview, NY (23 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 7 days ago

Our F45 family is looking to grow our sales team. If you are a positive, outgoing, confident team player this might be the perfect role for you. We are looking for a superstar sales professional....

Senior BD & Sales Manager

  • Bridgeport, CT (12 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 8 days ago
  • Bridgeport, CT (12 miles from Norwalk, CT)
  • 8 days ago

Description As a global leader in precision measurement sensing technologies, VPG addresses an expanding array of applications in which accuracy, reliability, and repeatability make the...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Norwalk, CT

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Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Norwalk, CT 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 Norwalk, CT
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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