Area Manager Jobs in Dalton, GA

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 - Consumer Direct Sales

  • La Fayette, GA (15 miles from Dalton, GA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • La Fayette, GA (15 miles from Dalton, GA)
  • 21 hours ago

What you will do: The Consumer Direct Sales Manager is responsible for meeting the sales objectives of the Direct Sales Channel through disciplined management of internal Consumer Direct Sales...

Account Sales Manager

  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Dalton, GA)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Dalton, GA)
  • 21 hours ago

Job Overview: Account Sales Manager for Cleveland, Ettowah, and the surrounding areaHiring ImmediatelyThe Account Sales Manager is responsible for up-selling and fulfillment/replenishment, focused...

Area Supervisor

  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Dalton, GA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Dalton, GA)
  • 5 days ago

Our values start with our people, join a team that values you! We are the nation's largest off-price retailer with over 2,000 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has...

Sales Manager

  • Dalton, GA
  • 7 days ago
  • Dalton, GA
  • 7 days 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...

Shaw Hard Surface Territory Manager - Colorado Springs, CO

  • Dalton, GA
  • 14 days ago
  • Dalton, GA
  • 14 days ago

Requirements: A High School Diploma/GED required. Previous sales experience required....

Area Sales Manager

  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Dalton, GA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Dalton, GA)
  • 17 days ago

Location: Cleveland, US-TN Rate: Not Specified Type: Permanent Area Sales Manager Your Job At Georgia Pacific Corrugated Packaging, we are leading the way in innovative packaging solutions and...

Commercial Sales Manager

  • Calhoun, GA (18 miles from Dalton, GA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Calhoun, GA (18 miles from Dalton, GA)
  • 19 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...

Territory Sales Manager

  • Dalton, GA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Dalton, GA
  • 30+ days ago

Experience: Requires some directly related work experience in non-durable consumer goods sales. Additional Information: The candidate must live within the geographical assignment....

Patcraft Technical Sales Manager - Resinous Flooring (Southeast)

  • Dalton, GA (3 miles from Dalton, GA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Dalton, GA (3 miles from Dalton, GA)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Title Patcraft Technical Sales Manager - Resinous Flooring (Southeast) Position Overview With more than 70 years in the commercial flooring business, Patcraft defines performance by more than...

PatcraftTechnical Sales Manager - Resinous Flooring (Northeast)

  • Dalton, GA (3 miles from Dalton, GA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Dalton, GA (3 miles from Dalton, GA)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Title PatcraftTechnical Sales Manager - Resinous Flooring (Northeast) Position Overview With more than 70 years in the commercial flooring business, Patcraft defines performance by more than...

Patcraft Technical Sales Manager - Resinous Flooring (North Central)

  • Dalton, GA (3 miles from Dalton, GA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Dalton, GA (3 miles from Dalton, GA)
  • 90+ days ago

Job Title Patcraft Technical Sales Manager - Resinous Flooring (North Central) Position Overview With more than 70 years in the commercial flooring business, Patcraft defines performance by more...

RETAIL DISTRICT MANAGER UNASSIGNED_ North GA

  • Rossville, GA (20 miles from Dalton, GA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Rossville, GA (20 miles from Dalton, GA)
  • 90+ days ago

WORK EXPERIENCE and/or EDUCATION: Four+ years retail management experience with progressively more responsibility, managing multi-unit operations in retail, grocery or convenience store operations with...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Dalton, GA

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Dalton, GA 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 Dalton, GA
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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