Area Manager Jobs in Lexington, KY

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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Associate Territory Manager (Lexington, KY)

  • Lexington, KY
  • 15 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 15 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...

Catering Sales Manager

  • Lexington, KY
  • 21 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 21 days ago

What You'll Be Doing You will build excellent relationships with clients, third parties, and community organizations in order to generate catering business for the hotel. Your daily tasks will...

Territory Sales Manager - Middle TN, West KY

  • Winchester, KY (18 miles from Lexington, KY)
  • 21 days ago
  • Winchester, KY (18 miles from Lexington, KY)
  • 21 days ago

Schedule: M-F, 8am-5pm MUST HAVE EXPERIENCE WITH BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT, MARKET DEVELOPMENT, OR OUTSIDE SALES. THIS IS A HUNTER MENTALITY SALES ROLE - EXPERIENCE REQUIRED.* Specific responsibilities...

Sr. Strategic Sales Manager- Corp Payments (Ohio/Kentucky)

  • Lexington, KY
  • 25 days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 25 days ago

WEX Inc Sr. Strategic Sales Manager- Corp Payments (Ohio/Kentucky) in Lexington , Kentucky We value our talented employees, and whenever possible strive to help one of our associates grow...

Product Sales Manager (Packaging)

  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Sealed Air designs and delivers packaging solutions that protect essential goods transported worldwide, preserve food, enable e-commerce and digital connectivity, and help create a global supply...

Territory Manager I

  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Territory Manager I Frankfort, KY 40601, USA Lexington, KY, USA Morehead, KY 40351, USA Mt Sterling, KY 40353, USA Req #4417 Monday, February 10, 2025 Come join the Hillman Group! At Hillman our...

Retail Market Manager

  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago

WHITAKER BANK RETAIL MARKET MANAGER JOB DESCRIPTION SUMMARY The Retail Market Manager is responsible for bringing in new accounts and cross-sell the Bank’s products and services; leads and...

Commercial Sales Manager - WV/KY

  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago

Job Description Summary: Manages and directs a sales force to achieve sales and profit goals. Designs and recommends sales programs and sets short- and long-term sales strategies. Evaluates and...

Commercial Sales Manager

  • Richmond, KY (19 miles from Lexington, KY)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Richmond, KY (19 miles from Lexington, KY)
  • 30+ 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 Director, Business Development - KY/IN/TN

  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 30+ days ago

The Territory Director is responsible for leading their assigned territory to deliver on its annual new business and retention targets. This role serves as the key point of contact for retaining...

Sales Manager II

  • Nicholasville, KY (10 miles from Lexington, KY)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Nicholasville, KY (10 miles from Lexington, KY)
  • 45+ days ago

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates. Consider the possibilities of joining a Great Place to Work! Develops a well-trained sales staff that meets or exceed all sales quotas,...

PVC Fence Sales Manager

  • Richmond, KY (19 miles from Lexington, KY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Richmond, KY (19 miles from Lexington, KY)
  • 60+ days ago

About Us You may not know our name, but you know our products. What we make is part of the places where we live, work and play - all day, everyday. Zekelman is a family of companies - 100%...

Area Sales Manager - Midwest - Hitachi Global Air Power

  • Lexington, KY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 60+ days ago

Description Area Sales Manager - Midwest Company: Hitachi Global Air Power Location: Remote within Midwest Territory - IN, OH, WV, KY, TN Status: Full-time The Company Hitachi drives Social...

Territory Manager - USP Technologies

  • Lexington, KY
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lexington, KY
  • 60+ days ago

Imagine yourself Doing meaningful work that makes an everyday impact on the world around you. Owning your ambition and fueling your career growth. It's possible with a role at USP Technologies....

RETAIL DISTRICT MANAGER UNASSIGNED in WINCHESTER, KY (FUTURE GROWTH)

  • Winchester, KY (18 miles from Lexington, KY)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Winchester, KY (18 miles from Lexington, KY)
  • 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 Lexington, KY

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Lexington, KY 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 Lexington, KY
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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