Area Manager Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

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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Territory Sales Manager

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 17 hours ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 17 hours ago

Vontier Territory Sales Manager in Baton Rouge , Louisiana Do you enjoy working with a highly collaborative sales team backed by an innovative company with full support services? Are you looking...

Sales Manager

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 20 hours ago

The Sales Manager is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing the sales plans for the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK Baton Rouge, with the objective of promoting all products and services...

Regional Sales Manager

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 1 day ago

Summary The Regional Sales Manager will sell machining services to new and existing customers across various industries including Pulp & Paper, Oil & Gas, Chemical, Power Generation,...

Senior Sales Manager

  • Central, LA (1 mile from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Central, LA (1 mile from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 2 days ago

Senior Sales Manager MONDRIAN HOTELS Posted 3 days ago Senior Sales Manager About the job Company Description Mondrian is a way of travel. With its groundbreaking design and progressive...

Samsung Field Sales Manager

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 3 days ago

goods environment Strong understanding of retail dynamics and consumer behavior within a specified territory Excellent relationship-building, communication, and negotiation skills Proficient in analyzing...

Regional Sales Manager - South Central

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 4 days ago

Fujifilm Regional Sales Manager - South Central in Baton Rouge , Louisiana Position Overview Regional Sales Manager - South Central - Remote This position is responsible for meeting the monthly,...

Territory Manager (Neurology) (Baton Rouge, LA)

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 4 days ago

Join a team! We are a global diversified pharmaceutical company enriching lives through our relentless drive to deliver better health outcomes. We develop, manufacture and market a range of...

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Area Sales Manager

  • Denham Springs, LA (19 miles from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Denham Springs, LA (19 miles from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 4 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 Manager - Baton Rouge

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 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...

Clinical Territory Manager

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 8 days ago

Position Summary The Clinical Territory Manager (CTM) is responsible for providing pneumatic compression devices to patients as prescribed by physicians or referred by therapists. Essential Duties...

Sales Manager

  • Denham Springs, LA (19 miles from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 9 days ago
  • Denham Springs, LA (19 miles from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 9 days ago

At Bluegreen Vacations, we know where our true value lies. Its not in our 70+ resorts spread across the U.S. and Caribbean, it is our associatesthe people who work herewho we value most. Bluegreen...

Custodial Zone Manager -East Baton Rouge Parish Schools (EBRPS)

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 10 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 10 days ago

Custodial Zone Manager -East Baton Rouge Parish Schools (EBRPS) Baton Rouge, LA, United States of America $60,000.00 - $75,000.00 Back Apply Now Back Apply Now Overview Overview HES Facilities is...

Accessory Market Area Sales Manager

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 11 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 11 days ago

Ford Motor Company Accessory Market Area Sales Manager in Baton Rouge , Louisiana Accessory Market Area Sales Manager We are the movers of the world and the makers of the future. We get up every...

Regional Sales Manager- Central (Region-40,41,50,51&52)

  • Central, LA (1 mile from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Central, LA (1 mile from Baton Rouge, LA)
  • 11 days ago

Company Description Tyler Union, a division of McWane, Inc, the nation's leading manufacturer of Ductile Iron Waterworks Fittings and Appurtenances has an immediate opening for a Central Region...

Abbott is a global healthcare leader that helps people live more fully at all stages of life. Our portfolio of life-changing technologies spans the spectrum of healthcare, with leading businesses...

Demographic Data for Baton Rouge, LA

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Baton Rouge, LA

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Baton Rouge, LA 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 Baton Rouge, LA
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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