Area Manager Jobs in Kalamazoo, MI

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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RETAIL DISTRICT MANAGER UNASSIGNED Kalamazoo, Mi and surrounding areas

  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 1 day 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...

Sales Manager Central Region

  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 1 day ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 1 day ago

JOB DETAILS Job Details Sales Manager Central Region Job Code Number 285759786 Job Description Summary As the lead for a specific geographic region, it is this individual's responsibility to...

Inside Sales Manager

  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 5 days ago
  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 5 days ago

Work Schedule Standard (Mon-Fri) Environmental Conditions Office Job Description Position Summary: The Inside Sales Manager Manages a team of sales reps who are dedicated to sales of Clinical...

Territory Sales Manager- Payroll/HCM

  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 7 days ago

Every day, Heartland, a Global Payments Company, makes it possible for millions of people to move money between buyers and sellers using our products and unmatched services. Simply, we create...

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Clinical Sales Manager- Foot & Ankle- Atlanta, GA

  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 14 days ago
  • Portage, MI (5 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 14 days ago

JOB DETAILS Job Details Clinical Sales Manager- Foot & Ankle- Atlanta, GA Job Code Number 283181594 Job Description This position is responsible for delivering against strategically aligned...

Commercial Sales Manager

  • Allegan, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 18 days ago
  • Allegan, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 18 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 Manager - Xtratuf - Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Illinois, Wisconsin

  • Mattawan, MI (11 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mattawan, MI (11 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

Essential Duties and Responsibilities To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable...

Territory Manager - Durango - Upper Peninsula of Michigan, Wisconsin, Minnesota, North Dakota and South Dakota

  • Mattawan, MI (11 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mattawan, MI (11 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

To perform the job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform...

Regional Sales Manager

  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI (23 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 30+ days ago

Eurofins is searching for a Regional Sales Manager Battle Creek, MI Regional Sales Manager responsibilities include, but are not limited to, the following : Demonstrates and promotes the company...

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RETAIL DISTRICT MANAGER UNASSIGNED Kalamazoo, MI and Surrounding Areas

  • Augusta, MI (12 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Augusta, MI (12 miles from Kalamazoo, MI)
  • 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...

Territory Manager

  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 90+ days ago

Job Details Job Location : Kalamazoo, MI Salary Range : $90,000.00 - $105,000.00 Job Category : Territory Manager Description With over 550 Cricket stores, Mobilelink is Cricket’s largest...

Territory Manager TW - Kalamazoo

  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 90+ days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 90+ days ago

Company Summary: TW Metals, LLC is a leading global distributor of Specialty Metals providing materials to the world’s leading companies in the aerospace, defense and commercial sectors. TW Metals...

Demographic Data for Kalamazoo, MI

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Kalamazoo, MI

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Kalamazoo, MI 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 Kalamazoo, MI
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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