Area Manager Jobs in New Jersey

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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Global Sales Manager Upmarket (3-15k)

  • Howell, NJ
  • 11 days ago
  • Howell, NJ
  • 11 days ago

At ADP we are driven by your success. We engage your unique talents and perspectives. We welcome your ideas on how to do things differently and better. In your efforts to achieve, learn and grow,...

District Leader

  • Medford, NJ
  • 6 hours ago
  • Medford, NJ
  • 6 hours ago

Futures start here. Where first steps, new friendships, and confident learners are born. At KinderCare Learning Companies, the first and only early childhood education provider recognized with the...

IU Senior Associate Territory Manager, Cherry Hill NJ

  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 8 hours ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 8 hours ago

Expected Travel : Up to 50% Requisition ID : 12048 Interventional Urology The Interventional Urology business unit of Teleflex is dedicated to developing innovative, minimally invasive and...

Regional Sales Manager (Enterprise)

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 14 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 14 hours ago

Cribl does differently. What does that mean? It means we are a serious company that doesn't take itself too seriously; and we're looking for people who love to get stuff done, and laugh a bit...

Regional Sales Manager - Northeast - FOBA VIdeojet

  • Roxbury Township, NJ
  • 14 hours ago
  • Roxbury Township, NJ
  • 14 hours ago

Imagine yourself + Growing your expertiseand expanding your skillset with every project. + Owning your ambitionand fueling your career growth. + Joining a companywith a proven track record of...

Rental Territory Manager

  • NJ
  • 14 hours ago
  • NJ
  • 14 hours ago

Career Area:** Sales **Job Description:** **Your Work Shapes the World at Caterpillar Inc.** When you join Caterpillar, you're joining a global team who cares not just about the work we do - but...

Territory Manager - HPE Aruba Networking (NYC/NJ)

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 14 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 14 hours ago

Territory Manager - HPE Aruba Networking (NYC/NJ) This role has been designated as 'Remote/Teleworker', which means you will primarily work from home. Who We Are: Hewlett Packard Enterprise is the...

Remote Work

Clinical Sales Manager - Cardiovascular

  • Trenton, NJ
  • 14 hours ago
  • Trenton, NJ
  • 14 hours ago

Nordson Medical, a global leader in Interventional Solutions, Fluid Components, and Surgical Solutions, is seeking an experienced and highly motivated individual to join our team. We are committed...

Multinational Corporations Payments Sales Manager - Vice President

  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 15 hours ago
  • Jersey City, NJ
  • 15 hours ago

Join the Payments Sales team! As a key leader on the team, you will drive the end-to-end client experience. As a Payments Sales Manager (PSM) within the Payments Corporate Sales team, you will be...

Market Manager- Paterson and Fair Lawn

  • Paterson, NJ
  • 18 hours ago
  • Paterson, NJ
  • 18 hours ago

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Accountable for the growth and profitability of their branch or branches. Improves revenues and expenses and creates an environment that exceeds...

Market Manager

  • Fort Lee, NJ
  • 18 hours ago
  • Fort Lee, NJ
  • 18 hours ago

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Accountable for the growth and profitability of their branch or branches. Improves revenues and expenses and creates an environment that exceeds...

Regional Sales Director, Screening Sales (South New Jersey)

  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 20 hours ago
  • Cherry Hill, NJ
  • 20 hours ago

Company Description Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on guarding wellness and giving every person more time free from cancer. Founded in 2012, Guardant is...

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Market Manager

  • NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • NJ
  • 1 day ago

The Market Manager directly manages the Branch staff at one or more branches and is ultimately responsible for the staffing and overall performance of all employees within the branch; this...

Territory Manager

  • Blackwood, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Blackwood, NJ
  • 1 day ago

What We Do : SRS Distribution Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Home Depot, consists of a family of industry-leading, independent roofing distributors. SRS has grown rapidly through...

Associate Territory Manager - North Jersey

  • Newark, NJ
  • 1 day ago
  • Newark, NJ
  • 1 day ago

Summary Be part of something bigger! BD is one of the largest global medical technology companies in the world and is advancing the world of health by improving medical discovery, diagnostics and...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in New Jersey

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in New Jersey offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.0%
High School or GED
18.7%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
Master's Degree
11.2%
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 New Jersey
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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