Area Manager Jobs in Amherst, NY

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 (Part Time) - 24H210

  • Orchard Park, NY (17 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Orchard Park, NY (17 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 60+ days ago

Advance You Program helps earn a GED or a bachelors degree tuition-free or learn English as a second language! The opportunity to learn and build skills and grow as an individual....

Sports Medicine Territory Manager (Northeast Region) - Future Opportunities

  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 1 day ago
  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 1 day ago

This job is posted in anticipation of future business needs in the Northeast Region including: New Brunswick, NJ, Stamford, CT, Buffalo, NY, Arlington, VA and Baltimore, MD Life Unlimited. At...

Sales Manager

  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 2 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 2 days ago

Buffalo. Sales Manager. Harper International Corporation. FT. 1st Shift. Benefits. Position Objective1.A Sales Manager is responsible for business growth and sales leadership in positioning...

Webber - Area Supervisor - Infrastructure Management - Niagara Falls

  • Niagara Falls, NY (17 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (17 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Benefits Position Summary Identifies or verifies required maintenance work, interprets contract, schedules and coordinates in-house or sub-contractor work and ensures work meets contract...

Webber - Assistant Area Supervisor - Infrastructure Management - Niagara Falls

  • Niagara Falls, NY (17 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Niagara Falls, NY (17 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Benefits Position Summary Assist with identifying or verifying required maintenance work, interpreting contracts, scheduling and coordinating in-house or sub-contractor work and ensuring work...

Distribution Center - Area Supervisor

  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 3 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 3 days ago

Management Systems; 3+ years supervisory experience in a related field; Minimum Education: The knowledge, skills and abilities typically acquired through the completion of a high school diploma and/or GED...

Territory Manager - Weschester

  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 4 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 4 days ago

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE ( Join Our Community of Food People! The primary purpose of this position is to develop and...

Business Banking Inside Sales Manager

  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 6 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 6 days ago

Overview: Manages the deployment of customer and sales initiatives at all levels within the assigned area, primarily focused on microbusinesses ( Primary Responsibilities: Leads the implementation...

Veterinary Territory Manager

  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 7 days ago

As a Territory Manager you are responsible for the maintenance and expansion of your assigned customer base within an assigned territory for veterinary supplies, products, & programs. This...

Regional Sales Director - South Central

  • Alabama, NY (17 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Alabama, NY (17 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Interface is a global flooring solutions company and sustainability leader, offering an integrated portfolio of carpet tile and resilient flooring products that includes Interface carpet tile and...

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Area Sales Manager

  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 7 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 7 days ago

Area Sales Manager We've made it our mission to help millions of people have a great day at work - every day. We do it for our customers by providing them with access to our world-leading...

Clinical Territory Manager

  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 10 days ago

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

Territory Sales Manager

  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 10 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 10 days ago

Key Responsibilities Strategic Sales Planning: Develop and execute sales plans to not only meet but exceed sales targets within your territory. Business Development: Identify and pursue new...

Regional Sales Manager

  • Medina, NY (24 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • Medina, NY (24 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 11 days ago

Winland Foods Regional Sales Manager in Medina , New York The Regional Sales Manager (RSM) is accountable for overall customer performance vs. plan (AOP delivery), revenue and margin. This role...

Assistant Regional Mortgage Sales Manager

  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 11 days ago
  • Buffalo, NY (10 miles from Amherst, NY)
  • 11 days ago

Purpose:The Assistant Regional Mortgage Sales Manager works directly with the Sales Manager and Operations to ensure the Mortgage Loan Originators (MLO's) are working to their fullest potential...

Demographic Data for Amherst, NY

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Amherst, NY

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Amherst, NY 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 Amherst, NY
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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