Area Manager Jobs in Lima, OH

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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Regional Sales Manager - Commercial Products

  • Saint Marys, OH (23 miles from Lima, OH)
  • 1 day ago
  • Saint Marys, OH (23 miles from Lima, OH)
  • 1 day ago

Title: Regional Sales Manager - Commercial Products Reports To: Director of Sales - Rubber Products Department: Sales FLSA Status: Exempt Ability to Travel: 50-70% travel + Travel Ability: Trade...

Territory Manager - Neurosurgery/Spine

  • Lima, OH
  • 4 days ago
  • Lima, OH
  • 4 days ago

Summary** As the Territory Manager for Neuro & Spine, you will be responsible for developing and executing a strategic, result oriented sales plan for GE's intra-operative ultrasound products and...

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...

National Sales Manager

  • Lima, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lima, OH
  • 30+ days ago

About PayJoy PayJoy is a mission-first financial service provider dedicated to helping under-served customers in emerging markets to achieve financial stability and success. We lend through our...

Regional Sales Manager Rental

  • Lima, OH
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lima, OH
  • 30+ days ago

Ohio Machinery Co Regional Sales Manager Rental in Lima , Ohio Find YOUR fit at Ohio Cat Rental Store (A Division of Ohio Machinery Co. )! Join a winning culture that strives to be the...

Sales Manager - North East

  • New Hampshire, OH (15 miles from Lima, OH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • New Hampshire, OH (15 miles from Lima, OH)
  • 45+ days ago

SmartWorks is a division of N. Harris Computer Corporation. For over a decade, SmartWorks has been providing best-in-class meter data management and analytics software solutions to more than 300...

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Commercial Sales Manager

  • Lima, OH
  • 45+ days ago
  • Lima, OH
  • 45+ 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...

Account Sales Manager

  • Lima, OH
  • 60+ days ago
  • Lima, OH
  • 60+ days ago

Work Location Type: Onsite Lima, Ohio As a leading industrial distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom, We Keep The World Working by serving more than...

Demographic Data for Lima, OH

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Lima, OH

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Lima, OH 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 Lima, OH
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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