Area Manager Jobs in Greenville, SC

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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District Sales Manager, Spartanburg

  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Lead a group of TMs to achieve Division sales, penetration and churn reduction objectives; research, develop and maintain long and short range sales plans, while coaching and developing TMs in...

Territory Sales Manager, Greenville SC and area

  • Greenville, SC
  • 15 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 15 days ago

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Foster the customer relationship in a team based selling model. Manage deliveries to the routing schedule published by the transportation department;...

Sales Manager NA - Polartec

  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 12 hours ago

Milliken & Company is a global manufacturing leader whose focus on materials science delivers tomorrow's breakthroughs today. From industry-leading molecules to sustainable innovations, Milliken...

Product Sales Manager

  • Piedmont, SC (9 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Piedmont, SC (9 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 12 hours ago

At WillScot (NASDAQ WSC), our 4000+ people are at the heart of everything we do. In addition to providing industry-leading pay and benefits, we provide opportunities for development and upward...

Sales Manager (Veterinary Sales) - Columbia, SC

  • Greer, SC (8 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Greer, SC (8 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 2 days ago

Driven by integrity and united by the people-and-pet bond, we find strong purpose in the work we do and an even greater joy in those we get to work alongside. Together, we harness the expertise of...

Retail Branch Manager

  • Greer, SC (11 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Greer, SC (11 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 2 days ago

Take the next step toward your new career today! Become a part of the diverse and inclusive team within our nationally recognized award-winning Bank that is one of the strongest in the nation....

Retail Branch Manager

  • Greer, SC (8 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Greer, SC (8 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 4 days ago

Take the next step toward your new career today!Become a part of the diverse and inclusive team within our nationally recognized award-winning Bank that is one of the strongest in the...

Sales Manager

  • Greenville, SC
  • 6 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 6 days ago

Has a service orientation; is actively looking for ways to help people. Ability to foster teamwork and enlist the support and participation of others....

Territory Manager (GI) (Dallas, TX)

  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 7 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...

Irrigation - Regional Sales Manager - Southeast

  • Greenville, SC
  • 10 days ago
  • Greenville, SC
  • 10 days ago

Irrigation - Regional Sales Manager - Southeast LOCATION Greenville, SC Hybrid TYPE Direct Hire SALARY $80,000 - $100,000 / yr ID GA26-2739653 POSTED Apr 4, 2025 Position: Regional Sales Manager -...

Financial Sales Manager Hub

  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 14 days ago

Overview Stable. Family. Opportunities. Unique. Whether First Citizens Bank has been established for 120+ years, or expanding its presence in your market, we invite you to be a part of our story....

Sales Manager

  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 19 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 19 days ago

Requisition Number: 197338 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Sales Manager to lead a team of Sales Representatives who are focused on new business-to-business account development....

Territory Sales Manager

  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 20 days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 20 days ago

Experience: Requires some directly related work experience in non-durable consumer goods sales. Additional Information: The candidate must live within the geographical assignment....

Area Supervisor

  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Spartanburg, SC (22 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 30+ days ago

Our values start with our people, join a team that values you! We are the nation's largest off-price retailer with over 2,000 stores, and a strong track record of success and growth. Our focus has...

Commercial Sales Manager

  • Mauldin, SC (7 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Mauldin, SC (7 miles from Greenville, SC)
  • 60+ 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...

Demographic Data for Greenville, SC

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Greenville, SC

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Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Greenville, SC 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 Greenville, SC
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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