Area Manager Jobs in South Carolina

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
  • 30+ days ago
  • Spartanburg, 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

  • North Charleston, SC
  • 6 hours ago
  • North Charleston, SC
  • 6 hours ago

Hotel: North Charleston Residence Inn 5035 International Boulevard N.Charleston, SC 29418 Sales Manager Full time Atrium SPIRIT where teamwork, passion and appreciation ignite service excellence...

RETAIL DISTRICT MANAGER UNASSIGNED Myrtle Beach, SC

  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 6 hours ago
  • Myrtle Beach, SC
  • 6 hours 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...

Industrial & Co-Manufacturing Sales Manager

  • Columbia, SC
  • 14 hours ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 14 hours ago

The Industrial & Co-Manufacturing Sales Manager is accountable for overall customer performance vs. plan (AOP delivery), revenue and margin. This role will also be responsible for customer...

Area Supervisor

  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 18 hours ago
  • Rock Hill, SC
  • 18 hours 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...

Assistant Market Manager FT

  • Hartsville, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Hartsville, SC
  • 1 day ago

Overview Come grow with grocery at IGA Market! We're not like other grocery stores - We Create Smiles! Plus, we're family-owned and based in the Carolinas since 1922! Join us where you can create...

Sales Manager

  • Lexington, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Lexington, SC
  • 1 day ago

Sales Manager C1516 - Red Bank, 1856 S Lake Dr Ste H, Lexington, South Carolina, United States of America Req #66098 Monday, April 14, 2025 We are Aarons - an industry leader in the sales and...

Sales Manager (Veterinary Sales) - Columbia, SC

  • Greer, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Greer, SC
  • 1 day 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...

Regional Sales Manager (Enterprise)

  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day 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...

Retail Territory Manager - Columbia

  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbia, SC
  • 1 day ago

You also have: 3-5 years of Retail Sales Experience in Consumer Goods Industry....

Retail Branch Manager

  • Greer, SC
  • 1 day ago
  • Greer, SC
  • 1 day 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....

Join Our Team! Sunbelt Rentals strives to be the customer's first choice in the equipment rental industry. From pumps to scaffolding to general construction tools, we aim to be the only call...

FT Deli Bakery Sales Manager (H)

  • Beaufort, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Beaufort, SC
  • 2 days ago

PRIMARY PURPOSE Support the management and duties of store operations to meet financial and sales goals....

Regional Sales Manager

  • Charleston, SC
  • 2 days ago
  • Charleston, SC
  • 2 days ago

Regional Sales Manager Regional Sales Manager Location Charleston/Columbia, SC Category Full-time Description SUMMARY The Regional Sales Manager's (RSM) primary responsibility is to meet/exceed...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in South Carolina

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in South Carolina 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 South Carolina
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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