Area Manager Jobs in Chattanooga, TN

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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Territory Manager I

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 19 hours ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 19 hours ago

Become a Territory Manager at The Hillman Group! At Hillman, we foster a culture of innovation where every employee has the opportunity to drive change and contribute fresh ideas. Join our...

Territory Manager

  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 3 days ago
  • Cleveland, TN (22 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 3 days ago

Eaton's IS VEH VGNA division is currently seeking a Territory Manager. This is a remote sales position supporting the following territories: Central US, Northeast US and Ontario CAN. The Territory...

District Sales Manager - Spirit

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 10 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 10 days ago

The District Sales Manager is responsible for all aspects of the store operation (average 3 stores) including, sales, payroll recruiting, training, employee relations, expense control, shrink and all...

Mortgage Sales Manager

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 11 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 11 days ago

Mortgage Sales Manager at LIBERTY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION Mortgage Sales Manager at LIBERTY FEDERAL CREDIT UNION in Chattanooga, Tennessee Posted in Other 2 days ago. Job Description: Mortgage Sales...

Commercial Sales Manager

  • Collegedale, TN (14 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 11 days ago
  • Collegedale, TN (14 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 11 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...

Territory Manager

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 16 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 16 days ago

Job Details Job Location : Chattanooga, TN Salary Range : Undisclosed Job Category : Territory Manager Description Territory/District Manager – Lead, Inspire, and Drive Success Are you a dynamic...

RETAIL DISTRICT MANAGER UNASSIGNED_ North GA

  • Rossville, GA (7 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 17 days ago
  • Rossville, GA (7 miles from Chattanooga, TN)
  • 17 days 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...

Territory Sales Manager

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 18 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 18 days ago

SUMMARY: AutoZone's Territory Sales Manager (TSM) maintains strong relationships with current and existing Commercial customers while obtaining new business with shop owners in the designated...

Associate Territory Manager - Chattanooga, TN

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 19 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 19 days ago

Associate Territory Manager - Chattanooga, TN Regular Full-Time 30+ days ago Requisition ID: 1852 The Associate Territory Manager will support sales activities, develop customer relationships,...

Area Supervisor

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 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...

District Sales Manager

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 23 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 23 days ago

Company Overview Allied Air Enterprises is a division of Lennox International. We bring together the collective strengths of seven comfort brands Armstrong Air, AirEase, Concord, Ducane, Allied,...

Territory Manager - Chattanooga

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 24 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 24 days ago

Territory Manager - Chattanooga JOB DESCRIPTION Why should you work for THIS company? The question is - WHY WOULDN'T YOU? Embrace YOUR opportunity to maximize tremendous, industry training with...

Regional Sales Manager - Central Region

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 24 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 24 days ago

Regional Sales Manager - Central Region Drive Growth. Lead a Winning Team. Make an Impact. At Dormer Pramet, we are more than just a cutting tool manufacturer-we are a global partner to the...

District Sales Manager - Chattanooga, TN

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 25 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 25 days ago

This position is responsible for customer management and administration activities in the assigned district to ensure our customer service expectations and the Region's objectives are achieved....

Territory Sales Manager

  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 28 days ago
  • Chattanooga, TN
  • 28 days 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...

Demographic Data for Chattanooga, TN

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Chattanooga, TN

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Chattanooga, TN 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 Chattanooga, TN
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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