Area Manager Jobs in Houston, TX

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, Surgical Pain - South Houston, TX

  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago

Ideal candidates for this position are experienced sales professionals with a background in selling Orthopedic, Spine, Anesthesia, Trauma, or Sports Medicine products in a surgical setting....

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KPRC

Local Sales Manager

  • KPRC
  • Houston, TX
  • 10 days ago
  • KPRC
  • Houston, TX
  • 10 days ago

KPRC 2, the Graham Media Group owned NBC affiliated station, is in search of a strong team player that brings high energy, is organized, and a positive individual to lead KPRC2s local sales effort...

MillerKnoll

Regional Sales Director - South Texas

Why join us? Our purpose is to design for the good of humankind. It's the ideal we strive toward each day in everything we do. Being a part of MillerKnoll means being a part of something larger...

Loss Prevention Market Manager

  • Katy, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 4 hours ago
  • Katy, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 4 hours ago

Come work at a place where we take pride in creating a workplace environment that values hard work, commitment, and growth. Job Description: Education : Bachelors degree in relevant field of study...

Technical Sales Manager

  • Houston, TX
  • 14 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 14 hours ago

Technical Sales Manager We are looking for a Technical Sales Manager to join our Houston (Pearland) team! As our Technical Sales Manager you will serve as a key interface between CW Sales,...

Territory Sales Manager Dental - Texas

  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 14 hours ago

The Company: Leixir Dental Laboratories are full-service state-of-the-art dental labs which offer a complete range of leading-edge dental products. Our labs represent a perfect balance between...

Wireless Sales Manager - Houston, TX

  • Houston, TX
  • 15 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 15 hours ago

DESCRIPTION Drive sales through personalized wireless solutions and customer education. Premium Retail Services operates in more than 1200 Walmart Supercenter locations across North America, with...

Mortgage Area Sales Manager - Houston, TX

  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Pearland, TX (15 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 16 hours ago

Position Overview At PNC, our people are our greatest differentiator and competitive advantage in the markets we serve. We are all united in delivering the best experience for our customers. We...

Regional Sales Manager

  • Houston, TX
  • 16 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 16 hours ago

The Regional Sales Manager is responsible for managing sales and profitability within a designated region. The primary objective of this position is to achieve revenue through effective sales...

Regional Director Sales TMG - Life

  • Houston, TX
  • 16 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 16 hours ago

Who We Are At Corebridge Financial, we believe action is everything. That's why every day we partner with financial professionals and institutions to make it possible for more people to take...

District Sales Manager (North Houston)

  • Houston, TX
  • 16 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 16 hours ago

Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with trailing twelve month total revenues of nearly $3.5 billion as of December 31, 2024. Herc...

District Sales Manager (S. Houston)

  • Houston, TX
  • 16 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 16 hours ago

Founded in 1965, Herc Rentals is one of the leading equipment rental suppliers in North America with trailing twelve month total revenues of nearly $3.5 billion as of December 31, 2024. Herc...

Sports Medicine Territory Manager (South Region) - Future Opportunities

  • Houston, TX
  • 16 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 16 hours ago

This job is posted in anticipation of future business needs in the South Region including: Greenville, SC; Fort Lauderdale, FL; Birmingham, AL; Atlanta, GA; Houston, TX; San Antonio, TX; Dallas,...

District Sales Manager - H&B Field

  • Houston, TX
  • 16 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 16 hours ago

Responsibilities Manages the achievement of corporate objectives by individual product line within area of district responsibility and within budgeted financial guidelines. Recruits, selects and...

Boston Scientific - Associate Territory Manager - Houston

  • Houston, TX
  • 16 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 16 hours ago

Additional Location(s): N/A Diversity - Innovation - Caring - Global Collaboration - Winning Spirit - High Performance At Boston Scientific, we'll give you the opportunity to harness all that's...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Houston, TX

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Houston, TX 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 Houston, TX
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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