Area Manager Jobs in Morgantown, WV

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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Wireless Sales Manager W1739/W5446/W5040

  • Waynesburg, PA (18 miles from Morgantown, WV)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Waynesburg, PA (18 miles from Morgantown, WV)
  • 8 hours ago

Overview Wireless Manager Are you a dynamic leader with a passion for technology and a track record of driving sales excellence? Welcome to OSL, a vibrant leader in outsourced sales services,...

Territory Business Sales Manager - Uniontown, PA

  • Uniontown, PA (24 miles from Morgantown, WV)
  • 1 day ago
  • Uniontown, PA (24 miles from Morgantown, WV)
  • 1 day ago

Preferred Qualifications Working knowledge of Fast Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and/or sales experience in similar industry....

Area Supervisor

  • Westover, WV
  • 11 days ago
  • Westover, WV
  • 11 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

  • Fairmont, WV (10 miles from Morgantown, WV)
  • 18 days ago
  • Fairmont, WV (10 miles from Morgantown, WV)
  • 18 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...

Regional Sales Manager, Residential Sales

  • Carolina, WV (15 miles from Morgantown, WV)
  • 20 days ago
  • Carolina, WV (15 miles from Morgantown, WV)
  • 20 days ago

Regional Sales Manager, Residential Sales Georgia Mississippi, USA North Carolina, USA South Carolina, USA West Virginia, USA Req #439 Wednesday, February 19, 2025 At Crestron Electronics, Inc we...

Industrial Sales Manager, Engineered Hydraulics

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 23 days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 23 days ago

Industrial Sales Manager, Engineered Hydraulics LOCATION Morgantown, WV TYPE Direct Hire SALARY $180,000 - $200,000 / yr ID OH... POSTED Feb 13, 2025 Seeking an experienced heavy industrial Sales...

Sales Manager

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 29 days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 29 days ago

Comfort starts with our 10,000+ team members across the globe, who are transforming the power of comfort every day. Our employees have the power to change lives, in our homes, work and...

Sales Manager

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 30+ days ago

Apply Job Type Full-time Description Why Everstory At Everstory Partners, our mission is to create supportive spaces where individuals and families can find solace, meaning, and hope in the midst...

Territory Sales Manager - Early Careers

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 30+ days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 30+ days ago

Swedish Match North America LLC, develops, manufactures, and sells quality products with market-leading brands such as ZYN nicotine pouches and other smokeless tobacco products. Our vision is A...

CRM: Territory Manager - Central/Northern WV

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 45+ days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 45+ days ago

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

Sales Manager

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 45+ days ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 45+ days ago

City, State: Morgantown, West Virginia The SALES MANAGER will generate group business in designated market segment and maximize revenue profitability using proactive sales activities in accordance...

Demographic Data for Morgantown, WV

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in Morgantown, WV

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in Morgantown, WV 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 Morgantown, WV
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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