Area Manager Jobs in West Virginia

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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Area Supervisor

  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 18 hours ago
  • Martinsburg, WV
  • 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...

Sales Manager - Wireless (T5205)

  • Barboursville, WV
  • 1 day ago
  • Barboursville, WV
  • 1 day ago

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

266 - Regional Retail Manager R6 - Regional Retail Manager

  • Morgantown, WV
  • 1 day ago
  • Morgantown, WV
  • 1 day ago

266 - Regional Retail Manager R6 - Regional Retail Manager First United Bank, 651 Suncrest Towne Centre, Morgantown, West Virginia, United States of America Req #850 Monday, April 14, 2025 For...

Sr Sales Rep SC - SH08AE We're determined to make a difference and are proud to be an insurance company that goes well beyond coverages and policies. Working here means having every opportunity to...

Peripheral Vascular Territory Sales Manager - Charleston

  • South Charleston, WV
  • 3 days ago
  • South Charleston, WV
  • 3 days 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...

Regional Sales Director, Screening Sales (Mid Atlantic)

  • Charleston, WV
  • 3 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 3 days ago

Company Description Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on guarding wellness and giving every person more time free from cancer. Founded in 2012, Guardant is...

Territory Manager (GI) (Dallas, TX)

  • Charleston, WV
  • 4 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 4 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...

Territory Sales Manager

  • Huntington, WV
  • 5 days ago
  • Huntington, WV
  • 5 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....

Sales Manager (Part Time) - 24H210

  • Beckley, WV
  • 6 days ago
  • Beckley, WV
  • 6 days ago

Employee Type: Regular If you are a CURRENT Carters employee, you MUST apply through the Internal Career Link within the My Career & Performance app in Workday. Do not apply using the below...

Commercial Sales Manager

  • South Charleston, WV
  • 8 days ago
  • South Charleston, WV
  • 8 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...

Local Sales Manager [Ghent]

  • Ghent, WV
  • 9 days ago
  • Ghent, WV
  • 9 days ago

The Sales Manager is responsible for leading the day to day operations of the Sales department, including development of new business and achievement of revenue goals across Broadcast and Digital...

Market Manager Commercial Banking

  • Princeton, WV
  • 9 days ago
  • Princeton, WV
  • 9 days ago

Market Manager Commercial Banking Princeton, WV Description At First Community Bank, we are committed to making our community, the places where we live and work, a better place each day. With a...

Network Carrier Field Manager

  • Charleston, WV
  • 9 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 9 days ago

orientation Problem solving skills Creativity (preferred) Proficient in Microsoft Office products Microsoft Office (Access, Excel, Word, Power Point, and Outlook) intermediate required Warehouse software...

Sales Manager- Petroleum Chemical and Refining

  • Charleston, WV
  • 10 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 10 days ago

At Aggreko, we provide energy solutions so communities can thrive, and businesses can grow. We bring power, heat and cooling to customers and communities wherever they need it. We are hiring...

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Territory Sales Manager - Western Pennsylvania and West Virginia

  • Charleston, WV
  • 12 days ago
  • Charleston, WV
  • 12 days ago

Company Description THE COMPANY Continental develops pioneering technologies and services for sustainable and connected mobility of people and their goods. Founded in 1871, the technology company...

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Salary for Area Manager Jobs in West Virginia

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

Highest Education Level

Area Managers in West Virginia 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 West Virginia
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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