District Manager Jobs in Waterloo, IA

A District Manager in the retail industry is responsible for overseeing the operations of multiple stores within a certain geographical area. Their duties often include managing and training store managers, setting regional goals, implementing strategies to enhance sales and customer satisfaction, and ensuring all stores comply with company policies and procedures. They also handle financial aspects such as budgets, payroll, and expense reports, as well as addressing any operational issues that arise.

Important skills for a District Manager include strong leadership and communication abilities, strategic thinking, problem-solving skills, and financial acumen. They must also have the ability to multitask and handle a variety of duties in a fast-paced environment. Certifications such as Certified Retail Executive (CRE) or Certified Retail Operations Professional (CROP) can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a District Manager, individuals often hold roles such as Store Manager, Area Manager, or Regional Sales Manager within the retail industry.

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Territory Manager - Cedar Falls Area

  • Waterloo, IA
  • 18 days ago
  • Waterloo, IA
  • 18 days ago

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! The primary purpose of this position is to develop and manage...

Commercial Sales Manager

  • Vinton, IA (24 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 18 days ago
  • Vinton, IA (24 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 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...

Sales Manager - Energy (remote)

  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 22 days ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 22 days ago

If youre looking for a special place to build or grow your career, youve found it. Whether youre an experienced professional, a recent college graduate or somewhere in between, IDEX is a place...

Remote Work

Territory Manager - Cedar Falls Area

  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

ARE YOU A CURRENT US FOODS EMPLOYEE? PLEASE APPLY DIRECTLY THROUGH OUR INTERNAL WORKDAY CAREER SITE Join Our Community of Food People! The primary purpose of this position is to develop and manage...

Service Sales Manager

  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 30+ days ago

Rice Companies is looking for a Service Sales Manager to join the team at our Cedar Falls, IA, location. The Service Sales Manager is responsible for lead generation and completing sales along...

Area Supervisor

  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Cedar Falls, IA (10 miles from Waterloo, IA)
  • 90+ 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...

Demographic Data for Waterloo, IA

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Salary for District Manager Jobs in Waterloo, IA

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Highest Education Level

District Managers in Waterloo, IA 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 District Managers in Waterloo, IA
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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