Retail Area Manager

Retail Area Manager Job Description

Manages operations of retail stores in assigned geographic area. Supervises Store Managers. Develops and implements methods and procedures for monitoring store activities, such as sales, expenditures, progress reports, etc., in order to inform management of current status of store activities. The next organization level above the Area Manager is typically a District or Zone Manager. NOTE--ERI's findings based on sales volume.: Interprets company policy to employees and enforces safety regulations. Recruits, hires, and trains store managers to operate store according to corporate policies. Analyzes store budgets to identify needs and/or reductions, and may allocate operating budgets funds. Monitors cash flow, sales performance, inventory control, cash with sales receipts, and operating records. Ensures compliance with established security, sales, and record keeping procedures and practices. May recommend or initiate promotions, transfers, and disciplinary action. May formulate pricing policies to ensure profitability. May coordinate sales promotion activities and prepare, or supervise preparation of, merchandise displays and advertising copy. May answer customers' complaints or inquiries. (Source: eDOT Job Description)