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A great job title typically includes a general term, level of experience and any special requirements. The general term will optimise your job title to show up in a general search for jobs of the same nature. The level of experience will help you attract the most qualified applicants by outlining the amount of responsibility and prior knowledge required. And if your position is specialised, consider including the specialisation in the job title as well. But avoid using internal titles, abbreviations or acronyms to make sure people understand what your job posting is before clicking.

  • Area Manager
  • Regional Manager
  • Field M
  • Regional Accounts Manager
  • Business Development Manager

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Area Manager Job Description Examples:

Example 1

  • Generous remuneration

  • Helpful and supportive team.

    Our client is seeking an area manager that is confident, enthusiastic and able to work under pressure. This is your chance to commence your career with a professional and well-established team.

    The offer:

  • Full time offer

  • Salaried position

  • Introductory position

  • Commencing immediately

    The medical practice:

    The medical center excels in its professionalism as well as the services they provide to its customers. The team is a strong unit with experienced psychologists, counselors, exercise physiologists, physiotherapists, etc. They are very fondly known among their customers. They follow a policy that is client-centric and gives attention to educating patients on their situations and how best to manage their illnesses. The medical centre is open from 7.30 am to 6 pm every Monday to Thursday, 7.30 am to 5 pm every Friday, and Saturday by appointment and closed on Sundays.

    Eligibility criteria:

  • Must possess financial operational planning skills and knowledge of the assigned sales area

  • Excellent communication skills.

  • Natural team player and peoples person

  • Ability to set goals and achieve them.

  • Analytic and presentation abilities

    If you are interested in this position, please forward your resume to us. For further details, you can reach out to Rudy on 860016445.

    About Medfuture

    Medfuture is committed to finding medical jobs that are suitable for each individual. We offer a comprehensive service by connecting individuals with reputed medical centres and by providing guidance along the process while negotiating contract terms and offers

    REF ID NO: Types: Full-time, Permanent

    • Example 2

    About Our Company

    VDG Services is a privately owned Australian Company specialising in providing integrated services solutions to commercial and government institutions, prominent corporate office precincts, retail shopping centres, 5-star hotels and world class, multi-venue entertainment precincts across Australia.

    The areas we specialise in include cleaning services, security services, hospitality services, property maintenance, washroom services, and grounds and garden maintenance.

    About the Role

    We have an exciting opportunity available for a professional and customer focused Area Manager to join our friendly and rapidly growing commercial cleaning company.

    Responsibilities will include:
  • Establishing and maintaining good communication with clients.
  • Meeting and exceeding client KPI s.
  • Manage personnel and ensure cleaning staff are both qualified and OHS compliant and meeting /exceeding client standards.
  • Hold regular tool box talks and staff training sessions.
  • Being pro-active and identifying opportunities on client s sites for future work.

    The ideal candidate will have the following:
  • Exceptional customer service experience.
  • Previous Account Management experience (preferred).
  • Strong attention to detail and time management / organisation skills.
  • Highly developed verbal & written communication skills.
  • The ability to manage and communicate to staff and clients.
  • An excellent and up to date knowledge of cleaning procedures and equipment.
  • Problem solving skills.
  • Ability to demonstrate / train cleaners.
  • Flexibility in starting times is required to achieve the best results for your clients.
  • Intermediate computer skills (Word, Excel, Outlook).
  • Dependable, highly organised and motivated.
  • Own car and Drivers Licence.

    In return you will be rewarded with:
  • Attractive full-time salary package.
  • Superannuation.
  • Car allowance.
  • Mobile phone.
  • Opportunity to work with a friendly and supportive team.

    This role is available for an immediate start.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: $65,000.00 $95,000.00 per year

    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • North Shore NSW: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Experience:
  • Area Manager: 1 year Driver Licence (Required)

    • Example 3

    Koala Living is an established Australian based furniture retailer with a vision. We source globally for unique and exclusive pieces that provide our clientele with the very best in design and quality. We have helped hundreds of thousands of Australians find the right furniture for their loved home since 2007. We employ over 130 highly talented individuals within the company in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane who have helped us grow the business.

    We are looking for a highly energetic and motivated Area manager to join our Melbourne operation.

    In your role you will be responsible for:

  • Assisting in the development of the retail store operations, including the implementation of policies and procedures
  • Participating in team and departmental meetings by providing feedback on current day-to-day activity and recommendations for improvement
  • Maintain frequent communication with retail store staff and provide ongoing support where required
  • Working closely with the general manager on operational projects
  • Onboarding of new employees

    To achieve success in this role you will need the following essential criteria:

  • Experience in a team environment
  • Strong communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong leadership abilities without ego, who can inspire, empower and lead within a sophisticated organisation
  • High level of organisational skills
  • High level of computer and data analysis skills
  • Tertiary qualification is highly desirable but not necessary
  • Can do attitude with the ability to adapt to an ever-growing environment

    What you will get from us:

  • Attractive salary package
  • Training and mentoring
  • Opportunity for future progression within our growing organisation
  • Humble and positive team culture

    If you think you are ready to take on a new challenge, we want to hear from you

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: $75,000.00 $85,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Employee discount
    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
  • On call
    Supplemental pay types:
  • Monthly bonus

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Melbourne VIC: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Work (Required)

    • Example 4

    The Company

    Star Phones is one of Australia s exclusively growing mobile phone repair and accessories business with more than 30 stores based across Australia. Our company looks for people who can grow, think, and deliver in an environment with rapid growth and constant change. We are currently looking for an enthusiastic and experienced Retail Area Manager to join our team.

    The Position

    We are seeking an ambitious and Highly driven AREA Managerto overlook our stores. We need a passionate sales-driven leader who brings a motivating atmosphere to the team. Joining this brand, you will be leading the team, you will be responsible for developing staff and training, sales budgets, rostering and training your team for their individual growth.

  • Uncapped Commission
  • Career development opportunities.
  • Ongoing and supportive training and a supportive work environment.
  • The ability to bring your experience and shape the vision of all stores.

    The ideal Candidate

    The ideal candidate for this role will be a hungry hands-on leader, someone who has Area Management experience with an existing retail sales background. Needing a positive outgoing person who is passionate about selling and strives only for the best. Someone who is looking to make a change, invest in careers and support with excellent training and development long term.

  • Minimum 2-year experience as an Area Manager
  • Solid analytical skills, business accumen and practical application
  • Proven coaching, training, and development skills with solid experience in performance management
  • Analysing daily, weekly, and monthly sales reports and seeing where there are any issues and how they can be fixed.
  • Proven ability to implement new ideas and strategies across the business to achieve extraordinary results.
  • Self motivated and a strong ability to motivate the team
  • Experience working with a KPI driven and structured retail environment
  • Generate targeted growth and performance improvement through a focus on sales and store performance with demonstrable consistent productivity improvement.
  • Have high standards of store presentation and visual merchandising
  • Strong organisational skills and the ability to multi task

    If you fill the above criteria click apply or phone HR Department directly on 02 9899 4888 for a private and confidential discussion.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Salary: $70,000.00 $85,000.00 per year

    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift

    Work (Preferred)

    • Example 5

    We are a family owned business operating in the fast-paced FMCG industry and are currently seeking a Support Area Manager, to assist in overseeing all retail operations.

    Working directly out of our Head Office, you will play any integral part in supporting the operations team to drive our stores and teams to great success.

    To be successful in this role, you need to demonstrate:
  • A background in Retail Store Management.
  • A broad range of business / retail knowledge, including marketing and operations.
  • An understanding of POS software and hardware would be beneficial.
  • Must be proficient in Microsoft Office (Excel / Word / Outlook / PowerPoint)
  • Be willing to travel when required.

    Responsibilities:
  • Build Store management / Staff relationship through regular store visits and communication.
  • Drive operational consistency, to ensure outlets are in line with our business standards, including meeting all legislative requirements.
  • Build Store Manager capabilities by delivering ongoing training to Management and Staff, focusing on customer service, compliance, and industry specific programs.
  • Identify and provide opportunities to grow sales.
  • Coaching to build growth and encourage development of existing teams.
  • Identifying staffing issues and recruit new team members.
  • Provide reports and liaise with the Group Operations Manager and Head Office team.

    The Ideal Candidate:
  • You would have outstanding communication skills, people leadership & coaching skills to successfully influence the teams.
  • You take pride in being well organized and able to provide great customer service and resolve operational issues in a timely manner.
  • You will be self-motivated and able to work autonomously.
  • Good business acumen.
  • Experience in retail.
  • Competitive remuneration. Salary package includes car allowance

    If you think you could make a difference in this role, we would like to hear from you.

    Thank you for consider a position with 4 Eagles

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $52,500.00 – $60,000.00 per year

    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • On call



    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Acacia Ridge, QLD: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Experience:
  • Supervising: 2 years (Preferred)
  • Retail management: 2 years (Preferred)

    Licence/Certification:
  • Driver Licence (Required)

    Work Authorisation:
  • Australia (Required)

    Willingness to travel:
  • 25% Location: In person

    • Example 6

    Are you passionate about the environment? Looking for a job with a purpose? Wanna join a dynamic startup on a mission to make recycling cool and easy?

    About RecycleSmart:

    RecycleSmart is an innovative waste management service company that strives to revolutionize the waste management industry for both individuals and councils. Our goal at RecycleSmart is to empower people to improve the environment and preserve our planet by providing convenient and reliable recycling service.

    About your responsibilities:

    Pickups

    - Perform pickups as needed, both residential and business, utilizing your own vehicle.

    Consolidation point coordination

    -Bale and consolidate soft plastic and monitor levels.

    - Create and maintain a system where all items are stored safely and efficiently

    - Liaise with partner recyclers to coordinate collections / drop offs.

    Route Planning and Optimization

    - Create daily routes for pickup operations, typically around 4 pm each day.

    - Ensure drivers' daily earnings are accurately recorded and processed.

    - Optimize pickup schedules for the upcoming weeks to maximize efficiency.

    Driver Support

    - Provide support and guidance to drivers through group chat communication channels.

    - Address any operational issues or concerns promptly to ensure smooth operations.

    Hiring and Onboarding

    - Participate in the recruitment and hiring process for new drivers.

    - Conduct onboarding sessions for new drivers

    About you:

    As well as having amazing customer service skills and a Can-Do, flexible attitude, you will have:
  • live in or around Adelaide
  • Strong environmentally driven mindset
  • Unrestricted australian driver's license
  • Working rights in Australia
  • Your own vehicle
  • The confidence to safely drive and navigate through busy streets and suburban roads
  • Willing to learn from the daily challenges every start up brings to the table
  • The ability and strength to move heavy boxes at the consolidation point

    If you like the sound of us, then jump in and submit your application. We’d love to hear from you! :)

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Permanent

    Pay: $30.00 – $40.00 per hour

    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends



    Application Question(s):
  • For this job you will use your own vehicle, do you own a car/van?
  • What council LGA do you live in?

    Licence/Certification:
  • Driver Licence (Required)

    Work Authorisation:
  • Australia (Required)


    Work Location: On the Start Date: 01/07/2024

    • Example 7

    Posted: 15/06/2022
    Closing Date: 15/07/2022
    Job Type: Permanent - Full Time
    Location: Various Locations Available
    Job Category: Community Services and Development
    ABOUT US
    Momentum Collective is a registered charity and not-for-profit community services organisation creating real social change and inclusive opportunities. We have a proud 40 year track record operating in a suite of programs in disability, mental health, homelessness, social and affordable housing, family & domestic violence, child family and community services.

    We believe in a shared or collective responsibility to help close these gaps and are looking for can do, positive people, to join our community movement.

    Job Description
    ABOUT THE ROLE
    Reporting to the Executive Leadership team this portfolio will ensure the delivery of service excellence to our NDIS and Community Programs clients. You will be responsible for the preparation of budgets, work collaboratively with Government and providers and other internal portfolios and ensure strategic goals of the region are prioritized. You will drive employee engagement and take a leadership role in organisational change programs.

    Desired Skills and Experience
    WHAT WE ARE Looking FOR
    You will have experience managing a similar Community Services program or small organisation and have proven capability to lead and manage a team over a footprint covering Ballina to South Brisbane.
    You will the capacity to develop strategic partnerships and networks with providers and other stakeholders.
    If you are looking for a role that empowers others and creates a real difference in the lives of others then this is an opportunity to join a growing organisation.
    WHAT WE CAN OFFER

  • In-house training and career development to support your future goals
  • Our Employee Assistance Program includes free counselling, well-being coaching, nutrition coaching and financial coaching

  • Our BRAVO rewards and recognition program celebrates your contribution
  • Salary packaging options to increase take home pay and access to discounts and rewards

    Criteria:

  • Degree or relevant business management
  • qualifications
  • Current unencumbered Driver s Licence
  • Current Working with Children Check (NSW) and Blue Card WWC (Qld)
  • NDIS Worker Screening
  • Evidence of full COVID19 vaccination
  • Capacity to develop strategic partnerships and networks with providers and stakeholders external to the organisation
  • Demonstrated successful experience with managing financial performance
  • Leadership role in organisational change programs

    Momentum Collective is committed to creating social change and inclusive opportunities for everyone. We promote diversity when recruiting our team and are guided by our core values of trust and respect, wellbeing, innovation, working well together and being gracious. We respect the special place our nation s first people hold in our communities and encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with a disability, Lgbtiq+ community, people from culturally and linguistically diverse backgrounds and of mature age.
    Interested in this position?

    For Enquiries:please contact Simone on 0400 868 246
    We acknowledge the traditional custodians of the land on which we live and work and pay our respects to their elders past and Types: Full-time, Permanent
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    Area Manager job summary

    A great job description starts with a compelling summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is a good fit.

    Example of an Area Manager job summary

    Our company is in need of a motivated area manager to oversee our 19 stores throughout New England. The successful candidate will have strong leadership and interpersonal skills, as well as a proven track record in meeting sales and revenue targets. We’re looking for a professional who has experience managing teams and maximising productivity. The ability to work independently is essential. The successful candidate will be ready to build long-term relationships with stores in the region and ensure quality consistency across each individual location. A business background and mind is a must. Priority will be given to those with experience in our industry.

    Area Manager responsibilities and duties

    The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organisation and who the employee reports to.

    • Increase standards of customer service.
    • Provide training and development for staff.
    • Communicate with clients on a regular basis.
    • Ensure quality consistency across the region.
    • Maximise sales and profitability in the region.
    • Set sales targets for individual locations.

    Area Manager qualifications and skills

    Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you envision for a successful hire. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.

    • Excellent communication skills.
    • At least 5+ years’ experience in sales and/or management.
    • Must have a bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, finance or related field.
    • Willing to travel up to 75 percent of the time.
    • Strong analytical skills.
    • Proven track record of meeting sales targets.

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