Area Manager

Acosta

Area Manager leading distributed merchandising teams for Premium Retail Services, a retail sales and merchandising agency. Managing field projects, associate development, schedules, audits, and client execution.

Posted 8/21/2026full-timeRemote • Alabama • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $39,800 - $49,800 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates strong leadership and management capabilities in overseeing Retail Service Merchandiser teams, ensuring project completion with high-quality results while effectively communicating and collaborating with store personnel.

Highest-signal resume keywords

Team LeadershipProject ManagementMicrosoft Office ProficiencyInterpersonal SkillsDecision Making

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Hard Skills

Management ExperiencePerformance ManagementWeb-Based Applications ProficiencyDocumentation ManagementProblem Solving

Soft Skills

Organizational SkillsCoachingConflict ResolutionCommunication Skills

Tools & Technologies

Retail Reporting SystemsEmail ApplicationsWord Processing ApplicationsSpreadsheet Applications

Certifications & Qualifications

High School Diploma or EquivalentValid Driver's License

Industry Keywords

Retail Service MerchandisingProject Work ProcessesMerchandising ExcellenceCareer Development

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Lead and manage Retail Service Merchandiser/Lead Merchandiser teams in the assigned geographic area
Interview, hire, onboard, train, coach, and support associates
Manage performance, career development, conflicts, and personnel issues
Develop knowledge of the company business model, client and customer expectations, and project work processes
Work in the field periodically and provide backup support for project work
Manage assigned project work to completion, on time, and with high-quality results
Review schedules and documentation, assign work, monitor progress, audit projects, solve problems, adjust resources, and ensure delivery of materials, supplies, and equipment
Partner with store personnel and teams to achieve merchandising excellence and meet goals
Report observations, issues, and business solutions to the Market Manager
Use web-based applications and retail reporting systems to manage project notifications, documentation, profiles, assignments, progress, mileage, expenses, time, attendance, and training
Prepare, process, submit, and manage project and team documentation
Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

What you’ll need

High School diploma or equivalent required
2+ years of management and/or supervisory experience
Strong interpersonal, organizational, decision making, and leadership skills
Ability to read and communicate effectively with others
Proficiency in web-based applications, email, word processing, and spreadsheet applications
Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications required
Valid driver’s license and ability to drive for extended periods
Ability to operate a computer, paper cutter, copier, hammer, screwdriver, drill, case cutter, hand truck, and pallet jack
Ability to climb and stand on a step stool or ladder

Benefits

Comp & perks

Reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities
Internal development and promotion opportunities
Equal opportunity employer