Area Manager

Ashley The Wellsville Group is seeking an Area Manager to lead multi-store retail operations across an assigned territory. In this role, you will oversee several Ashley locations, ensuring each store delivers outstanding customer experiences, meets sales targets, and adheres to company standards. You will coach and develop store leaders, analyze KPIs, manage staffing and scheduling, and drive execution of merchandising and promotional plans. Working within a team-oriented, integrity-driven culture, you'll receive strong support, training, and clear paths for advancement across sales, operations, logistics, and higher-level leadership roles.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily operations and performance for multiple Ashley retail locations within assigned area

• Drive sales results by analyzing KPIs, setting targets, and implementing action plans

• Hire, train, and develop store managers and key sales leaders to deliver strong results

• Ensure exceptional customer service standards and effective resolution of escalated issues

• Manage staffing levels, scheduling, and labor costs across all locations

• Maintain visual merchandising, inventory accuracy, and store presentation standards

• Champion company culture, policies, and compliance with operational procedures

• Partner with senior leadership on strategic initiatives, promotions, and process improvements

• Monitor P&L performance, budgets, and expense controls for assigned stores

• Identify high-potential talent and support succession planning and career development Required Skills

• Multi-unit retail management

• Sales forecasting and planning

• P&L and budget management

• Staff hiring and scheduling

• Performance coaching

• Customer service management

• Inventory control and merchandising

• KPI tracking and reporting

• Conflict resolution

• MS Office and POS systems