Retail District Manager Jobs in Illinois

Job Title: District Manager - Department Store Company: Top Echelon Network Location: Elgin, IL Description: Looking for an energetic, upbeat individual with experience in retail management. Must have experience as a District Manager (multi-unit) in a department store environment with strong softlines and hardlines/home experience. Good merchandising skills. Strong desire to promote from within. Company in a very strong growth mode opening several new stores in the next few years. Great benefits!   See all jobs in Elgin IL

Job Title: Operations Manager - Old Navy Company: Gap Location: Wheaton, IL Description: GENERAL SUMMARY: The Operations Manager supports the Store Manager or ASM by executing strategies that consistently meet and exceed company-defined Best Practices and standards. The Operations Manager ensures a seamless customer experience that models appropriate behaviors and drives productivity. The Operations Manager provides functional training and provides ongoing tactical feedback to the Associate team. The Operations Manager leads the execution of company defined best practices for markdowns, signing, marketing, and facilities, driving efficiency and productivity standards.Owns execution of the tasks for markdowns, signing, marketing, and facilities.Ensure areas of ownership are in compliance with productivity goals and company standardsWork in partnership with the ASM/Merchandising Manager(s) to ensure any movement of merchandise meets company presentation guidelinesParticipates in weekly store walks with Store Manager and Assistant Store ManagerMaintains pricing and marketing accuracy.Coaches team while working shoulder to shoulder with them on the best practices, while meeting company productivity standardsEnsures productivity goals are met while adhering to company defined best practicesCommunicates successes, opportunities and solutions to the Store Manager or ASMEnsures efficiencies and minimizes merchandise handling to meet payroll budget and efficiency goalsEnsures that all damaged and defective merchandise is processed per company standardsMaintains clearance merchandise to ensure gross margin is maximizedPerforms Leader on Duty responsibilities includingOpens and closes the store in accordance with company standardsMonitors payroll when opening store, and adjusts schedule accordinglyComplete register audits as necessaryPractices and ensures all company policies and procedures are followedUtilizes recovery statements to minimize external lossCommunicates successes, opportunities and solutions to the Store Manager or ASM to drive business resultsExecutes all activities related to Risk Management SafetyEnsure store meets Store Compliance Audit requirementsEnsure store is compliant with daily cleaning activitiesSupports the team and processes by ensuring that tools and equipment are readily availableHandles maintenance issues and open tickets with Facility ServicesMonitors and follows-up on preventive care/scheduled maintenanceManage Supply and Maintenance expensesExecutes Monthly Store Safety AuditEnsures cash wrap controls and merchandise protection devices are in place and executed to meet Loss Prevention strategies.Monitors the store fund (i.e. safe and registers) to ensure the store has appropriate funds for daily/weekly business needsExhibits behaviors to drive customer service standards in all sales AssociatesWork in partnership with the ASM/Merchandising Manager(s) to ensure any movement of merchandise meets company presentation guidelinesEnsures a clean hazard-free shopping and working environment through daily cleaning activitiesEnsures team is executing fitting room to company standardsEnsures checkout best practices are being executedCoaches and trains sales associates for the execution of all operational processesManages activities related to staffing of the associate population in the store including hiring administrationEnergizes and motivates teams through positive reinforcement of service standards while executing tasksProvides follow-up and feedback to associates on performance of tasksElevates personnel performance issues to Store Manager or ASM immediatelyProvides motivation and recognition to the teamAssesses training opportunities from observations and company-defined best practices and makes recommendations to the Store Manager/ASM and to execute action plans

Job Title: district manager - downtown Chic Company: Starbucks Location: Chicago, IL Description: Title: district manager - downtown Chicago, ILLocation: IL-ChicagoBeing a District Manager at Starbucks is an incredible opportunity for someone looking to grow along with one of the world s most admired and successful companies. To be a District Manager, you ll need to be a motivator and mentor, someone who can guide the store managers in your district and develop their talent. You should have experience leading multiple stores, because you ll also be responsible for ensuring district-wide customer satisfaction and measuring the financial performance of all the locations in your area. But most of all, you ll be inspiring a team of great people committed to creating a welcoming environment. Starbucks is consistently rated as a great place to work and the people here love what they do.Summary of Key ResponsibilitiesResponsibilities and essential job functions include but are not limited to the following:Leadership - Setting goals for the work group, developing organizational capability, and modeling how we work together:* Develops the store management team within the district to deliver legendary customer experiences in all stores.* Drives the implementation of company programs by motivating and supporting the store management team within the district to develop and implement action plans that meet operational and organizational objectives.* Manages through unusual events to keep district operating to standard.* Manages with integrity, honesty and knowledge that promote the culture, values and mission of Starbucks.* Plans, identifies, communicates and delegates key responsibilities and practices to the store management team to ensure smooth flow of operations within the district.* Reviews store environments and key business indicators within the district to identify problems, concerns, and opportunities for improvement in order to provide coaching to the store management team to take action and achieve operational goals.Planning and Execution - Developing strategic and operational plans for the work group, managing execution, and measuring results:* Creates district implementation plans to support execution of regional and company initiatives to achieve both operational excellence and business results. Follows up consistently to ensure accountability to plans.* Monitors and manages district-wide management staffing levels. Ensures management-level partner development and talent acquisition in order to achieve and maintain district operational requirements.* Utilizes existing tools to identify and prioritize communications and filters communications to the store management team within the district. Communicates clearly, concisely and accurately in order to ensure effective operations at the store and district level.Business Requirements - Providing functional expertise and executing functional responsibilities:* Accesses external resources to support district-wide operations and to execute district and regional initiatives such as Partner Resources, Marketing, Partner & Asset Protection, Finance, Real Estate, and Store Development.* Ensures adherence to applicable wage and hour laws for nonexempt partners and minors.* Solicits customer feedback to understand customer needs and the needs of the local community.* Utilizes management information tools and analyzes financial reports to identify and address trends and issues in district performance.Partner Development & Team Building - Providing partners with coaching, feedback, and developmental opportunities and building effective teams.Summary of Experience* Progressively responsible retail experience (5 years)* District Manager or equivalent level position (3 years)* Experience analyzing financial reports* Experience in a complex, fast-paced environment* Experience in a multi-unit environment* Retail management experienceRequired Knowledge, Skills and Abilities* Ability to manage the overall operations of multiple stores independently* Knowledge of retail or restaurant industry operations* Organization and planning skills* Strong operational skills in a customer-service environment* Supervisory skills* Team-building skills* Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writing* Ability to build relationships* Ability to handle confidential and sensitive information* Working knowledge of business processes and system developmentEducation* College degree in business or a closely related field may substitute for a portion of the required experience* High school or GEDThe first thing people love about working at Starbucks is the feeling of a warm sense of welcome created by others who genuinely enjoy what they do.This great atmosphere is only one of the benefits of a career at Starbucks. There s also the opportunity for career growth that comes with a quickly expanding company. A job at Starbucks can also come with a 401(k) savings plan, stock options, and health insurance for working as little as 20 hours a week. We re also passionate about our coffee.These are a few of the reasons we re consistently rated by FORTUNE magazine as one of the 100 Best Companies to Work For. Sound intriguing? Then apply today.

Job Title: Retail Operations Director Company: Aramark Location: Chicago, IL Description: About Higher EducationWhen it comes to on-campus dining, facilities services, sport arenas and conference center services, ARAMARK is the real head of the class. Partnering with close to 600 colleges and universities throughout the United States, we strive to provide the best residential, retail, and catering options, service and facilities for students, faculty and administrators. Our programs are second to none in their innovation, excellence and results. As part of our commitment, we are determined to build and develop the best team of professionals in the industry - people who arent afraid of spearheading change, who know how to lead and who appreciate endless opportunity.DescriptionThe Retail OperationsDirector has overall responsibility for the day to day operation of the various retail venues on campusand reports to the Food Service Director. Assists the Food Service Director to plan, direct and coordinate retail activities in order to deliver a finished product to customers. The Retail Ops Director assists in establishing and maintaining systems and procedures, forecasting, controlling costs, generates operation reports. Is responsible for ensuring sanitation and safety requirements are met, quality of food and service, and maintains effective client relations.Key ResponsibilitiesPrimarily responsible for food service at an assigned retail food locationAssists FSD in establishingmaintaining systems and procedures for the ordering, receiving, storing, preparing and serving of foodrelated products, as well as menu planning developmentEnsures that requirements for appropriate sanitation and safety levels in respective areas are metDirectly supervises two or more employees with responsibility for hiring, discipline, performance reviews and initiating pay increasesAssists in location forecast and accountingConducts period inventory; performs other functions such as maintaining records to comply with ARAMARK, government and accrediting agency standardsCoordinates activities with other internal departments, participates in management team meetings, interfaces with Vendors and key service users within client organizationStudent AdvocacyEnsures standard of 90/10 rule is met

Job Title: Brand Experience Manager -Operations/ Logistics Gap Michigan Ave #569 Company: Gap Location: Chicago, IL Description: The Brand Experience Manager ensures excellence in customer service through visual presentation, merchandise placement and merchandise handling logistics. The Brand Experience Manager develops business plans in conjunction with the General Manager, translates the plan into implementation steps and directs the merchandise, visual and logistics teams to execute the plan.Drives brand loyalty by presenting an exceptional customer store experience that includes a well-organized, neat, clean, sized and replenished salesfloorMonitors and drives sales performance and related metrics on a daily, weekly and monthly basisManages efficient and effective handling of all merchandise from shipment receipt, processing, merchandising floor-sets and replenishment systemsOversees the implementation of all visual presentation and ensures the Visual Presentation Assessment (VPA) meets Brand standardsHires the brand visual, merchandise and logistics team and ensures the team is consistently staffed with employees that meet the brand hiring profileManages and executes the development of the brand visual, merchandise and logistics team by providing in-the-moment coaching, training and feedback and actively facilitates the growth and career path of these employeesWorks with all members of the stores leadership team to develop a high performing team and a customer-centric cultureDrives employee engagement by recognizing and rewarding employees for outstanding performanceActs as the Leader on Duty as needed and consistently models the brand service standard sub-brand selling behaviorsSupports and ensures execution of all shipment receiving and processing procedures to floor ready standardsPartners with appropriate Lead/Expert to direct shipment placement on sales floorEnsures floor is replenished per company guidelinesPerforms stock transfers of damaged and defective merchandise, completes re-tickets and charge sends according to Stock ManualProvides feedback to General Manager regarding merchandise-handling concerns/opportunitiesAssists General Manager with focal process for direct reportsProvides on-the-job training to all employees on company initiatives and standards to ensure that everyone fully understands company directionProvides in the moment coaching on sales floor to staff to reward good behavior and to redirect when neededOversees and executes markdowns in a timely and accurate mannerTracks productivity and ensures that the team is meeting company standards for all Brand Experience tasksMaintains brand integrity in all areas of visual displayImplements and complies with presentation book standards, adjusting visual presentation to consistently ensure brand appropriatenessMaps merchandise flow and product placementGenerates and analyzes Field Merchandise Reports (FMR) and makes necessary product placement adjustment based on selling and FMR reportsReviewsplans for merchandise placement/substitutionMaintains all shipment related paperwork to meet audit requirementsEnsures participation in community involvement to drive brand awareness and loyaltyManages all store supplies including shipment supplies and fixtures, and communicates needs to managerEnsures all back room areas including bathrooms and employee break areas are cleaned regularlyEnsures store is a neat, clean and safe environment for all employeesReports to General ManagerCreates teams and partnerships with all members of the leadership teamSupervises the Brand Experience employees as determined by General Manager

Job Title: Regional Manager - Experiential - IL, Chicago Company: Mosaic Location: Chicago, IL Description: Mosaic is an industry leader and rapidly growing national field marketing company specializing in developing and executing national merchandising, sales, training and promotional services for Fortune 500 companies. Mosaic is not about standing out from a crowd - we are about leading it! To learn more about Mosaic, visit our website at: www.mosaic.com   Mosaic XM, one of North Americas' largest and most successful experiential marketing companies, is looking for an outstanding leader for the role of Regional Manager.  The position will focus on providing the critical management layer between the Account Team and field personnel and execution.  This position will be based in our XM headquarters located in Chicago.   As a Regional Manager, you will be responsible for interviewing and hiring Market Managers and will assist in the Brand Ambassador hiring process.  You will manage field staff training, scheduling and execution, as well as completion of all reports and overall program performance.  You will work daily with your Market Managers and communicate regularly with your Account Manager, tracking and reporting program goals and objectives.  In addition, you will be responsible for managing payroll, expenses, and program related budgets.     Are you looking for a challenge that will provide you the opportunity to grow and enhance your hands-on promotional marketing experience?  If so, we would like to speak to you about the exciting role of Regional Manager!     With Mosaic you will:    -    Work with Fortune 500 clients.-    Further your experience managing a project team.-    Receive industry leading in-depth and comprehensive training.-    Enhance your marketing expertise.-    Work with and learn from a great team of experiential marketing professionals     Key responsibilities of Regional Manager:  -    Managing logistics and implementation of a marketing campaign-    Training, developing, and motivating Market Managers and Brand Ambassadors across multiple markets -    Assist in market development (investigate and identify event opportunities) -    Conduct frequent market audits/evaluations -    Schedule "work with" sessions with Market Managers to maximize program results-    Building client relationships to ensure client satisfaction-    Crisis management/problem solving-    Reporting and analysis-    Administration of payroll and management of expenses and budgets   Key Requirements:   -    Retail Activation Experience MANDATORY-    CPG experience a plus-    Beverage experience a plus -    Effective organization and planning skills-    Strong team building and leadership skills-    Adaptability and creativity-    Previous experience as a Field Manager-    Strong presentation skills-    Previous reporting experience-    Solid working knowledge of Windows software-    Unlimited access to a vehicle is a MUST -    Available and open to overnight travel-    Available to work flexible hours (may include evenings and/or weekends to visit teams in field)-    Regular physical activity may be required e.g. setting up promotional material   About Our Company:   For over 20 years, Mosaic has been a leader in our industry, specializing in the development and execution of sales and merchandising services (SM), experiential marketing campaigns (XM), and retail promotions for fortune 500 clients across North America.  We are a company made up of dynamic, action-oriented team players with an appetite for creating exciting brand experiences customers love.  Our modern, cutting-edge programming has been applauded by consumers, appreciated by clients, and awarded by our industry.  To learn more about us, visit our website at mosaic.com or mosaicxm.com.   Talent Agency #TALAGY00000537 - Licensed in the state of Texas Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Work EnvironmentYou may be required to complete a pre-employment background check, drug test, and employment verification. How to apply:  Please apply on-line AND please attach a photo along with your resume.  If you have a personal Facebook, MySpace or other social networking site page, please include the link to your page as well.  You can become a fan of Mosaic's Facebook page at www.facebook.com/MosaicUS.   * Please note that only qualified candidates will be contacted.     DISCLAIMER:The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification.  They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.  Mosaic reserves the right to modify all or part of any job descriptions at its discretion in order to meet and or exceed the needs of the business.

Job Title: eCommerce Operations Manager, Multi-Channel Company: Sears Holdings Management Corporation Location: Hoffman Estates, IL Description: Sears Holdings Management Corporation provides corporate services to Sears Holdings Corporation (NASDAQ: SHLD) and its family of companies, including Sears Roebuck and Co. and Kmart Corporation. Sears Holdings Corporation is the nation's fourth largest broadline retailer with approximately 3,900 full-line and specialty retail stores in the United States and Canada. Sears Holdings is the leading home appliance retailer as well as a leader in tools, lawn and garden, home electronics and automotive repair and maintenance. Key proprietary brands include Kenmore, Craftsman and DieHard, and a broad apparel offering, including such well-known labels as Lands' End, Jaclyn Smith and Joe Boxer, as well as the Apostrophe and Covington brands. It also has the Country Living collection, which is offered exclusively by Sears and Kmart. It also has Martha Stewart Everyday products, which are offered exclusively in the U.S. by Kmart. We are the nation's largest provider of home services, with more than 12 million service calls made annually. Sears Holdings Corporation operates through its subsidiaries, including Sears, Roebuck and Co. and Kmart Corporation. For more information, visit Sears Holdings' Web site at http://www.searsholdings.com.Ecommerce Multi-Channel Operations Manager is a critical position that is responsible for the operational support of our Multi-channel experience which leverages all of SHC assets to provide a best in class customer experience including our websites, brick and mortar stores, Contact Centers, and technology. The Multi-Channel Operations manager leads the development of execution of the strategy that provides 24x7 support of site features, customer experience and related processes. They create a culture that continually evolves and implements best practices across complex business and support processes with multiple interdependences and a large, diverse set of stakeholders.The job scope encompasses operational responsibility for the Multi-Channel processes and customer experience including as it applies to marketplace.Qualifications:• Plan and execute strategy to provide 24x7 business operations support to ensure flawless performance.• Provide non-core business hour subject matter expertise and support as needed. • Lead the strategy and thought leadership to deliver best in class operational support.• Ensure effectiveness is evaluated based on metrics, and actioned to evolve processes, organization and tools to achieve the desired service levels. • Establish strong collaborative working relationships with internal constituents whose support are critical in ensuring successful operational performance – CCN, Store Ops, SLS, IT, Risk etc.• Interact daily with contact centers and Multi-Channel team to ensure delivery of excellent customer service and coordination of order related activity.• Identify and drive the implementation of necessary infrastructure improvements to support new business opportunities and gaps, transforming complex concepts into executable plans.• Liaison to internal & external partners on web store business operations matters.• Serve as subject matter expert for Customer Direct projects.• Coordination and execution of Customer Direct Stand-Up meetings.• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, e-Commerce, business management, management information systems or equivalent• Minimum 10 years experience• Quality Assurance, Ecommerce support, Business Analyst, Process and/or Project Management• Excellent computer skills with Microsoft suite of products (Excel, Word, Powerpoint)• Functional knowledge of HTML, XML, Websphere, Java and database.• Strong financial analytical, organizational, interpersonal, oral and written communication and managerial skills• Retail store experience.A comprehensive and competitive benefit program is designed to meet the needs of our associates and their families. Benefits eligibility depends on employment classification, location, and other variables. Benefits offered include: * Medical and Dental Plans * Health Care and Dependent Daycare Flexible Spending Accounts * Short and Long-Term Disability * Company Paid and Optional Life Insurance * Business Travel Insurance * Merchandise Discount * Adoption Assistance * Kmart Advantage Rx * ConSern Loans for Education * Worklife Solutions * Voluntary Benefits * Commuter Benefits * Sears Holdings Corporation Associate Stock Purchase Plan * 401(k) Savings Plan * Vacation Time with Personal Days * National HolidaysAn Equal Employment Opportunity Employer.

Job Title: District Manager Company: justretail Location: Chicago, IL Description: District Manager Job: Oversees the operations of a number of retail stores in a given geographic area.Reports to: Regional ManagerCharacteristics: Background of successful sales and team building. People person with a mind for business. Entrepreneurial. Merchant. Hard worker.Responsibilities include:Operational ManagementMaximizes return on investment by managing the daily operations of the stores. Understands the profit and loss of stores in district and manages the operational costs to budget via the controls of company assets.Recruiting and EvaluationExperience in recruiting with process/vision to attract successful employees who fit culturally into the stores and market place.Training, Development, and MotivationArticulate and effectively deliver the companies goals, vision and philosophy. Build continuous training programs that educate and motivate both managers and style consultants.Sales LeadershipLead by example! Sales are the key to a successful organization and sales techniques including the selling process and guest loyalty and satisfaction are a must. Ability to mentor in these areas is required.Business AnalysisAnalyze inventory turns and margins. Understand inventory trends in the marketplace. Provide feedback/ input to merchandising department regarding inventory and assortment. Provide input regarding staffing performance and success to store managers. Provide regional trends and marketplace reports to operations department. Provide input regarding marketing plans and experience to the marketing department.CommunicationCoordinate communication between Area and Home Office with regards to operations, merchandising, personnel, sales, advertising, and market place.Please visit www.justretail.com for more job openings and background of our company.

Job Title: Salon Manager - Regional Trainer Company: The Salon at Ulta Location: Kildeer, IL Description: ULTA Salon, Cosmetics and Fragrance is the largest beauty retailer that provides one-stop shopping for prestige, mass and salon products and salon services in the United States. We combine the best of three worlds  salon, department store and drug store all under one exciting roof. We are currently looking for a licensed SALON MARKET TRAINER for Northwest and Northern Illinois and Wisconsin. In addition to managing the salon business and servicing clients in a base Ulta salon, the Salon Market Trainer will support the District Manager, General Managers, and Salon Managers in developing salon business in their District. Responsibilities of a Salon Market Trainer include but are not limited to conducting classes and new Salon Manager Development Days, piloting service protocols and sales event strategies, and communicating with District Managers and VPs to ensure that the training programs delivered are effective in improving the business skills and/or knowledge of all levels of store/salon management.

Job Title: Operations Manager Company: General Growth Properties Location: Chicago, IL Description: Title: Operations ManagerLocation: Market Place Shopping CtrCity: ChampaignState: ILEmployment Type: Operations Management/Facilities/MaintenanceDescription:The Operations Manager is responsible for the following:- Overall accountability for the operations of the shopping center, strip center, and storage facility and will operate the center in accordance with GGP policies and standards to maximize profitability.- Operatingeffective general and preventative maintenance programs, including the implementation and management of the MicroMain system.- Supervising and administering all tenant and landlord construction.- Directing and administering all center-contracted services and vendor supplies.- Supervising and administering all GGP maintenance employees to insure maximum performance and compliance with all GGP policies and procedures.- Identifying and resolving Human Capital issues in conjunction with GGP policies and under direction of the GM.- Accurately and thoroughly tracking and then preparing the expense portion of the quarterly forecast/business plan.- Working with Accounting team to insure timely payment of invoices.- Identifying and managing capital projects.- Conducting operational audits and ensuring processes are in compliance with corporate policy.- Preparing operational reports for regional/corporate managers.- Assisting the Marketing Manager with all events and promotions as needed.- Working effectively with the (Group) Business Development Representative and mall team to implement the specialty leasing program to maximize income.- Administering all state and federal required reports and safety documentation.- Managing central purchasing program and asset inventory.- SupervisingRisk Management and Emergency Planning procedures.- Managing all building systems and codes.- Managingtechnical systems (i.e., computers and peripherals).- Acting as?on site?Energy Manager by building relationships with local utility representatives.- Participating in center strategic planning efforts.- Participating in Manager-on-Duty rotation and manage day-to-day activities as necessary.- Other duties as assigned.Experience:- Bachelor's degree, RPA, or similar designation desired.- 3+ years in property or construction management industry.- 3 years administrative/technical experience and knowledge of property physical systems.- Any shopping center industry experience desired.- Knowledge of commercial building practices and systems, HVAC, plumbing, and electrical systems.- Good analytical skills.- Proven ability to be flexible, prioritize and manage multiple projects, as well as solve problems in a timely manner.- Proven ability to communicate effectively, supervise, train, and direct a mall operations team and contracted services- Working?knowledge of computers and peripherals.- 3+ years of supervisory experience with 2 or more employees and contracted services required; experience with 10 or more employees and/or contracted services desired.- May need to carry materials and equipment up to 50 lbs.EOE M/F/D/V