Executive Jobs in Evanston, IL
An Executive in the retail industry is responsible for driving the strategy and operations of a retail business. Their role includes overseeing all operational aspects, driving business growth, setting strategic goals, managing vendors and suppliers, monitoring financial performance, and ensuring customer satisfaction. They are also in charge of ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations. To excel in this role, a successful executive must possess strong leadership skills, excellent communication and negotiation abilities, a good understanding of market research, and the capacity to make important decisions under pressure. They should also have a solid understanding of performance metrics, and the ability to create and implement effective sales and marketing strategies.
Before becoming an Executive, a professional may have held roles such as Store Manager, District Manager, or Director of Retail Operations. These positions provide the necessary experience in managing teams, driving sales, and understanding the dynamics of the retail industry. Depending on the organization, specific industry certifications such as Certified Retail Executive (CRX) or Certified Retail Management Professional (CRMP) may be required or preferred. A bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field is typically required, with many executives also holding an MBA or another relevant postgraduate degree.
- Hoffman Estates, IL (24 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 1 hour ago
- Hoffman Estates, IL (24 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 1 hour ago
Crystal Clean LLC, a leader in the environmental services industry, is looking for a self-motivated team player to join our rapidly growing organization. Purpose: The Product Administrator...
Operations Director for Global Repair Services (Remote)
- Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 6 hours ago
- Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 6 hours ago
Company Overview At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We're a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer...
Remote WorkPrincipal ProServe Account Executive - Game Technology , GameTech, TMEGS-US
- Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 2 days ago
- Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 2 days ago
The Amazon Web Services Professional Services (ProServe) team is seeking a dynamic ProServe Account Executive (PAE) to join our team at Amazon Web Services (AWS)....
Principal Managing Partner _ Industry Capabilities
- Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 2 days ago
- Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 2 days ago
About You Collaborate with Account Executives and Service Executives to help position and sell or upsell Workday product, deployment, and postproduction services, into your customer base and ensure...
American Girl Retail Service Specialist (Reg. Part
- Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 2 days ago
- Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 2 days ago
at Mattel, Inc. in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Posting Title American Girl Retail Service Specialist (Reg. Part-Time/ 30 hour) Requisition Number R232743 Company American Girl...
Vice President Business Development - Hybrid
- Oak Brook, IL (21 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 4 days ago
- Oak Brook, IL (21 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 4 days ago
As we continue our path for growth, we are looking for several Business Development Executives to join our team!...
Vice President, Infusion Clinic Expansion and Operations
- Bannockburn, IL (12 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 4 days ago
- Bannockburn, IL (12 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 4 days ago
Extraordinary Careers. Endless Possibilities.** **With the nations largest home infusion provider, there is no limit to the growth of your career.** Option Care Health, Inc. is the largest...
Assistant Ticketing Administrator
- Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 4 days ago
- Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 4 days ago
Seasonal Full-Time, August 27 - November 1, 2025 The Assistant Ticketing Administrator supports the ticketing department in maintaining accurate and efficient box office operations for the Chicago...
Vice President, Revenue Operations
- Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 4 days ago
- Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 4 days ago
skills and a get-it-done mentality, comfortable operating from strategy to execution A collaborative team player who builds trust and drives shared success A clear and confident communicator with executive...
Associate Sales Director, Marketing Effectiveness
- Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 6 days ago
- Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 6 days ago
Company Description R25_0005052 #LI-Remote North America role, must reside in US or Canada at time of application to be considered. This is a commission-based selling role that offers a base...
Remote WorkAdministrator, Contract Manufacturing
- Schaumburg, IL (19 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 7 days ago
- Schaumburg, IL (19 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 7 days ago
At Sunstar Americas, Inc., we firmly believe that our people are the foundation of our success. We foster a collaborative, innovative, and agile culture that ensures we deliver high-quality,...
- Waukegan, IL (22 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 7 days ago
- Waukegan, IL (22 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 7 days ago
Astronics Connectivity Systems and Certification (formerly Telefonix PDT and Astronics Armstrong Aerospace) serves as the experienced, global market leader for in-flight entertainment and...
- Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 7 days ago
- Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 7 days ago
Contributing to complex external content development and provides recommendations for future focus areas Maintaining and expanding relationships throughout client organization including executive team...
VP, Retail Account Development
- Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 7 days ago
- Chicago, IL (10 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 7 days ago
Direct experience with customer insights, category management and executive client leadership required....
Vice President Product Management - LCL Americas
- Elk Grove Village, IL (15 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 8 days ago
- Elk Grove Village, IL (15 miles from Evanston, IL)
- 8 days ago
VP Product Management Who We Are: GEODIS specializes in unlocking business value in a complex world, ensuring seamless movement of goods worldwide. As a global third-party logistics provider...
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- Engineering
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