Executive Jobs in Northbrook, 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.

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Retail Data Collector

  • Schaumburg, IL (13 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (13 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 18 hours ago

We want you to help us shape the future of shopping experiences and deliver on our purpose of connecting people with the products and experiences that enrich their lives. Joining SAS Retail...

Director, Marketing & Communications

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Responsibilities Marketing Strategy & Commercial Growth Drive forward the global marketing strategy to drive revenue growth, customer retention, and brand equity Align closely with sales, product, and executive...

Vice President Sales Operations

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Experience working in or managing an Account Executive role is a plus. Experience working in a Finance role is a plus. Proven track record of effective leadership including people development....

Vice President - Advisory Partner, Consumer Goods Applied Advisory

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 3 days ago

This role reports to the Global Head of Applied Advisory, Consumer Goods....

Liquidity and Account Solutions Product Expansion Manager, Commercialization -Vice President

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 4 days ago

JobID: 210618769 Category: Product Management JobSchedule: Full time Posted Date: 2025-07-09T14:30:32+00:00 JobShift: Base Pay/Salary: Jersey City,NJ $122,550.00-$201,000.00 Harness your...

Retail Service Specialist

  • Carol Stream, IL (20 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Carol Stream, IL (20 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 4 days ago

The Retail Service Specialist will support the Store Manager and Assistant Managers in areas of sales, customer service, store appearance, and store operations....

Retail Service Specialist

  • Melrose Park, IL (14 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Melrose Park, IL (14 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 4 days ago

The Retail Service Specialist will support the Store Manager and Assistant Managers in areas of sales, customer service, store appearance, and store operations....

Payments Business Transformation- Pricing Strategy- Vice President

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 5 days ago

and Billing experience **Preferred qualifications, capabilities, and skills** + Advanced MS PowerPoint and excel skills, with demonstrated ability to simplify complex subject matter into digestible executive...

Product Solutions Manager, Receivables - Payments - Vice President

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 5 days ago

JobID: 210642678 Category: Client Solutions JobSchedule: Full time Posted Date: 2025-07-07T18:07:33+00:00 JobShift: Base Pay/Salary: Chicago,IL $97,375.00-$160,000.00; Jersey City,NJ...

Payments- Public Sector Receivables- Product Delivery Executive Director

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 5 days ago

As a Product Delivery Executive Director in Public Sector Receivables, you foster enhancements and optimize the way products are delivered to customers....

Financial Controller (Remote)

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Flik Hospitality Group Salary: $95,000 - $110,000 Other Forms of Compensation: yearly bonus What makes FLIK click What makes FLIK click? Our people. The decisions, actions and attitudes of our...

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Principal, Compensation - Support Center

  • Deerfield, IL (4 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (4 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 10 days ago

May meet with senior level executives to present programs, answer questions, and gain approval of compensation programs....

Principal Education Sales Consultant

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Are you a thoughtful, partnership-oriented professional interested in sales? Oracle University is looking for you! Oracle University is Oracle's education business that trains customers, partners,...

Demand Planner Administrator

  • Cary, IL (21 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Cary, IL (21 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Demand Planner Administrator Composed of Chromalox, Durex Industries, Vulcanic, and Thermocoax businesses, Electrical Thermal Solutions (ETS), part of Spirax Group, creates electrical process...

Receivables Product Solutions Manager - Payments - Vice President

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 11 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Northbrook, IL)
  • 11 days ago

JobID: 210640848 Category: Client Solutions JobSchedule: Full time Posted Date: 2025-07-01T12:31:22+00:00 JobShift: Base Pay/Salary: Chicago,IL $97,375.00-$160,000.00; Jersey City,NJ...

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Salary for Executive Jobs in Northbrook, IL

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireRetail research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Executives in Northbrook, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.5%
Master's Degree
22.5%
Associate's Degree
8.2%
High School or GED
6.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.4%
Doctorate Degree
2.2%
Some College
2.0%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Executives in Northbrook, IL
4-6 years
24.4%
2-4 years
22.1%
10+ years
14.4%
8-10 years
13.0%
1-2 years
11.3%
6-8 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
5.1%
None
1.1%


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