Executive Jobs in Wadsworth, 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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Principal, Compensation - Pharmacy & Retail Operations

  • Deerfield, IL (18 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (18 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 2 days ago

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

Retail Service Specialist

  • Racine, WI (21 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Racine, WI (21 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 6 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....

Director, Finance - U.S. Retail

  • Deerfield, IL (18 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (18 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 9 days ago

Company Description Fortune Brands Innovations, Inc. is an industry-leading innovation company focused on creating smarter, safer and more beautiful homes and improving lives. Our driving purpose...

Principal Technical Architect

  • Lake Forest, IL (14 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 10 days ago
  • Lake Forest, IL (14 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 10 days ago

Work Location Type: Hybrid About Grainger: W.W. Grainger, Inc., is a leading broad line distributor with operations primarily in North America, Japan and the United Kingdom. At Grainger, We Keep...

People & Culture Store Administrator (Part Time)

  • Gurnee, IL (4 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 13 days ago
  • Gurnee, IL (4 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 13 days ago

Job Description People & Culture Administrator Because people come first. Always. This is retail our way. A people-first culture. Work with international impact. A business that's growing and...

Retail Service Specialist

  • North Chicago, IL (8 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • North Chicago, IL (8 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 19 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....

Director Merchandising Quill

  • Lincolnshire, IL (17 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Lincolnshire, IL (17 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Quill is a valuable part of the Staples family of brands. Since 1956, Quill has held its position as a leader in office supplies. Acquired by Staples in 1998, Quill delivers the essential...

Vice President of Sales - Air Compressors & Air Brake Tanks

  • Long Grove, IL (16 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Long Grove, IL (16 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Company Description Join our vertically integrated team at MAT Holdings, Inc., a leading global manufacturer with a 40-year history. We're proud to provide employment opportunities for more than...

Retail Data Collector

  • Buffalo Grove, IL (18 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Buffalo Grove, IL (18 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

Minimum: Maximum: Market Type: Merchandising 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...

People & Culture Store Administrator

  • Gurnee, IL (4 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Gurnee, IL (4 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Job Description People & Culture Administrator Because people come first. Always. This is retail our way. A people-first culture. Work with international impact. A business that's growing and...

Vice President Business Analysis- Customer & Sales Insights and LBA Operations

  • Riverwoods, IL (18 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Riverwoods, IL (18 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 60+ days ago

Serve as a key member of the ELM executive team Cultivate and develop future business leaders and help "feed" this talent into the organization at large....

Senior Vice President of Operations

  • Deerfield, IL (18 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 90+ days ago
  • Deerfield, IL (18 miles from Wadsworth, IL)
  • 90+ days ago

Reporting the COO, the Senior Vice President (SVP) of Operations will be a key executive leader responsible for maximizing synergies from new acquisitions and enhancing profitability across the organization...

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Salary for Executive Jobs in Wadsworth, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Executives in Wadsworth, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
53.5%
Master's Degree
22.2%
Associate's Degree
8.3%
High School or GED
7.0%
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 Wadsworth, 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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