Marketing Jobs in Illinois

A Marketing professional in the retail industry is responsible for the promotion and selling of products or services. They develop strategic marketing campaigns, conduct market research, analyze trends, and identify target markets to increase sales and customer engagement. They also design and implement promotional materials and sales strategies, manage social media platforms, and coordinate with other departments to ensure consistent branding. Through these roles, they play a crucial part in driving retail growth, customer loyalty, and overall brand awareness.

Essential skills for a marketing professional in retail include strong communication and interpersonal skills, creativity, strategic thinking, data analysis, and a deep understanding of consumer behavior and market trends. They should also have strong digital marketing skills, including SEO, SEM, content marketing, and social media marketing. Familiarity with marketing software and tools such as Adobe Creative Suite or Google Analytics is also beneficial. Certifications such as Certified Marketing Management Professional (CMMP), Certified Product Marketing Manager (CPMM), or Google's Digital Marketing Certification can enhance credibility and expertise. Prior roles that can lead to a marketing position in retail may include Marketing Coordinator, Sales Associate, or Social Media Specialist.

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HOLLY HUNT

Marketing Manager

Key Responsibilities Strategic & Brand Marketing Shape brand and category-level marketing strategies with marketing leadership....

Presents marketing strategies and reporting effectively to senior leadership to assist in decision making....

Senior Product Marketing Manager - Employee Experi

  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 hours ago

Drive Demand and Cross-Sell: Develop the strategy and manage the marketing programs that drive demand for your products (webinars, email marketing, content syndication etc.)...

Sr Territorial Marketing Manager - Workers Compensation

  • Itasca, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Itasca, IL
  • 7 hours ago

Promote new or more advanced ideas for sales or marketing materials. Work with National Marketing & Communications on development....

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Assistant Event Marketing Manager (Trade Shows)

  • Joliet, IL
  • 7 hours ago
  • Joliet, IL
  • 7 hours ago

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, or Certifications: + Previous management position in direct-to-consumer marketing. + Experience in home improvement event marketing....

22QCT104: Moline, IL - Assistant Event Marketing Manager

  • Moline, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Moline, IL
  • 8 hours ago

Preferred Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, or Certifications: + Previous management position in direct-to-consumer marketing. + Experience in home improvement event marketing....

Product Marketing Manager

  • Springfield, IL
  • 8 hours ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 8 hours ago

Comscore's Product Marketing team, the connective tissue between customer needs, is seeking a Product Marketing Manager to help simplify and amplify our robust suite of data solutions....

Associate Channel Marketing Manager

  • Deerfield, IL
  • 16 hours ago
  • Deerfield, IL
  • 16 hours ago

Qualifications BASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Bachelors degree in Marketing, Communications or related field Minimum of 4+ years of experience in advertising or marketing Background in B2B (channel) marketing...

Complex Sales Experience & Marketing Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 23 hours ago

Marketing Responsibilities: Create and manage comprehensive marketing campaigns, including digital, print, and social media strategies....

Product Marketing Manager - Consumer Interactive Solutions

  • Chicago, IL
  • 23 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 23 hours ago

TransUnion's Internal Job Title: Advisor, Product Marketing...

Specialty Marketing Manager

  • Palatine, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Palatine, IL
  • 1 day ago

Liaison with corporate marketing team to set the direction for developing and maintaining website and social media compliance and connectivity....

Marketing Manager

  • Buda, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Buda, IL
  • 1 day ago

with finance or pricing teams Leadership experience managing marketing personnel and project teams Preferred Skills: Background in industrial or B2B marketing Strong analytical and competitive research...

Customer Loyalty & Channel Marketing Manager

  • Deerfield, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Deerfield, IL
  • 1 day ago

The Customer Loyalty & Channel Marketing Manager will manage Moens Loyalty and Merchandising Programs....

Senior Marketing Manager, Branch Merchandising and Strategy

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

This role will work closely with internal Marketing teams, business partners, and external vendors to ensure timely and effective delivery of marketing to the branches....

Specialist II, Retail Marketing, Visual Merchandising, London/West

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

As Specialist II, Retail Marketing, VM, London UK & Ireland you will be part of the London UK & Ireland Retail Marketing function, reporting directly to the Manager, Retail Marketing, VM London UK &...

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Salary for Marketing Jobs in Illinois

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

Highest Education Level

Marketings in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
46.8%
Master's Degree
16.7%
High School or GED
13.7%
Associate's Degree
10.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.9%
Some College
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.8%
Some High School
0.6%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Marketings in Illinois
None
39.8%
Less than 1 year
35.6%
8-10 years
9.8%
1-2 years
7.3%
2-4 years
6.9%
4-6 years
0.7%


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