Operations Jobs in Willowbrook, IL

An Operations Manager in the retail industry is responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a retail store. Their duties include ensuring all aspects of the store run smoothly and efficiently, from inventory management to sales and customer service. They may also be tasked with staff training and development, setting sales targets, ensuring the store meets its profit objectives, and implementing business strategies and procedures. This role requires strong leadership, problem-solving, and organizational skills. Furthermore, they need to be proficient in the use of retail management software.

Individuals aspiring to become Operations Managers in the retail industry should ideally possess a bachelor's degree in business administration, retail management or a similar field. A Master's degree in business administration (MBA) can be an added advantage. Professional certifications like a Certified Retail Operations Professional (CROP) or a Certified Retail Business Owner (CRBO) can be beneficial. Prior to becoming an Operations Manager, individuals may have roles such as a Store Manager, Retail Sales Manager, or Department Manager, which provide crucial experience and understanding of the retail environment.

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Retail Coordinator

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

Additionally, the coordinator leads a team of three support staff, ensuring smooth daily operations and continuous process improvement....

Business Operations Manager

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

The minimum salary for the Business Operations Manager position is $90,000 annually and the maximum salary for the Business Operations Manager position is $100,000 annually....

Retail Coordinator

  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (15 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 4 days ago

Additionally, the coordinator leads a team of three support staff, ensuring smooth daily operations and continuous process improvement....

Business Operations Manager, Consumer Growth (Financial Products)

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

About the Role In this role, you will balance "done" and "perfect" as an Operations Manager in the Financial Business Group, focused on growing a suite of consumer financial services products including...

Trainer- Retail

  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (9 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 6 days ago
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL (9 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 6 days ago

The Ed Napleton Automotive Group is looking for our next Trainer. Located at the Napleton Oakbrook Terrace, Illinois corporate office. The Trainer assists the Training Manager by performing...

Operations Team Lead - 2nd Shift - SRC Logistics, Illinois

  • Joliet, IL (20 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 12 days ago
  • Joliet, IL (20 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 12 days ago

JOB SPECIFICATIONS: Education & Experience 1 year experience in warehousing or operations PREFERRED: Experience as a team lead/group lead in a warehousing/operations environment Skills Leadership :...

Lab Operations Coordinator, Surgical Pathology - Full Time Days

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 17 days ago

Coordinates operation, maintenance, advanced troubleshooting and repair of laboratory equipment; assures maintenance of service records....

FIU Compliance Analyst - (Temp)

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 17 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 17 days ago

FIU Compliance Analyst - (Temp) Interactive Brokers - 3.6 Chicago, IL Job Details Temporary Estimated: $60.4K - $76.5K a year 22 hours ago Benefits Health insurance Dental insurance Tuition...

FIU Compliance Analyst - (Temp)

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 19 days ago

Company Overview Interactive Brokers Group, Inc. (Nasdaq: IBKR) is a global financial services company headquartered in Greenwich, CT, USA, with offices in over 15 countries. We have been at the...

Transportation and Trade Compliance Analyst

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 19 days ago

Job Description Position Summary The primary function of the Transportation and Trade Compliance Analyst is to support in the coordination of shipments by validating information updated in the...

Lab Operations Coordinator, Surgical Pathology - Full Time Days

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 19 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 19 days ago

Coordinates operation, maintenance, advanced troubleshooting and repair of laboratory equipment; assures maintenance of service records....

Retail Operations Supervisor

  • Bolingbrook, IL (7 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 22 days ago
  • Bolingbrook, IL (7 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 22 days ago

Store Operations and Overall Store Experience: Execute merchandise strategies to optimize sales, including receiving of product, product placement, seasonal displays, and promotional setups....

Retail Operations Manager

  • Mokena, IL (14 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Mokena, IL (14 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

inventory management and pricing processes, including, but not limited to, inventory accuracy, receiving, stocking/re-stocking, inventory counts (live and non-live), product rotations and planner/planogram...

Renewal Operations Team Lead

  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Chicago, IL (17 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 30+ days ago

Requirements and Preferred Experience: 3+ years of experience in Renewal Operations, Deal Desk, Sales Operations, or Customer Success within a high-growth SaaS environment....

GC Retail Operations Associate Store 361

  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Aurora, IL (17 miles from Willowbrook, IL)
  • 45+ days ago

to a planogram Printing and placing of signage and price signs (POP) Cash Handling Shrink awareness and control Additional duties as assigned Requirements: Basic understanding of Microsoft Office suite...

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Salary for Operations Jobs in Willowbrook, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Operationss in Willowbrook, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.6%
Master's Degree
15.4%
High School or GED
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.3%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.8%
Some College
2.6%
Doctorate Degree
1.0%
Some High School
0.4%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Operationss in Willowbrook, 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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