Operations Jobs in Illinois

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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Provide timely and accurate regional reporting and forecasts to Sales Leadership and Sales Operations....

GC Retail Operations Manager Store 330

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

including hire and train the operations associates Assist in training all level of operations associates Shipping and receiving of gear and other store related items Warehouse organization and stocking...

Senior Business Operations Manager, Delivery Services

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

What You'll Be Working On: Business Operations Leadership: Oversee and continuously improve sales operations for our market research professional services, ensuring seamless delivery and revenue growth...

Branch Operations Coordinator Roscoe Village

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

About this role: Wells Fargo is seeking a Branch Operations Coordinator for our National Branch Network as part of the Consumer, Small & Business Banking division....

GC Retail Operations Associate Store 365

  • Joliet, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Joliet, IL
  • 2 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...

GC Retail Operations Associate Store 361

  • Aurora, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Aurora, IL
  • 2 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...

Retail Assistant

  • Elgin, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Elgin, IL
  • 5 days ago

Job Type: Permanent Store Location: High Street, Elgin Hours: 10 hours per week Salary: 12.65 per hour, 25% colleague discount, 28-days annual leave pro rata THE JOB Are you passionate about...

Project Manager, Retail

  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 7 days ago

Location: Chicago, US-IL Rate: 107500 Type: Permanent Project Manager, Retail The anticipated annual salary range for this position, at the time of posting, is outlined below. Estimated pay ranges...

Senior Risk & Compliance Analyst

  • Springfield, IL
  • 8 days ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 8 days ago

. + Other duties as assigned or requested **PREFERRED RESPONSIBILITIES** + Clinical operations analysis (monitors and analyzes medical management activities + Responsible for communicating review results...

Retail Assistant

  • Monmouth, IL
  • 10 days ago
  • Monmouth, IL
  • 10 days ago

As a Retail Assistant, you are at the heart of our operation and we are looking for individuals who share our energy and passion and will contribute to our ongoing success....

Business Operations Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 15 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 15 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 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 15 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
  • 15 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 15 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...

Assistant Operations Manager

  • Belvidere, IL
  • 17 days ago
  • Belvidere, IL
  • 17 days ago

Major market segments also include consumer goods, white goods, beverage and pharmaceutical industries....

Trainer- Retail

  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL
  • 17 days ago
  • Oakbrook Terrace, IL
  • 17 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...

Demographic Data for Illinois

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Operations Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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In this course, learn how to leverage AWS services to operate at cloud scale with governance and agility at the core. AWS Cloud Operations provides a model and tools for a secure and efficient way...
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Learn the concepts used in the design of space missions, manned or unmanned, and operations, based on the professional experience of the lecturer. Space exploration is a very exciting subject....

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Salary for Operations Jobs in Illinois

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

Highest Education Level

Operationss in Illinois offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
47.6%
Master's Degree
15.4%
High School or GED
14.9%
Associate's Degree
11.4%
Vocational Degree or Certification
6.7%
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 Illinois
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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