Regional Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL

A Regional Manager in the retail industry holds a pivotal role in overseeing the operations of multiple stores within a specified geographic area. They develop and implement strategies aimed at meeting sales and profit targets, and ensure positive customer experiences in alignment with the company's brand expectations. Key responsibilities may include managing store budgets, setting sales goals, analyzing sales data, projecting future sales, and recruiting, training, and managing store managers. They also liaise with the company's senior management on progress and issues, and ensure compliance with company policies and legal guidelines.

Essential skills for a Regional Manager include leadership, strategic planning, business acumen, strong communication, problem-solving, and decision-making skills. They also need a deep understanding of performance metrics and a proficiency in MS Office and CRM software. Certifications in Business Administration, Sales, or relevant fields can be advantageous. Before ascending to the role of a Regional Manager, an individual may hold positions such as Store Manager, District Manager, or Area Manager. These roles provide the necessary experience in managing teams, store operations, and working towards sales targets.

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District Sales Manager

  • Des Plaines, IL (15 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • moments ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (15 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • moments ago

Company: US0024 Sysco Chicago, Inc. Sales Territory: US-IL-Downtown Chicago Zip Code: 60016 Travel Percentage: Up to 25% Compensation Range: $102,100 - $153,200 USD Annual The compensation range...

Area Sales Manager

  • Bloomingdale, IL (22 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Bloomingdale, IL (22 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

Compensation Type Yearly Highgate Hotels Highgate is a premier real estate investment and hospitality management company widely recognized as an innovator in the industry. Highgate is the dominant...

Sales Manager

  • Bedford Park, IL (9 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Bedford Park, IL (9 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 2 hours ago

Requisition Number: 199062 Job Description Cintas is seeking a Sales Manager to lead a team of Sales Representatives who are focused on new business-to-business account development....

Manufacturing Sales Manager

  • Wood Dale, IL (17 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 7 hours ago
  • Wood Dale, IL (17 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 7 hours ago

Company Information Murphy Machine Products (MMP) and its sister locations specialize in precision machining, fabrication, and assembly of highly engineered components. With over 175 years of...

Field Sales Manager III, Healthcare, Google Cloud

  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 9 hours ago

Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. 10 years of experience with quota-carrying cloud or software sales, or strategic account management at a B2B software...

Oral Care District Sales Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 10 hours ago

Description You provide the vision, set the pace and inspire success. In this role, you will lead, coach, and manage Sales Representatives within a specific geographical area. This is an...

Sales Manager, Chicago

  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 hours ago

Are you a good match? The ideal candidate for this role will be responsible for a range of duties including elevating client experiences, nurturing client relationships, and providing solutions to...

Regional Sales Manager- Mechanical

  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 hours ago

Regional Sales Manager- Mechanical Department: Sales Employment Type: Full Time Location: Chicago, IL (Remote) Compensation: $160,000 - $175,000 / year Description ASC is looking for an...

Territory Sales Manager - Fire Protection

  • Oak Brook, IL (15 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Oak Brook, IL (15 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

Territory Sales Manager - Fire Protection Department: Sales Employment Type: Full Time Location: Oak Brook, IL Compensation: $90,000 - $120,000 / year Description ASC is seeking a Territory Sales...

Regional Sales Manager (Northern Region)

  • Elk Grove Village, IL (18 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Elk Grove Village, IL (18 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 11 hours ago

Cleaver Brooks Sales and Service is looking for a Regional Sales Manager to join our team. The Regional Sales Manager will develop the sales team into creating customer relationships within...

Regional Sales Manager - Midwest

  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 hours ago

Belong. Believe. Be You. Belden. Propel your career surrounded by a diverse team of innovative, goal-oriented individuals who are pursuing the next generation of connectivity solutions. At Belden,...

Sales Manager

  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 hours ago

Position: Sales Manager Location: Chicago, IL Job Description: The Sales Manager will be responsible for developing and executing a sales strategy that will increase revenue and market share for...

Regional Director of Public Sector Sales, Central Region

  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 hours ago

MoCaFi is committed to building a financial services platform that helps America's marginalized communities create wealth through better access to public, private, and social capital. We are a...

Metro Market Sales Manager - Chicago, IL

  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 11 hours ago

Preferred Qualifications Working knowledge of Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and/or sales experience in similar industry. Lets talk money and perks!...

Regional Sales Director - Indiana & Chicago - Oncology Sales

  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 13 hours ago

Company Description Guardant Health is a leading precision oncology company focused on guarding wellness and giving every person more time free from cancer. Founded in 2012, Guardant is...

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Salary for Regional Manager Jobs in Chicago, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Regional Managers in Chicago, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
42.0%
High School or GED
18.7%
Associate's Degree
14.4%
Master's Degree
11.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
8.0%
Some College
4.3%
Doctorate Degree
1.1%
Some High School
0.5%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Regional Managers in Chicago, 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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