
Program Manager- IL
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Overview
Job Description
Retail Account Manager
Location: Chicago, IL and Surrounding Areas
Salary: $75,000- $95,000/annually, based on experience
Travel: Remote Based, with occasional travel based on client needs.
Overview
Signature Retail Services is seeking a driven, client-focused Retail Account Manager to lead national retail service programs within the home improvement and big-box retail space. This role is ideal for a strategic, data-savvy leader who excels at turning field insights, merchandising execution, and retail operations into measurable business impact. This is not a traditional Project Manager role- we are looking for someone who can take ownership of client accounts, drive execution, and identify opportunities to grow programs.
Key Responsibilities:
Client & Account Leadership
- Serve as the main point of contact for client accounts, building strong relationships based on communication, trust, and results
- Understand client goals, seasonal priorities, and KPIs, translating them into clear direction for internal teams
- Take ownership of account performance, identifying opportunities to improve execution and expand program
- Retail Execution & Operational Coordination
- Partner closely with operations, field leadership, and scheduling teams to ensure high-quality execution across large-format retail environments
- Support program launches, resets, promotional initiatives, and continuity service cycles
- Manage escalations and resolve store-level issues related to merchandising, inventory, and compliance
Reporting, Analysis & Insights
- Monitor execution quality, compliance, and performance through reporting and field insights
- Analyze data trends, retailer feedback, and POS indicators to identify risks and opportunities
- Deliver clear, executive-ready updates and insights to clients
- Recommend actionable strategies to improve program performance and drive results
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Work closely with client teams, vendor partners, and retail stakeholders to align on priorities and execution strategies
- Coordinate with internal teams including reporting, training, and print/fixture support
- Support communication and alignment across all stakeholders
Program Performance & Growth
- Track program performance against KPIs, timelines, and deliverables
- Identify opportunities to streamline execution and improve processes
- Proactively recommend program enhancements, expansions, and value-added initiatives
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