Retail Sales Manager
Confirmed on the employer's own hiring board on Oct 18, 2026. First seen by Alion on Sep 14, 2026.
Req ID 85130 | Vernon Hills, United States ZF Services, LLC
What you can look forward to as a Retail Sales Manager:
- Drive Sales & Revenue: Meet or exceed quotas and product placement targets across assigned retail accounts.
- Relationship Management: Build rapport with key account stakeholders, department heads, and general managers to secure prime shelf space and promotional features.
- Product Education & Training: Conduct product knowledge sessions, training clinics, and demonstrations for the assigned accounts.
- Market & Competitor Analysis: Collect feedback on customer preferences, track competitor pricing/promotions, and report field insights to the regional management team.
- Perform GAP Analysis: Provide category analysis to support missing SKU’s and support customer growth.
- Internal Liaison: Build solid internal relationships to ensure our internal stakeholders are hearing the voice of the customer throughout the organization.
Your profile as a Retail Sales Manager:
- Bachelor’s degree
- 5+ years of Sales experience required.
- Intermediate to Expert in Microsoft suite.
- Effective presentation, communication (verbal and written) and organizational skills.
- Automotive Aftermarket experience preferred.
Why you should choose ZF in Vernon Hills, IL
The expected base compensation for this role is $103,000 - $129,800 Annually. Actual base compensation within the identified range will vary based on factors relevant to the position.
What We Offer:
- Annual Incentive Plan
- Paid time off
- 401k Plan
- Health Care Benefits
- Paid Holidays
- A supportive collaborative team environment
- A strong diverse culture
- Supportive Employee Groups and community outreach activities
Be part of our ZF team as Retail Sales Manager and apply now!
Contact
Hannah Cline
+7 34 855 2922
DIVERSITY COMMITMENT:
Diversity, Equity and Inclusion are more than just words for us. They are at the core of the ZF Way that propels our team members towards their utmost success. We strive to build and nurture a culture where inclusiveness is a natural reflex. We actively seek ways to remove barriers so that every member of ZF can rise to their full potential. We aim to embed this in our legacy through how we operate and build our products as we shape next generation mobility, safety, sustainability and social justice.
With four generations across 118 nationalities in 41 countries, ZF combines a unique variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and ideas. Together, we solve problems, drive innovation and shape next generation mobility.
Our company is committed to the principles of Equal Employment Opportunity and to providing reasonable accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with us and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please contact us. Requests for reasonable accommodation will be considered on a case-by-case basis. ZF is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunities for all job applicants and employees. Employment decisions are based upon job-related reasons regardless of an applicant's race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability, marital status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other status protected by law. Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer M/F/Disability/Veteran