Market Manager Jobs in Illinois

Market Manager jobs in Illinois are in steady demand, with openings concentrated in consumer packaged goods, retail, food and beverage, and financial services across experience levels from entry-level territory associates through senior regional leaders. Chicago anchors the state's hiring market, with additional activity in Naperville and Schaumburg, where established companies like Kraft Heinz, Walgreens, and Allstate maintain significant commercial operations. Brand management, trade marketing, and retail channel strategy are the most consistently sought specialties in Illinois listings. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles51
Top employerCounty Market
Top cityChicago, IL
Cities hiring21
Work type47% On-site
Top industryTechnology

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Huron Consulting Group
Technical Product Manager - Healthcare Market Insights
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Huron Consulting Group
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Technical Product Manager - Healthcare Market Insights
Huron Consulting Group
Chicago, Illinois
Business Analysis
Business Analyst
Project Management
$150k - $240k/yr
Remote (US)
Bachelor's degree in business
5,001-10,000

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County Market
County Market Deli Manager
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County Market
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County Market Deli Manager
County Market
Springfield, Illinois
Corporate Training
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Learning & Development
Sales
$20 - $28/hr
Food Safety Manager Certification
1,001-5,000

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HARVEST MARKET
Niemann Harvest Market Fresh Cut Manager
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HARVEST MARKET
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Niemann Harvest Market Fresh Cut Manager
HARVEST MARKET
Champaign, Illinois
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
High school diploma or GED
51-200

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8Fleet Inc.
Market Manager
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8Fleet Inc.
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Market Manager
8Fleet Inc.
Chicago, Illinois
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
$120k - $130k/yr
On-Site
Master's degree in business administration
51-200

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STONHARD
Market Manager - Food & Beverage - Midwest
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STONHARD
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Market Manager - Food & Beverage - Midwest
STONHARD
Chicago, Illinois
Business Operations
Customer Service
Customer Success
$100k - $135k/yr
1,001-5,000

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Market Manager Jobs by City in Illinois

Where Illinois roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Champaign
3 jobs
Lisle
2 jobs
Oak Brook
2 jobs
Schaumburg
2 jobs
Bloomington
2 jobs
Decatur
1 job
Wheaton
1 job
Carthage
1 job

Market Manager Job Market in Illinois

A snapshot from current Illinois openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

County Market
County Market3 open roles
Pinterest
Pinterest3 open roles
Molex
Molex2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Technology & Software
  • Energy
  • Insurance
  • Automotive
  • Consumer Goods

What Illinois Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in market manager jobs across Illinois.

  • Bachelor's degree in marketing, business, or a closely related field required
  • Demonstrated experience managing product lines, territories, or accounts in Illinois markets
  • Proficiency with CRM platforms and data analytics tools such as Salesforce or Tableau
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills working with sales, operations, and finance teams
  • Ability to develop and execute go-to-market strategies for regional or national accounts
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills for presenting to internal and external stakeholders

Market Manager Jobs in Illinois: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a market manager in Illinois?

Most market manager roles in Illinois require a bachelor's degree in marketing, business administration, or a related field, though Illinois does not issue a state license specific to this role. Employers typically expect candidates to have completed internships or entry-level commercial roles and to demonstrate familiarity with consumer or trade marketing. Certifications from bodies like the American Marketing Association can strengthen a candidacy and are recognized by many Illinois hiring managers.

How much do market managers make in Illinois?

Market managers in Illinois earn a median of about $162,860 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $95,990 for the lowest 10% to over $276,340 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire market managers in Illinois?

Employers hiring market managers in Illinois right now include County Market, Pinterest, and Molex, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Illinois's concentration of consumer goods headquarters, major retail chains, and financial services firms means demand for market managers is spread across multiple established industries rather than any single sector.

Which Illinois cities have the most market manager jobs?

Chicago, Champaign, and Illinois have the most market manager openings in Illinois. Chicago generates the largest share of postings by far given its density of corporate headquarters in consumer goods, finance, and technology, while Naperville and Schaumburg attract openings from the large regional offices and suburban campuses that many national companies operate along the Interstate 88 corridor.

Are there remote market manager jobs in Illinois?

Yes, and more than many comparable roles. About 53% of market manager openings tied to Illinois are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, reflecting how much of the work centers on strategy, planning, and digital communication rather than in-person presence. Brand management and digital channel roles tend to offer the most remote flexibility, while trade marketing and key account positions more often require regular client or store visits.

How can I get hired as a market manager in Illinois with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is through a marketing coordinator, sales support, or brand assistant role at one of Illinois's large consumer goods or retail companies, where progression into market management is structured and common. Companies like Kraft Heinz and Walgreens run formal rotational and new-graduate development programs based in their Illinois headquarters that are designed specifically for candidates without direct management experience. Building a portfolio through internships, university project work, or freelance brand campaigns, and earning an American Marketing Association certification, gives early-career candidates a credible edge in Illinois interviews.

Where can I find and apply to market manager jobs in Illinois?

You can find and apply to market manager jobs in Illinois on Migrate Mate, which lists current Illinois openings updated regularly. Find roles that fit your experience and location, then apply directly to each employer through the listing.

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