283 Retail Chains jobs in the United States

• Oversee daily operations of multiple retail stores, ensuring efficiency and adherence to company standards.
• Manage store budgets, control costs, and optimize operational expenses.
• Develop and implement strategies to improve sales performance and profitability.
• Ensure exceptional customer service standards are consistently met across all locations.
• Manage inventory levels, monitor stock, and implement effective inventory control measures.
• Recruit, train, mentor, and manage store staff and management teams.
• Ensure compliance with all health, safety, and security regulations.
• Conduct regular store visits and performance evaluations.
• Analyze sales data and operational reports to identify trends and opportunities for improvement.
• Implement marketing and promotional initiatives to drive customer traffic and sales.

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience in retail operations management.
• Proven track record of success in managing multiple retail locations and driving sales growth.
• Strong knowledge of retail best practices, inventory management, and customer service principles.
• Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to manage teams effectively and foster a positive work environment.
• Proficiency in retail management software and POS systems.
• Flexibility to travel between store locations and work a varied schedule.

Purpose and role of job:
Responsible for representing First Quality to the customer and the customer to First Quality. Provides insight and analysis of customer activity to support new product launches, promotions, vendor managed inventory and service improvements.

Principal Accountabilities/ Responsibilities:
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with customers to ensure their supply requirements for First Quality consumer products are met. Collaborate with FQ associates including sales, production planning, demand planning, distribution, transportation, product marketing, commercial finance & IT support to anticipate and proactively resolve product flow issues.
Monitor open order and inventory reports to track progress of open orders through to shipment.

Track VMI performance.
Monitor promotions and events for assigned customers.
Process orders for assigned customers. Demonstrate functional knowledge of FQ order process system's capabilities. Comply with standard order processing procedures. Assure orders have the correct product, lead time, pricing, order multiples and meet order size requirements.
Maintain data for assigned accounts in First Quality's and in customers' systems.

First Quality is committed to protecting information under the care of First Quality Enterprises commensurate with leading industry standards and applicable regulations. As such, First Quality provides at least annual training regarding data privacy and security to employees who, as a result of their role specifications, may come in to contact with sensitive data.

First Quality is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identification, or protected Veteran status.

• Build and configure demo environments that showcase solution capabilities based on defined use cases.

• Support the execution of proof of concepts and conference room pilots by preparing data, environments, and configuration

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure demo assets are aligned with sales strategy and customer requirements.

• Maintain and enhance a library of reusable demo components and assets.

• Provide feedback on demo and POC performance to help improve future assets and processes.

• Remote role.

• Limited travel required.

• Build, configure, and maintain demo environments that highlight key supply chain capabilities.

• Prepare data models, business scenarios, and user flows that align with industry-specific use cases.

• Support POCs and CRPs by configuring environments, loading data, and troubleshooting issues as needed.

• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to understand solution positioning, sales priorities, and use case requirements.

• Maintain and improve a central library of reusable demo components and templates.

• Contribute to knowledge sharing by documenting processes, configuration techniques, and lessons learned.

• Detail-oriented - You take pride in accuracy and understand the importance of getting the small things right in demos and configurations.

• Technically curious - You enjoy learning how systems work and can dive into new tools or data with confidence.

• Collaborative - You work well with cross-functional teams and can translate business needs into technical setups.

• Self-starter - You're proactive, organized, and able to manage multiple tasks without needing step-by-step direction.

• Problem-solver - You can troubleshoot technical issues, test different approaches, and find creative ways to deliver demo ready solutions.

• 3+ years of experience in Supply Chain, Consulting, or related with a focus on developing demos and POCs.

• Proficiency in supply chain software and tools (e.g. SAP, Oracle, Blue Yonder)

• Experience with configuring software environments and troubleshooting technical issues

• Strong data modeling and configuration skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

• Previous SaaS experience preferred

• Comprehensive Medical, Dental and Vision
• 401K with Matching
• Flexible Time Off
• Corporate Fitness Program
• A variety of voluntary benefits such as; Legal Plans, Accident and Hospital Indemnity, Pet Insurance and much more

Job Description:

Job Summary

Join the Walgreens Enterprise Architecture team and help shape the future of retail and supply chain technology at one of the nation's largest pharmacy and retail networks.

This is a senior-level role offering significant autonomy and influence. As part of a highly strategic and agile architecture team, you will help define and evolve the enterprise reference architecture and lead its application across Walgreens' retail and supply chain systems. You'll collaborate closely with engineering, product, and business stakeholders to align technology solutions with customer and operational needs-transforming real-world challenges into scalable, sustainable outcomes.

You'll serve as a thought leader and change agent-diving deep into existing systems and processes, identifying opportunities for modernization and simplification, and guiding teams across functions to align with enterprise strategies. Your work will directly impact the performance, agility, and customer experience of Walgreens' retail and supply chain platforms.

The ideal candidate brings a strong background in enterprise and solution architecture, hands-on software engineering expertise, and the ability to operate across a broad and complex technology and organizational landscape.

Job Responsibilities

• Develops the technical "vision" and designs specifications of strategic/complex projects. Implements activities that impact the critical directions of the organization.

• Assigned to the most critical, strategic, complex and/or high-risk initiatives. Conceptualizes the architectural frameworks.

• Develops the technical "vision" and designs specifications of strategic/complex projects. Implements activities that impact the critical directions of the organization.

• Assigned to the most critical, strategic, complex and/or high-risk initiatives. Conceptualizes the architectural frameworks.

• Translates highly complex technical issues, trends, and approaches to leadership to drive innovation and enable leaders to make strategic, well-informed decisions about data architecture

• Leads research, development, and implementation of enterprise-wide architectural concepts, principles and tools. Leads in defining major sections of architecture to ensure that the organization's architectural solutions are built within a consistent framework. Serves as subject matter expert to the architecture function

• Assesses business viability of new technologies. Consults with other senior level IT professionals and senior management to assess and evaluate current strategies. Makes recommendations, gains approval and develops implementation strategy for new technologies. Leads the decision-making processes related to the selection of architecture solutions. Performs systems and applications performance characterization and trade-off studies through analysis and simulation for most complex technologies.

• Acts as advocate for change to provide innovative, creative technology solutions. Prepares and delivers presentations to top-level management on new technology and its impact on the organization.

• Oversees the creation of design documents that ensure consistency in development across the organization.

• Serves as a technical and business-savvy resource to engineering personnel on a wide range of design issues.

• Implements and improves core architectural infrastructure. Develops improvements to core architectural infrastructure and coding standards. Reviews and approves design documents that ensure consistency in development across the organization.

• Develops the technical "vision" and designs specifications of strategic/complex projects. Implements activities that impact the critical directions of the organization. Assigned to the most critical, strategic, complex and/or high risk initiatives.

• Recognized internally and externally as an expert in the field. Determines leading edge technical / business approaches and/or develops major new technical tools.

• Interacts with internal and external peers and management to develop unprecedented solutions that affect several departments. "Evangelizes" new ideas, technologies and solutions to gain acceptance from a wide range of audiences.

• Serves as a liaison between engineering, quality assurance and non-technical stakeholders throughout the development and deployment process. Shares highly-complex information related to areas of expertise and/or to gain acceptance of new or enhanced technology / business solutions.

• Anticipates and prevents problems and roadblocks before they occur.

• Performs systems and applications performance characterization and trade-off studies through analysis and simulation.

• Provides guidance to other architects throughout the enterprise. Guides and mentors, a wide range of audiences. Leads teams on projects to guide timely and accurate delivery of new features or technical improvements.

• Stays abreast of the latest technology infrastructure and processes in the industry and marketplace. Makes decisions/recommendations to use innovative, creative approaches as appropriate to meet business needs.

• Mentors less experienced members of the team. Leads teams / projects and implementations.

• May represent Technology in internal or external forums.

About Walgreens

Founded in 1901, Walgreens ( has a storied heritage of caring for communities for generations and proudly serves nearly 9 million customers and patients each day across its approximately 8,500 stores throughout the U.S. and Puerto Rico, and leading omni channel platforms. Walgreens has approximately 220,000 team members, including nearly 90,000 healthcare service providers, and is committed to being the first choice for retail pharmacy and health services, building trusted relationships that create healthier futures for customers, patients, team members and communities.

Walgreens is the flagship U.S. brand of Walgreens Boots Alliance, Inc. (Nasdaq: WBA), an integrated healthcare, pharmacy and retail leader. Its retail locations are a critical point of access and convenience in thousands of communities, with Walgreens pharmacists playing a greater role as part of the healthcare system and patients care teams than ever before. Walgreens Specialty Pharmacy provides critical care and pharmacy services to millions of patients with rare disease states and complex, chronic conditions.

The actual salary an employee can expect to receive, plus bonus pursuant to the terms of any bonus plan if applicable, will depend on experience, seniority, geographic location, and other factors permitted by law. To review benefits, please visit jobs.walgreens.com/benefits More Company information is available at

Job ID: 1622877BR

Title: Enterprise Architect - Retail and Supply Chain

Company Indicator: Walgreens

Employment Type:

Job Function: Information Technology

Full Store Address: 108 WILMOT ROAD,DEERFIELD,IL 60015

Full District Office Address: 102 WILMOT RD,DEERFIELD,IL,60015-05104-01102-2

External Basic Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree and at least 8 years of experience in a technical engineering and/or architecture role OR High school / GED and at least 11 years of experience in a technical engineering and/or architecture role

• At least 6 years of leadership experience in server side or client side technologies

• Experience in domain-specific architecture concepts and emerging technologies. (Design patterns, frameworks, current Java based solutions, mobile, OR Infrastructure Administration OR Data Sciences)

• Experience creating and promoting guiding development principles and influencing development teams, business users and management in adoption of technical solutions.

• At least 5 years of experience contributing to financial decisions in the workplace.

• At least 5 years of direct leadership, indirect leadership and/or cross- functional team leadership.

• Willing to travel up to 10% of the time for business purposes (within state and out of state)

Preferred Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in computer science, Mathematics or Information Technology.

• Master's degree.

• Proven self-starter with a bias for action and a high level of ownership.

• Deep experience designing, building, and operating enterprise systems both on-premise and in public cloud environments (e.g., Azure, AWS, GCP).

• Expertise in microservices, event-driven architecture, and API-first design.

• Strong DevOps and automation mindset with a track record of driving CI/CD adoption and improving software delivery performance.

• Demonstrated experience modernizing legacy systems, including re-platforming, refactoring, and decomposing monoliths.

• Strong understanding of retail and/or supply chain business processes and systems (e.g., OMS, WMS, ERP, replenishment, forecasting).

• Hands-on background in software engineering, including design patterns, scalability, and performance optimization.

• Excellent communication and collaboration skills; able to work across technical and non-technical stakeholders, including senior leadership

• Bonus: Experience with robotic automation, smart warehouse management systems, or IoT in a retail or logistics context.

• Experience working with matrix teams including teams in different time zones.

We will consider employment of qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Shift:

Store:

The salary range for this position is $121,000 - $132,000 per year. The base salary offered may vary depending on location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience.

This is a hybrid-onsite role. Employees are expected to be in our Boston, MA office Tuesdays-Thursday, and work remotely Mondays and Fridays.

Who We Are

The Supply Chain Retail Technology Data Science team is dedicated to understanding and optimizing user interactions with our Supply Chain & Retail Technology suite of tools and products. SCRT Data Science is responsible for integrating analytics into the DNA of these growing tech teams, unlocking the insights that will guide the business in our quest for cost-efficient, perfect orders, at scale, with AI and data science techniques playing a crucial role in processing vast datasets and predicting optimal outcomes. We bring a multidisciplinary blend of analytical aptitude, technical expertise, business strategy, and stakeholder management. Moreover, we're a highly collaborative, supportive team that values learning, psychological safety, and intentional career development.

What You'll Do

• Own the insights that inform the SCRT product roadmap, including driving outcomes within Fulfillment, Transportation and Service Technology.

• Perform deep-dive analysis, including the application of advanced analytical techniques and data science models, to solve critical and complex business problems.

• Leverage AI-powered platforms and tools to enhance existing analytical frameworks, automate data discovery, identify hidden patterns, and generate prescriptive recommendations, accelerating the delivery of actionable insights to product and engineering teams.

• Collaborate with all facets of the organization including product management, engineering, and creative design to identify the most impactful ways for data and analytics to drive decision making.

• Become the subject matter expert for data, analytics, and testing for your area to ensure accurate and proper interpretation of core metrics and user behavior.

• Build machine learning proof-of-concepts by developing Python code to train models and visualize their outputs, in order to demonstrate the art of the possible to stakeholders.

• Develop data visualizations, including reports, dashboards, and analyses in Looker and GBQ to distribute data insights in an easily digestible manner.

• Stay abreast of the latest advancements in AI and machine learning, particularly as they apply to supply chain, logistics, and service technology, and advocate for their strategic adoption to maintain a competitive analytical edge.

What You'll Need

• Proficient knowledge of SQL and statistical programming language(s) such as Python, R, SAS, or SPSS (Python preferred)

• Expert at conducting quantitative analyses on large and complex data sets, including ability to explain techniques to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

• Experience with experimental test design (e.g., A/B testing; Multivariate and Multi-Armed Bandit) and statistical analysis to drive business decision making.

• Experience in using AI-powered platforms to enhance and accelerate Data Science output (i.e. generating SQL and researching techniques using ChatGPT, analyzing text using Gemini Pro…)

• Experience with data visualization software (e.g. Google Looker Studio/Looker, Tableau, PowerBI).

• Experience applying data science techniques and partnering with business teams on agile model development.

• Strong written and verbal communication skills covering objectives, status, results, and recommendations.

• Bachelors in computer science, engineering, math, statistics, economics, Operations Research, Industrial engineering or other quantitative discipline; Masters preferred.

• 3+ years work experience in relevant field

About Wayfair Inc.

Wayfair is one of the world’s largest online destinations for the home. Whether you work in our global headquarters in Boston, or in our warehouses or offices throughout the world, we’re reinventing the way people shop for their homes. Through our commitment to industry-leading technology and creative problem-solving, we are confident that Wayfair will be home to the most rewarding work of your career. If you’re looking for rapid growth, constant learning, and dynamic challenges, then you’ll find that amazing career opportunities are knocking.

No matter who you are, Wayfair is a place you can call home. We’re a community of innovators, risk-takers, and trailblazers who celebrate our differences, and know that our unique perspectives make us stronger, smarter, and well-positioned for success. We value and rely on the collective voices of our employees, customers, community, and suppliers to help guide us as we build a better Wayfair – and world – for all. Every voice, every perspective matters. That’s why we’re proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristic.

Your personal data is processed in accordance with our Candidate Privacy Notice ( If you have any questions or wish to exercise your rights under applicable privacy and data protection laws, please contact us at

• Develop and implement strategic supply chain initiatives to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service levels across the retail network.
• Manage and optimize inventory levels, ensuring product availability while minimizing carrying costs and obsolescence.
• Oversee the procurement process, negotiating favorable terms with suppliers and ensuring timely delivery of goods.
• Direct and manage logistics operations, including warehousing, transportation, and distribution, to ensure efficient and cost-effective product movement.
• Develop and implement robust demand forecasting models, collaborating with sales and marketing teams to ensure accuracy.
• Select, manage, and evaluate third-party logistics (3PL) providers and transportation carriers.
• Establish and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for supply chain operations, identifying areas for improvement and implementing corrective actions.
• Lead and mentor a team of supply chain professionals, fostering a culture of performance and collaboration.
• Implement and leverage supply chain technologies and software to improve visibility, efficiency, and decision-making.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant trade regulations and company policies.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives within the supply chain function, applying Lean and Six Sigma principles where applicable.

• Bachelor's degree in Supply Chain Management, Logistics, Business Administration, or a related field. MBA or advanced degree preferred.
• Minimum of 7-10 years of progressive experience in supply chain management, with a significant focus on the retail sector.
• Proven experience in inventory management, demand planning, procurement, and logistics.
• Strong understanding of retail operations and the challenges of managing a complex supply chain.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Proficiency in supply chain planning software (e.g., SAP, Oracle, JDA) and advanced Excel skills.
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Exceptional negotiation and communication skills.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• APICS certification (CPIM, CSCP) is a plus.

Job Description

Join the Lovisa America team:

It is exciting times at Lovisa with many new stores opening across America, so we are looking for our next amazing Lovisa Sales Super Stars to join our growing team.

The Key Holder Role:

The Key Holder is responsible for supporting the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager aim to achieve store targets and keep the store looking presentable for our customers. If you enjoy a bright, energetic environment and you’re a great communicator who likes building relationships and has an eye for fashion, Lovisa is for you!

Must be 18yrs and older to apply!

Our Brand:

Lovisa was created out of a need for on-trend fashion jewelry at ready-to-wear prices. Our trend spotting departments worldwide take inspiration from couture runways and current street style to deliver new, must-have styles to our customers.

We are a fashion-forward jewelry brand that caters to every woman, with 150 new styles being delivered to stores each week. We give exceptional customer service and apply our core belief, “It’s about the customer, always” in everything we do.

Established in Australia Lovisa launched its first store in 2010, Since then Lovisa has opened over 550 stores across 20 countries: New Zealand, The United States, Singapore, Malaysia, South Africa, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, Switzerland, Austria, Luxembourg. As we continue to grow, vast opportunities will arise and are on offer for self-motivated and enthusiastic leaders and Team Members.

Lovisa Benefits :

- Ongoing training, mentoring and support for personal and career growth.

- Generous product discount.

- Incentives galore.

- Ear piercing training.

- A culture that is committed to continuous improvement!

- Opportunity to join one of Australia’s fastest and most successful global retail brand!

What we are looking for!

- Do you have a strong desire to deliver an exceptional experience to your customer?

- You possess strong time management and organizational skills

- You thrive off challenge and reward

- Have you got prior experience working in Retail/Hospitality?

- Can you create a positive team environment?

- Will you aim to ensure the store always looks presentable and inviting to our customers?

To be successful in this role you will have:

- Prior experience for a retailer or hospitality

- Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

- Exceptional communication skills

- A Passion for retail and fashion!

We believe in supporting diverse cultures and harnessing the unique knowledge and experience of our team. We celebrate our global presence, by supporting our culturally diverse team around the world.

Join the Lovisa America team:

It is exciting times at Lovisa with many new stores opening across America, so we are looking for our next amazing Lovisa Sales Super Stars to join our growing team.

The Key Holder Role:

The Key Holder is responsible for supporting the Store Manager and Assistant Store Manager aim to achieve store targets and keep the store looking presentable for our customers. If you enjoy a bright, energetic environment and you’re a great communicator who likes building relationships and has an eye for fashion, Lovisa is for you!

Must be 18yrs and older to apply!

Our Brand:

Lovisa was created out of a need for on-trend fashion jewelry at ready-to-wear prices. Our trend spotting departments worldwide take inspiration from couture runways and current street style to deliver new, must-have styles to our customers.

We are a fashion-forward jewelry brand that caters to every woman, with 150 new styles being delivered to stores each week. We give exceptional customer service and apply our core belief, “It’s about the customer, always” in everything we do.

Established in Australia Lovisa launched its first store in 2010, Since then Lovisa has opened over 550 stores across 20 countries: New Zealand, The United States, Singapore, Malaysia, South Africa, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Belgium, Netherlands, Switzerland, Austria, Luxembourg. As we continue to grow, vast opportunities will arise and are on offer for self-motivated and enthusiastic leaders and Team Members.

Lovisa Benefits :

- Ongoing training, mentoring and support for personal and career growth.

- Generous product discount.

- Incentives galore.

- Ear piercing training.

- A culture that is committed to continuous improvement!

- Opportunity to join one of Australia’s fastest and most successful global retail brand!

What we are looking for!

- Do you have a strong desire to deliver an exceptional experience to your customer?

- You possess strong time management and organizational skills

- You thrive off challenge and reward

- Have you got prior experience working in Retail/Hospitality?

- Can you create a positive team environment?

- Will you aim to ensure the store always looks presentable and inviting to our customers?

To be successful in this role you will have:

- Prior experience for a retailer or hospitality

- Ability to perform in a fast-paced, high-volume environment

- Exceptional communication skills

- A Passion for retail and fashion!

We believe in supporting diverse cultures and harnessing the unique knowledge and experience of our team. We celebrate our global presence, by supporting our culturally diverse team around the world.