Jobs in Saint Charles Illinois

 We are currently seeking a highly motivated and results-driven Permanent Display Sales Account Executive to join our dynamic team. As a Permanent Display Sales Account Executive, you will be responsible for driving sales and growing our client base by building strong relationships and providing innovative display solutions. You will have the opportunity to work with a diverse range of clients, from retail stores to trade shows, and contribute to the overall success of our organization.

Responsibilities

• Actively prospect and generate leads to identify new business opportunities related primarily to permanent displays along with temporary displays and Niven’s suite of services.
• Develop and maintain strong relationships with existing clients to ensure customer satisfaction and loyalty, and drive revenue on a year-over-year basis.
• Collaborate with the design and production teams to create customized display solutions that meet client needs and specifications.
• Present and demonstrate our display products to potential clients, highlighting key features and benefits.
• Negotiate and close sales contracts, ensuring profitability and adherence to company pricing policies.
• Track and manage sales activities, including preparing sales forecasts, sales reports, and analyzing market trends.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, market conditions, and competitors to identify opportunities and challenges.
• Achieve agreed-upon sales quotas.
• Lead a project through the entire sales lifecycle by building long-lasting client relationships and collaborating with both key internal and external stakeholders to achieve desired outcomes.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in Visual Merchandising / POP / Fixture Industry.
• Proven track record of identifying, developing, and closing new business opportunities within Fortune 1000 companies.
• History of selling customized end-to-end program solutions (design, production, co-packing, warehousing, fulfillment, etc.) .
• Experience negotiating and closing large contractual agreements within complex organizations across varying departments (C-Suite, Procurement, Marketing).
• Strong negotiation and closing skills, with the ability to identify and respond to client needs effectively.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate the value proposition of our display solutions and build long-term client relationships.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple client accounts simultaneously.
• Strong listening, evaluating, and problem-solving skills. Ability to develop alternative solutions when needed to meet deadlines and budgets.
• Previous experience with Salesforce or similar CRM tools preferred.
• Flexible to travel for client meetings, industry events, and trade shows as required.

Base Salary will range $80,000 - $120,000 and will be commensurate with experience, plus participation in the sales commission program.

Niven, a premier shopper-marketing company, offers solution-based, strategic retail merchandising services and solutions. We are a collaborative, employee-owned company that caters to agencies, brand marketers, and retailers alike. Our clientele includes many major retailers and renowned brands. Niven was founded in 1979 and is currently headquartered in Carol Stream, IL.

Niven has a strong legacy of creativity and innovation. We offer a great variety of benefits and perks to our employees, including great health care options, dental, vision, employee assistance program, pet insurance, and generous and flexible paid time off. We understand the challenges of working safely through these difficult times and offer flexible work scheduling.

Controls Engineer – Automation & Robotics (6 Openings)

Location: Elgin, IL (On-site)

Job Type: Direct Hire | Full-Time

Compensation: $95,000 – $150,000 (up to $160,000 for exceptional experience)

Benefits: Comprehensive benefits starting Day 1 (medical, dental, vision, 401k, stock programs, PTO, holidays)

About the Role

We are expanding our Automation Development team and are seeking Controls Engineers to support the design and build of highly advanced, custom automation and robotic equipment for autonomous vehicle production. This is a hands-on role focused on conceptual, in-house engineered systems—not repetitive builds or catalog automation.

Engineers in this group own projects end-to-end, from early concept and proof-of-principle through programming, debug, factory acceptance testing, and on-site integration. The current flagship project supports a next-generation autonomous vehicle platform, with the first production units already shipped.

This role is ideal for Controls Engineers coming from systems integrators or custom machine builders who enjoy variety, ownership, and technically challenging work.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, program, and debug PLC, HMI/SCADA, robotics, servo, and machine vision systems
• Develop control architectures for custom automation and robotic equipment
• Review electrical schematics and contribute to hardware and network architecture
• Perform system bring-up, debugging, validation, and factory acceptance testing
• Collaborate closely with mechanical engineers, assembly teams, and manufacturing
• Support equipment installation and integration at U.S. manufacturing facilities

Travel

• Typical travel averages 10–25% (historically fluctuates by project)
• Travel is limited to 4 U.S. manufacturing locations (California, Texas, Nevada)

Qualifications

• Experience in custom automation, robotics, or systems integration
• PLC programming experience ( Siemens preferred, Rockwell/Allen-Bradley also acceptable )
• Engineers proficient in Rockwell who are open to transitioning to Siemens are strongly encouraged to apply
• Experience with HMI/SCADA platforms (WinCC, Ignition, FactoryTalk, or similar)
• Bachelor’s degree in Electrical Engineering, Controls, Mechatronics, Automation, or related field (or equivalent experience)

Why This Opportunity Stands Out

• Work on fully conceptual, in-house designs with protected intellectual property
• Exposure to cutting-edge autonomous vehicle and robotics technology
• Projects that most automation houses and integrators never get access to
• Strong compensation, Day-1 benefits, and long-term growth potential
• Collaborative engineering culture with high technical standards and visibility

Companies Overview: Peacock Colors Company (PCC) was founded in 1925 in Chicago, IL as a paint and ink company. For the last 50 years Peacock has manufactured colorants and additives for the plastic processing industry. Vortex Liquid Color Company (VLCC) was founded in 1996 in Sheboygan, WI and provides liquid color concentrates for many engineering and commodity polymers. We create color chemistry for a sustainable future. We combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. Poly Compounding specializes in toll compounding of heat and shear sensitive engineered plastics with technical know-how and decades of experience in developing customized compounding processes specific to the need of the application. All enterprise companies contribute to the success of our customers by providing them brilliant colors, long stable color life, specialty compounds and draw the attention of consumers. We are leaders in our field and work relentlessly to satisfy our customer needs.

Key Accounts Manager (KAM) Plastics Colors and Additives:

Summary:

Key Accounts Manager (KAM) Plastics Colors and Additives: is responsible for the growth of Peacock Color and Vortex Liquid Color product sales in the Americas. Focus on retaining and growing current customers, pipeline of new customer development and closure, forecasting, support customer orders, line scheduling and maintaining all customers within payment terms. Scout new potential customers in previously unknown industrial markets and/or new applications. Create, maintain, and close opportunity in the pipeline to drive above-market growth. Key successes factors include negotiating, project management, networking and ability to build and maintain strong customer relationships. Ability to communicate effectively with all employees as well all customers. Upholds and supports organizational goals and values. Ability to handle multiple activities and must be outgoing, self-driven, pleasant & very personable.

Key Responsibilities:

Key Account Development & Sales Management:

• Own the relationship and projects at core customers and find new opportunities for growth within the accounts. Improve PCC share via gaining competition share.
• Find new/new accounts and drive new business growth by gaining technical specification at customer in the Americas. Understand Customer CTQ’s and relate it back to technical team to develop product for commercial success.
• Balance short term and long-term business objective effectively: drive new business growth and building a strong target position for the future.
• Develop strong technical understanding of Color and liquid color products in traditional and new application area.
• Identify and assess the current customer base and prospects for selling additional PCC. This includes selling price, volume, and customer buying criteria, market/business dynamics and entry strategies.
• Relationships & customer satisfaction.
• Short-term & long-term forecasts.
• Manage complaints.
• Manage credit terms/account receivables.
• Proactively leverage relationships to obtain the Voice of Customers, understand & articulate value propositions, and monitor the competitive landscape.

Project Management:

• Utilize skills to map new business projects and application development (see below)
• Manage projects and developments through the development process and drive completion of milestones per established timelines.
• Strong problem-solving skills

Application Development:

• Utilize specific technical expertise to translate innovations and differentiated products to commercial success.
• Interact with Color development lab and manufacturing organizations to facilitate success by communicating unmet needs in new applications.
• Internal and external influencing skills
• Communicate product quality needs to Manufacturing and technical personnel.

Teamwork is critical due to the diversity of talents involved. Focus of the team on key deliverables and the value of the market dynamic are very important. Development of the capabilities of each direct report is important to the succession options for the company.

Core Competencies (A must have):

• Communication skills: Effectively respond to customer needs, demonstrate listening, questioning, clarifying and summarizing skills.
• Commercial/Negotiating Skills: Build consensus and agreement at customer organization and secure commitments.
• Business Decision Making: Financial acumen, cost and benefits, lean for past experience, problem solving and develop solutions.
• Strategic Thinking: Develop and execute business strategy, understand competitors-strength and weakness, understand and address the needs of multiple customers.
• Results Oriented: Proven commercial track record with sustained business results and topline growth, accountability for target follow up and closure. Ability to break complex problems into manageable task and direct necessary resources to meet and beat deadline.
• Passion for Excellence: Integrity and resilience a must. High level of collaboration, willing to accept constructive criticism/feedback, lead with example, exhibit and expect hard work, deep passion and breed success.

QUALIFYING & REQUIREMENTS:

• BS degree in business, science or engineering or equivalent experience.
• Minimum 3-5 years of experience in sales and marketing in differentiated markets.
• Ability to interact with R&D and manufacturing to facilitate developments, complaint investigations etc.
• Business development, application development, project management, and pull-through marketing experience with proven track record.
• Background in the plastics industry, but not required.
• Proven ability to influence internal and external decision makers.
• Results oriented.
• Strong communication and sales skill.
• Strong team player.
• Comfortable and efficient with working independently.

About the Company

Our client is seeking a driven Sales Hunter to generate new business by identifying, prospecting, and closing net-new clients for its SaaS-based workforce and business solutions. This is a heavily outbound, quota-carrying role best suited for a sales professional with 1–3 years of experience who thrives in a fast-paced, performance-driven environment. The ideal candidate is competitive, resilient, and confident owning the full sales cycle from first outreach through close.

There is a 6-week of training on-site at the headquarters - Covered by the client

Responsibilities

• Prospect and generate new business opportunities through outbound cold calling, email campaigns, LinkedIn outreach, and networking
• Own the full sales cycle for net-new accounts, from discovery through contract execution
• Conduct consultative discovery conversations to uncover prospects’ operational, HR, and payroll challenges
• Deliver tailored product demonstrations and presentations aligned to client needs
• Consistently meet or exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual revenue targets
• Maintain accurate pipeline management, activity tracking, and forecasting within CRM systems
• Build and manage a strong pipeline of qualified opportunities within an assigned territory
• Collaborate cross-functionally with internal sales leadership, implementation, and support teams to ensure smooth client handoffs

Qualifications

• 0–3 years of sales experience
• Proven success in a high-volume, outbound, quota-carrying sales role
• Experience managing a full sales cycle from prospecting through close
• Strong communication, negotiation, and objection-handling skills
• Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple opportunities simultaneously
• Competitive, self-motivated mindset with a strong work ethic

Required Skills

• Experience selling!
• Familiarity with CRM platforms and sales prospecting tools
• Demonstrated ability to succeed in a metrics-driven sales environment

Preferred Skills

Experience selling HR, payroll, or enterprise software solutions.

Familiarity with CRM platforms and sales prospecting tools.

Demonstrated ability to succeed in a metrics-driven sales environment.

Equal Opportunity Statement

Include a statement on commitment to diversity and inclusivity.

Join Our Team and Lead the Second Shift to Success! 

Schedule: (full-time) 4:30PM – 3:00AM (Monday- Thursday) 2:30PM –11:00PM (Friday) 

Salary Range: $70,000-$85,000

Company Overview: We are a leading manufacturing company committed to integrity, respect, and operational excellence. Our team values a positive work environment, continuous improvement, and a dedication to safety and quality. 

Position Summary: The Second Shift Supervisor oversees all manufacturing operations during the second shift and serves as the primary management representative present. This role is responsible for ensuring optimal productivity, safety, and quality standards, fostering a collaborative team environment, and making critical decisions as needed. 

Responsibilities: 

·        Direct, supervise, and coordinate all second shift employees and production personnel. 

·        Maintain a safe workplace, enforce safety procedures, and respond to incidents or emergencies. 

·        Monitor product quality and ensure compliance with company and regulatory standards. 

·        Resolve production challenges and support equipment maintenance and troubleshooting. 

·        Train, coach, and evaluate team members to drive high performance and engagement. 

·        Analyze production data, ensure accurate documentation, and lead shift handovers. 

·        Collaborate with other departments to resolve issues and drive process improvements. 

·        Enforce company policies and act as the primary contact for urgent matters during the shift. 

Supervisory Responsibilities: Directly supervises employees in the assigned department and carries out supervisory duties including interviewing, hiring, training, performance appraisals, and resolving problems in accordance with company policies and applicable laws. 

Qualifications: 

·        High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required; at least three years of supervisory experience in manufacturing preferred. 

·        Proven ability to independently lead, motivate, and inspire teams to achieve operational goals. 

·        Exceptional problem-solving and decision-making skills. 

·        Outstanding verbal and written communication abilities. 

·        Willingness and ability to consistently work the second shift schedule. 

·        In-depth knowledge of manufacturing operations, safety protocols, and quality assurance standards. 

·        Basic proficiency with computers and Microsoft Office Suite. 

Why Join Us? 

·        Competitive pay and benefits package 

·        Supportive and growth-oriented work environment 

·        Opportunities for advancement and professional development 

Ready to lead and make an impact? Submit your application today! 

Purchasing Analyst

The Purchasing Analyst manages end-to-end procurement for products, components, and supplies, supporting cost savings, supplier performance, and supply chain efficiency. This role oversees purchasing activities including issuing purchase orders, negotiating pricing and contracts, and maintaining strong vendor relationships.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage supplier relationships, contracts, pricing, and purchase orders
• Analyze spend data and market trends to identify savings and risks
• Conduct supplier evaluations and support negotiations
• Monitor inventory levels, delivery performance, and procurement KPIs
• Maintain supplier records, reports, and compliance
• Support continuous improvement and process optimization initiatives

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Supply Chain, Business, Finance, or related field
• 3+ years of purchasing or supply chain experience
• Strong negotiation, analytical, and communication skills
• Advanced Excel skills; ERP or procurement system experience preferred
• Ability to collaborate cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities
• Relevant certifications (CPSM, CSCP, CPP, APICS) a plus

Salary Range: $70,000-$80,000

Benefits:

• Bonus Offered
• Health, dental, and vision, life, short/long term disability insurance
• 401(k) offering
• Paid time off and holidays (80 hours PTO)
• Paid sick leave where applicable by state law.

LHH is a leader in permanent recruitment—and in the placement of top talent. Our areas of specialty include office administration, customer service, human resources, engineering, and supply chain and logistics. Please feel to check us out and apply for other opportunities if this role isn’t a perfect match.

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