Executive Assistant (Retail Merchandising) - EA 0211 VG#01


Non-IT - IL - Bolingbrook, IL
Bolingbrook, Illinois
Locations: Bolingbrook, Chicago, Deerfield, Naperville, Waukegan
Posted On: February 11, 2026
Last Day to Apply: February 25, 2026
Pay: $38.00 per hour

Job Title: Executive Assistant (Retail Merchandising)

Location: Bolingbrook, IL
Contract Duration: 6 Months

Schedule

  • Work Model: Hybrid (6 days per month onsite)

Compensation

  • Rate: $38.00/hour (W2)


Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced Executive Assistant to provide high-level administrative and logistical support to senior executives within a retail merchandising and marketing organization. This role ensures executives can focus on strategic priorities by efficiently managing schedules, travel, meetings, and expense reporting. The ideal candidate is highly organized, adaptable, and experienced in supporting executive leadership in a fast-paced environment.


Key Responsibilities

  • Provide daily administrative support to senior marketing leadership, including calendar management, travel coordination, and expense reporting

  • Manage complex and heavy travel arrangements, including flights, car services, and hotel reservations

  • Create detailed business travel itineraries requiring research and independent judgment

  • Draft and prepare correspondence, presentations, and leadership materials (e.g., town halls, business updates)

  • Exercise discretion and independent judgment when handling confidential and sensitive information

  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support special projects, meetings, and executive initiatives

  • Manage and respond to inquiries that vary in complexity and require research and follow-up

  • Maintain a professional and organized executive support environment

  • Demonstrate flexibility and adaptability to meet changing business needs and executive working styles

  • Provide backup support to the Chief Marketing Officer’s Executive Assistant as needed


Qualifications

  • Proven experience supporting senior-level executives

  • Strong organizational, communication, and time-management skills

  • Ability to handle confidential and complex information with discretion

  • Proficiency with scheduling tools, expense reporting systems, and presentation software

  • Experience in a fast-paced, corporate or retail environment preferred

For more details reach at vgill@navitassols.com or Call / Text at 516-862-1203.

About Navitas Partners, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing Technical / IT staffing firms in the US providing services to numerous clients. We offer the most competitive pay for every position. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.

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