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LVMH Group

Account Executive, Miami North

Miami, FL

Utilize the tools provided by Retail Development, as well as Education and Events to create a cohesive experience across all retailers and platforms. * Promote Dior values and encourage creativity ...

SAS Retail Services

Full Time Retail Supervisor

Miami, FL · On-site

$43K - $63K/yr

The ideal candidate works closely with Business Development Managers, Brands, Retail Managers, and other retail personnel to ensure business objectives are met. Take this opportunity to join North ...

ProSidian Consulting

Historian (A027)

Jacksonville, FL · On-site

ProSidian clients represent a broad spectrum of industries including but not limited to Aerospace And Telecommunications | Consumer Products, Services, And Retail | Development And Sustainability ...

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How much do retail development jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 14, 2026, the average hourly pay for retail development in Florida is $26.68, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $17.98 and $31.97 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Retail Development vs Retail Buying?

AspectRetail DevelopmentRetail Buying
Primary FocusIdentifying new store locations, market expansion, and strategic growthSelecting and purchasing products to stock in stores
Required SkillsMarket analysis, project management, real estate knowledgeVendor negotiation, inventory management, trend analysis
Work EnvironmentCorporate offices, site visits, market researchRetail stores, supplier meetings, buying offices
Common EmployersRetail chains, real estate firms, development agenciesRetail chains, department stores, specialty retailers

Retail Development and Retail Buying are distinct roles within the retail industry. Retail Development focuses on expanding store locations and market presence, while Retail Buying centers on selecting products to meet customer demand. Both roles require industry knowledge but differ in daily tasks and objectives.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in Retail Development, and why are they important?

To thrive in Retail Development, you need a solid understanding of market analysis, site selection, and retail operations, often supported by a degree in business, marketing, or real estate. Familiarity with CRM software, geographic information systems (GIS), and financial modeling tools is typically required. Excellent negotiation, relationship-building, and project management skills set top performers apart in this field. These skills ensure successful identification and execution of new retail opportunities, driving business growth and competitive advantage.

How does a Retail Development professional typically collaborate with store managers and merchandising teams to implement new initiatives?

Retail Development professionals play a key role in bridging the gap between corporate strategy and in-store execution. They regularly collaborate with store managers to understand operational challenges and gather feedback on new concepts or layouts. Working closely with merchandising teams, they help design and roll out product displays, promotional campaigns, or store redesigns to enhance customer experience and drive sales. Effective communication and project management skills are essential, as these professionals often coordinate timelines, training, and resources across multiple stakeholders.

What is Retail Development?

Retail development involves planning, creating, and managing retail spaces or strategies to maximize sales and customer engagement. Professionals in this field work on everything from identifying locations and negotiating leases to designing store layouts and optimizing product placement. The goal is to ensure retail environments meet consumer needs and business objectives, often collaborating with marketing, merchandising, and operations teams. Retail developers may work for brands, landlords, or property developers, and are key to expanding a company's physical presence.
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Business Development Manager - Retail Services (Hybrid*)

Business Development Manager - Retail Services (Hybrid*)

Office Depot

Boca Raton, FL • On-site

$35K/yr

Full-time

Retirement

Re-posted 21 days ago

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Company rating: 5.2 out of 10

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563rd of 727 rated retailers

Job description


The Retail Services Business Development Manager is an outside sales role focused on driving net new business revenue and developing service offerings and project sales within a dedicated market. This position targets SMB to mid-market customers, typically with 1 to 250 employees, through direct outreach, relationship development, and leveraging omni-channel opportunities such as store-generated leads and OfficeDepot.com. The BDM is responsible for identifying new prospects, selling and implementing Office Depot services, and driving sales growth across core categories, including print, technology, supplies, and business services.
In addition to closing sales opportunities, the BDM-Services supports the ongoing training and development of store associates to identify and qualify leads, ensuring alignment with market goals. This role also drives traffic into retail stores, strengthens core office supply sales, and collaborates with cross-functional teams to close project sales opportunities. The position is accountable for achieving an annual incremental sales goal as outlined in the Incentive Compensation Plan.
This is a remote position with approximately 20% travel to stores and customers within the assigned district. To be considered, candidates must be located in one of the following areas: Chicago, IL or Tampa, FL.
Primary Responsibilities:
Sales Generation:
  • Contacting new customers from lead queue entries or existing. customers to discover sales opportunities through ongoing relationship building.
  • Generating quotes for project sales opportunities through price research in internal systems.
  • Leading sales presentations through prepared slides designed around strategic customer solutions.
  • Leveraging cross functional teams to build custom solutions for unique or diverse customer needs (specialized printing, tech)
  • Engage in sales activities outside of the office, including building relationships with decision influencers, decision makers, end users, current buyers, and new prospects within organizations.
  • Network and cold call prospective customers based on customer profiles (volume, size, and service requirements) to arrange meetings and present Office Depot's products and services as tailored business solutions.
  • Proactively create awareness of Office Depot's services and products, ensuring prospective customers are familiarized with offerings regardless of contractual status.

Administrative:
  • Accurately input and maintain customer records in Salesforce to ensure accurate and ongoing outreach.
  • Update records on internal lead queue to maintain consistent communication with store teams.
  • Leverage customer information from Salesforce to create business plans, sales presentations, and support strategic customer solutions.
  • Serve as a peer coach and motivator, fostering collaboration and providing guidance to support sales representatives in achieving their goals.

Growth and Development:
  • Participate in district calls to highlight current program attainment and celebrate recent sales successes.
  • Conduct personalized store trainings to reinforce benefits of BDM role and lead submissions.
  • Collaborate with GMs and store teams on lead identification techniques and submission processes.

Education & Experience:
  • High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's preferred in Business, Marketing, Communications, Sales, or related field preferred
  • Minimum 3 years of professional B2B outside sales experience
  • CRM experience preferred (e.g., Salesforce)
  • Proficient in Microsoft PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook, and Teams

Skills & Competencies:
  • Strong, proven sales skills with consistent high performance and results
  • Expertise in professional, consultative selling across both short and long sales cycles
  • Demonstrated ability to build and manage mid- to senior-level customer relationships and sales pipelines
  • Strong public speaking, presentation, objection-handling, and written/verbal communication skills
  • Highly self-motivated, self-directed, and attentive to detail
  • Takes initiative with excellent time and self-management
  • Able to collaborate effectively with peers and management while navigating complex organizations

About The ODP Group: The ODP Group, through its business entities ODP Business Solutions and Office Depot, is a leading provider of products, services, and technology solutions through an integrated business-to-business (B2B) distribution platform and omnichannel presence, which includes world-class supply chain and distribution operations, dedicated sales professionals, online presence, and a network of Office Depot and OfficeMax retail stores.
Commitment to Safety: We are committed to maintaining a safe and healthy work environment for our Coworkers and our customers. All Coworkers are expected to support our operational safety culture by working safely and addressing potential hazards or concerns.
Disclaimer: The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by Coworkers assigned to this classification and are not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties and skills required of Coworkers so classified. Other duties may be assigned.
Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule: The company offers competitive salaries, a benefits package, which includes a 401(k) and more, along with plenty of opportunities to move and grow within our organization! You may be eligible to participate in an incentive program, paid in accordance with the Incentive Plan terms and conditions.
Equal Employment Opportunity: The company is committed to providing equal employment opportunities in all employment practices. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, citizenship status, marital status, age, disability, protected veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by law.
We will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records pursuant to the City & County of San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance.
Application Deadline: The job posting will remain open for a minimum of 3 days and will expire once the position has been filled.
How to Apply: Click the "Apply Now" button and follow the instructions on each page. When you have completed the application, click the "Submit" button.

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The ODP Corporation (NASDAQ:ODP) is a leading provider of products and services through an integrated business-to-business (B2B) distribution platform and omnichannel presence, which includes world-class supply chain and distribution operations, dedicated sales professionals, a B2B digital procurement solution, online presence, and a network of Office Depot and OfficeMax retail stores. Through its operating companies Office Depot, LLC; ODP Business Solutions, LLC; Veyer, LLC; and Varis, LLC, The ODP Corporation empowers every business, professional, and consumer to achieve more every day.

Industry

Office supplies and stationery stores

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Boca Raton, FL, US

Year founded

1986

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