Retail General Manager

Office Depot; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 50,500 - 79,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k)

Competitive salaries

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

A retail company is seeking a Retail General Manager to oversee store operations and customer experience. Responsibilities include managing sales and performance, training and developing associates, and fostering a positive work environment. The ideal candidate has management experience, strong communication skills, and a business acumen. This position offers a competitive salary with growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• Minimum two to four years of management experience or equivalent learning through a development program.
• Sound judgment, people‑management abilities, and resilience under stress.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and execute detailed instructions efficiently.

Responsibilities

• Oversee sales and service results for the location.
• Own associate training and development.
• Lead, motivate, and inspire associates to create a customer‑first environment.

Skills

Management Experience

Business Acumen

Communication Skills

Leadership

Teamwork Skills

Adaptability

Education

High School Diploma

Bachelor's Degree in Business or Related Field

Tools

POS Systems

Computer Proficiency

Job description

Retail General Manager

Office Depot is seeking a Retail General Manager to oversee all aspects of store operations, sales, services, profitability, and customer experience.

Base Pay Range

$50,500.00 per year - $79,000.00 per year

Responsibilities

• Oversee sales and service results for the location, managing sales performance, identifying opportunities, and developing store strategies to achieve sales and operational goals.
• Own associate training and development, talent assessment, succession planning, and provide constructive feedback, coaching, and counseling.
• Lead, motivate, and inspire associates to create a customer‑first environment, host in‑store events for local SMB partners, and build strong client relationships.
• Hire and manage merchandising, operations, and execution of store and company standards; resolve associate and customer concerns; partner with business teams on a timely basis.
• Drive performance management for all associates and foster a positive, inclusive workplace; act as a Change Champion supporting company initiatives.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required; bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Business, Marketing, Retail Management, or related field preferred.
• Minimum two to four years of management experience or equivalent learning through a development program.
• Strong business acumen and ability to lead, coach, and manage in a professional environment.
• Executive presence, excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to plan, prioritize, and execute detailed instructions efficiently.
• Demonstrated leadership, independent work ability, and teamwork skills.
• Sound judgment, people‑management abilities, adaptability to change, and resilience under stress.
• Proficiency with computers and POS register systems; ability to process merchandise information.

Pay, Benefits & Work Schedule

Office Depot and OfficeMax offer competitive salaries, a benefits package that includes a 401(k), and opportunities for career growth within the organization.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Office Depot and OfficeMax 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 (including pregnancy, childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), gender (including gender identity and expression), ancestry, national origin, citizenship status, marital status (including registered domestic partnership status), age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, sexual orientation or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

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

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