Retail Industry

Whether they sit behind a cash register, stand at the ready on the car lot or walk customers through a brick and mortor store, retail sales workers are the face of many businesses. With more people employed in this industry than in nearly any other job in the nation, retail offers workers the chance to learn skills that are essential for almost any workplace. 

Retail Industry In Broward County

Source: JobsEQ

8,469

Establishments

111,373

Jobs in 2022

$47,659

Average Salary

Exploring Careers In This Industry

  • Sales Managers: Plan, direct, or coordinate the actual distribution or movement of a product or service to the customer. Coordinate sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals and establish training programs for sales representatives.
  • Retail Salespersons: Plan, direct, or coordinate activities of an organization or department that provides lodging, hotel stays, vacation rentals and other accommodations.
  • Loss Prevention Managers: Direct policies, procedures, or systems to prevent the loss of assets. Determine risk exposure or potential liability, and develop risk control measures
  • Tellers: Receive and pay out money. Keep records of money and negotiable instruments involved in a financial institution's various transactions.
  • Customer Service Representative: Interact with customers to provide information in response to inquiries about products and services and to handle and resolve complaints.
  • Order Clerk: Receive and process incoming orders for materials, merchandise, classified ads, or services such as repairs, installations, or rental of facilities. Generally receives orders via mail, phone, fax, or other electronic means. Duties include informing customers of receipt, prices, shipping dates, and delays; preparing contracts; and handling complaints.
  • Interested in working in the retail industry? CareerSource Broward has several training programs that can help kick-start your career. We even offer scholarships that can save you up to $12,000 toward your education and career training. Click the button below to learn more.
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Connecting Employers With Talent

According to Visit Florida, nearly 131 million people visited Florida in 2019, meaning more jobs will be needed to support tourism. Check out how CareerSource Broward can assist your retail business with its hiring and training needs.

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Want More Information?

If your retail-related business is in need of financial assistance for recruiting and/or employee training, contact Doug Saenz at (954) 202-3830, ext. 3011, or by email at dsaenz@careersourcebroward.com.

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