Development Director Jobs in Atlanta, GA
Development Director jobs in Atlanta are in strong demand, concentrated in Midtown, Buckhead, and the Old Fourth Ward, across nonprofit organizations, higher education, healthcare systems, and arts institutions. Leading employers hiring right now include AutoZone, The Home Depot, and Deloitte. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Director of New Business Development
Drive Revenue Growth with Industry-Leading Retail Solutions
SPAR is seeking a results-driven Director of New Business Development to generate net-new revenue through strategic prospecting, enterprise sales, and consultative solution selling. This role will focus on developing new partnerships across CPG, retail, consumer goods, merchandising, field services, retail technology, and emerging verticals.
The ideal candidate is a proven sales hunter who excels at building executive relationships, creating qualified pipeline, developing compelling proposals, and closing complex B2B deals.
What We Offer:
- Full-Time Salary Position (Competitive based on experience)
- Comprehensive benefits package (medical, dental, vision, life, etc.)
- Generous Paid Time Off
- Career advancement opportunities
- Collaborative and growth-focused work environment
- Work Location: Hybrid in Charlotte, NC or Remote Anywhere in the United States
What You'll Do
- Develop and execute outbound sales strategies to drive new business growth.
- Prospect and engage decision-makers through networking, LinkedIn, industry events, and targeted outreach.
- Manage the full sales cycle from lead generation and discovery through proposal development, negotiation, and contract execution.
- Design customized solutions leveraging SPAR's capabilities in:
- Retail Merchandising
- Auditing & Compliance
- Store Resets & Remodels
- Assembly Services
- On-Demand Workforce Solutions
- Retail Technology & Data Analytics
- Lead RFP responses, sales presentations, and executive-level client meetings.
- Collaborate with Operations, Finance, Marketing, and Technology teams to develop profitable, scalable solutions.
- Consistently achieve pipeline, revenue, and new business development goals.
- Ability to travel up to 30%, based on business needs
What You'll Bring
Required Experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience.
- 7-10+ years of successful Business Development, Enterprise Sales, or B2B Sales experience.
- Proven track record of generating qualified pipeline and closing net-new business opportunities.
- Experience selling into CPG, retail services, merchandising, field services, retail technology, or related industries.
- Strong consultative selling, solution development, and relationship-building skills.
- Expertise in strategic prospecting, lead generation, and pipeline management.
- Exceptional executive presentation, communication, and storytelling abilities.
- Experience developing proposals, RFP responses, and negotiating complex contracts.
- Strong business and financial acumen, including pricing and profitability considerations.
- Proficiency with Microsoft PowerPoint, CRM platforms (Salesforce, HubSpot, or similar), LinkedIn Sales Navigator, and sales prospecting tools.
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Who's Hiring
- AutoZone9
- The Home Depot7
- Deloitte6
- Google4
- Accenture4
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software33
- Consulting & Professional Services20
- Manufacturing15
- Automotive11
- Retail8
Development Director Jobs in Atlanta: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a development director job in Atlanta?
Atlanta's strongest hiring comes from its large nonprofit sector, historically Black colleges and universities, major health systems, and arts and cultural institutions. Candidates who stand out have a documented history of leading major gift campaigns or capital campaigns, strong relationships in Atlanta's philanthropic community, and experience closing gifts from local foundations and corporate giving programs. Midtown and Buckhead are where most of these employers concentrate their fundraising operations.
Which companies hire development directors in Atlanta?
Companies currently hiring development directors in Atlanta include AutoZone, The Home Depot, and Deloitte, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Atlanta's market draws from a wide range of employer types, including community foundations, hospital foundations, arts organizations, and regional nonprofits headquartered in the city.
Are there remote development director jobs in Atlanta?
Yes, though remote availability is limited for a role that relies heavily on in-person donor relationships and community presence. About 35% of development director openings tied to Atlanta are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, with most of those reflecting hybrid schedules rather than fully remote positions. Grant writing and strategy work tends to be the most location-flexible portion of the role in Atlanta.
How can I get a development director job in Atlanta with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a development associate or major gifts officer role at one of Atlanta's mid-size nonprofits, community foundations, or university advancement offices, where promotion timelines are shorter and mentorship is more accessible. Organizations in the Atlanta Community Food Bank network, arts venues along Peachtree Street, and advocacy groups in the Sweet Auburn corridor regularly hire junior development staff. Building relationships through the Association of Fundraising Professionals Georgia Chapter also opens doors quickly.
Which industries hire the most development directors in Atlanta?
Atlanta development director roles concentrate in Technology & Software, Consulting & Professional Services, and Manufacturing, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Atlanta's dense nonprofit infrastructure, its role as a regional headquarters for major health systems, and its nationally recognized arts and civil rights institutions collectively drive consistent demand for experienced fundraising leadership.
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