Director, Retail Jobs

Explore Director, Retail opportunities for experienced leaders ready to shape store performance, customer experience, and business growth. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including retail leadership roles across operations, merchandising, sales, and multi-location management.

What Does a Retail Director Do?

Retail directors guide strategy and execution across stores, regions, or business functions. Depending on the role, responsibilities may include setting operating goals, managing budgets and performance metrics, developing leaders, improving customer experience, and partnering with merchandising, marketing, supply chain, and finance teams.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek substantial retail leadership experience, a record of achieving sales and operational targets, and the ability to lead teams through change. Valuable strengths include financial planning, workforce development, inventory and merchandising insight, data-driven decision-making, and clear communication with senior stakeholders.

Explore Retail Leadership Opportunities

Director-level retail roles vary by company size, channel, and area of responsibility. Search opportunities that match your experience and career goals, and review each listing for details about scope, qualifications, location, and compensation. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more.

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$110K - $220K *

Lead category strategy and execution to drive growth and customer satisfaction. Oversee financial management, vendor relationships, and team performance while utilizing data-driven insights to optimiz...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$78K - $110K *

Advance your career by leading retail construction projects from inception to completion. Collaborate with cross-functional teams, manage budgets, and drive strategic solutions for a premier financial...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in overseeing a dynamic transaction management team, driving commercial real estate activities, and ensuring alignment with client goals while fostering staff development and operation...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at our retail team, driving enterprise sales through strong relationship management, complex deal negotiation, and strategic planning. Collaborate across functions to redefine cust...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$80K - $90K *

Transform brand experiences by crafting compelling visual identities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and execute innovative design solutions that elevate our brand across all custo...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$229K - $267K *

Optimize consumer acquisition strategies to drive growth and innovation across multiple channels. Lead a high-performing team, manage budgets, and define future goals while ensuring effective executio...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$148K - $175K *

Lead strategic initiatives and operational excellence across client portfolios, ensuring governance, performance management, and continuous improvement. Drive client satisfaction and financial account...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$155K - $185K *

Unlock your potential as you design and operationalize strategic processes for commercial success, guiding sales and account management teams to enhance skills and boost effectiveness in a dynamic B2B...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $240K *

Join us to lead transformative P2P product strategies, enhancing procurement and payment processes globally. Collaborate with finance teams and vendors to drive AI integration, ensuring compliance and...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$187K - $210K *

Champion operational excellence by leading Product Operations, driving innovation, and optimizing workflows. Manage a dedicated team to enhance product delivery, streamline processes, and ensure align...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead multifamily transactions from sourcing to closing, ensuring disciplined execution and strategic alignment across teams. Drive outcomes through strong negotiation, relationship management, and a r...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$110K - $130K *

Transform real estate transactions by managing complex portfolios, leading negotiations, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver strategic solutions for corporate clients...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic growth by managing a high-performing sales team, refining sales strategies, and fostering a culture of excellence to achieve ambitious revenue goals...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $180K *

Lead the strategic execution of commercial planning and sales coverage, aligning cross-functional teams to drive profitable growth. Oversee territory design, customer segmentation, and annual planning...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic retail sales team, driving merchandising strategies, and fostering client relationships to achieve sales objectives and enhance market presence across diverse reg...

Marlborough, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $135K *

Champion revenue growth by building strategic customer relationships, driving sales through prospecting, expert consultations, and tailored proposals. Collaborate effectively to meet client needs and...

Atlanta, GARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$104K - $153K *

Elevate your career by leading the Inside Sales strategy to drive growth, enhance customer engagement, and develop a high-performing team. Collaborate across functions to optimize processes and delive...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$90K - $110K *

Optimize user experience by managing Salesforce administration, enhancing platform functionality, and driving user adoption. Collaborate with teams to support business needs and ensure seamless integr...

Dallas, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$160K - $185K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic team to drive channel partnerships, transforming opportunities into revenue-generating relationships across diverse verticals in a fast-growing ecosystem...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of financial services by driving sales growth, building relationships, and expanding market share. Collaborate with partners and clients to identify opportunities and close complex de...

Connecticut, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Empower the merchandising function for a portfolio brand, driving assortment strategy, vendor partnerships, and pricing to enhance revenue and margin. Own end-to-end responsibilities within a lean tea...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $140K *

Help us drive strategic growth initiatives and shape long-term business development strategies. Collaborate with senior leadership, mentor junior staff, and oversee complex proposals to foster organiz...

Fairfield, NJRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $150K *

Transform customer relationships and drive sales growth by executing innovative strategies and leveraging packaging solutions. Collaborate with internal teams to meet client needs while maintaining a...

Haltom City, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $150K *

Unlock new business opportunities and enhance customer relationships by executing strategic sales initiatives, leveraging packaging solutions, and driving profitability while ensuring exceptional serv...

Houston, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $154K *

Champion growth by leading strategic sales initiatives in the residential dealer segment. Collaborate with teams to develop territory plans, drive business development, and mentor field sales represen...

Chicago, ILRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Retail do?question toggle

    A Director of Retail leads strategy and performance for stores, regions, or retail functions. The role may cover sales, operations, customer experience, budgeting, merchandising, and team development.

  • What qualifications are common for Director, Retail jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for extensive retail management experience, a history of meeting business goals, and strengths in leadership, financial and operational planning, and performance analysis. Specific requirements vary by position.

  • How much do Director, Retail jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, location, company size, and role scope. Ladders specializes in vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; check individual listings for compensation details.

  • Where can I find Director, Retail jobs?question toggle

    Search Ladders for Director, Retail openings and related retail leadership roles. Review listings to compare responsibilities, qualifications, location, and compensation.