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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$101K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance retail inventory operations, driving efficiency and minimizing loss. Lead strategy and execution for in-store logistics, technology integration, and team development to...

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

$125K - $150K *

Take ownership of strategic site acquisition initiatives, managing multiple development projects while leading site selection and due diligence efforts. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to ensure...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$175K - $200K *

Lead financial strategy and analysis, partnering with leadership to drive growth. Own dynamic financial models, budgeting, and forecasting while mentoring a high-performing finance team in a fast-pace...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$111K - $160K *

Transform category growth by leveraging insights and strategies to enhance customer performance. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize assortments and drive sales initiatives across diverse retai...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$217K - $271K *

Optimize cross-functional program management for a global initiative, ensuring alignment across multiple teams and geographies. Drive execution, manage dependencies, and communicate effectively to del...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$165K - $185K *

Unlock your potential by leading integrated facilities management for a pharmaceutical portfolio. Drive operational excellence, manage budgets, and foster strong client relationships while overseeing...

Raynham, MARemote

1 week ago

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

$140K - $180K *

Transform the digital manufacturing landscape by driving sales growth and market expansion. Collaborate across teams to develop strategies, support federal opportunities, and enhance customer value th...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Empower growth by leading a dynamic sales organization, driving strategy, and optimizing performance. Oversee teams to achieve revenue goals, enhance productivity, and foster a high-performance cultur...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Drive equipment risk management by structuring and underwriting transactions, monitoring portfolios, and enhancing relationships. Contribute to business objectives through effective deal origination a...

Boston, MARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$175K - $225K *

Shape the future of enterprise technology by fostering strategic client relationships, driving growth through tailored solutions, and leading cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional service acro...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Drive growth in the Property & Casualty Insurance sector by spearheading innovative B2B payment strategies. Collaborate across teams to forge partnerships, enhance solutions, and lead transformative c...

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Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Join our dynamic Account Management Team to drive growth in the corporate occupier software market. Leverage your sales expertise to build lasting client relationships and uncover new opportunities wh...

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3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of the full sales cycle for retail accounts, driving growth through strategic relationships and insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to expand market presence and enhance c...

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5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the enhancement of Compliance Monitoring and Testing programs, ensuring regulatory alignment and effective risk management. Collaborate with stakeholders to improve operational efficiency and su...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Lead high-performance teams to drive operational excellence and profitable growth. Collaborate across functions to execute strategies that enhance customer experience and achieve company goals while d...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$220K - $260K *

Drive new business initiatives and lead a high-performing team to exceed sales targets. Develop innovative strategies, coach your team, and create a culture of success in a fast-paced, remote environm...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in optimizing top-of-funnel marketing operations, driving measurable pipeline growth through strategic planning, data governance, and team leadership. Collaborate with cross-functional...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $196K *

Lead the charge in driving profitable growth for DTC and Amazon sales across the Americas. Oversee a dynamic team, enhance customer experience, and execute strategic digital commerce initiatives to ac...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$140K - $190K *

Join a team that's pioneering maritime awareness solutions by leading commercial sales in diverse sectors. Own the end-to-end sales pipeline, identify target verticals, and shape strategies to drive s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate growth by driving revenue through strategic sales of a digital payment platform to insurance carriers. Engage with C-level executives to foster relationships that enhance long-term success...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $154K *

Shape the future of sales leadership by driving team performance, managing strategic partnerships, and fostering a culture of growth and accountability. Lead, coach, and execute on data-driven strateg...

Atlanta, GARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $170K *

Join a team that's driving strategic sales in TMS, WMS, and SaaS solutions. Lead initiatives to achieve sales targets, develop customer relationships, and promote innovative technology offerings while...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Champion strategic sales transformation by leveraging data and insights to drive growth, optimize operations, and enhance decision-making across a global sales organization. Collaborate with leadershi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Transform the Central Region's channel strategy by leading a high-performing team, driving revenue growth, and fostering strategic partnerships. Collaborate with executives to align goals and maximize...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving complex real estate transactions, managing high-profile portfolios, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver strategic solutions for corporate clients...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

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

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.