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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$70K - $150K *

Develop strategic business relationships to drive revenue growth and enhance customer satisfaction. Utilize market insights to create tailored business plans and ensure profitable account management w...

United StatesRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Drive business success by managing customer relationships and achieving sales goals. Collaborate with teams to enhance market presence and leverage insights for strategic growth in the natural channel...

Livermore, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $125K *

Join a team where you will drive strategic planning and enhance operational frameworks to optimize performance and foster collaboration across departments, contributing to transformative solutions and...

California, USRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $160K *

Transform the customer experience by leading a diverse team across multiple districts, focusing on sales performance, operational excellence, and talent development to drive profitability and ensure c...

Minnesota, USRemote

4 days ago

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

$157K - $252K *

Drive growth by leading the product strategy for merchant acquisition, enhancing onboarding experiences, and optimizing sales funnels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and leverage...

Arlington, VARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $260K *

Transform enterprise ecosystems by leading product strategy for Direct Imports and Cross Border. Drive modernization, connect business and technology, and enhance global commerce capabilities through...

Bentonville, ARRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$180K - $230K *

Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing processes through effective management of the Automation and Controls team, ensuring strategic alignment with innovation initiatives while fostering a cultu...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading product operations, enhancing processes, and driving AI adoption. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize product delivery and analytics, ensuring seamless c...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

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

$145K - $170K *

Shape the future of our Inside Sales team by driving revenue growth and enhancing customer relationships. Lead with strategic vision while coaching representatives to deliver tailored, technology-enab...

Swedesboro, NJRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving growth and building strategic partnerships in the financial sector. Leverage your B2B enterprise sales expertise to develop market strategies and own revenue targets while f...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$75K - $95K *

Help us shape the future of digital advertising by leading a team in delivering programmatic campaign excellence and leveraging data-driven insights to meet client objectives across various channels...

New York, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Drive enterprise-level sales by leading strategic initiatives with major grocery retailers. Leverage industry expertise to shape sales strategies, close complex deals, and deepen relationships, ultima...

Central, SCRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $128K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing supply chain processes and ensuring timely delivery of quality goods. Manage vendor relationships, analyze inventory data, and lead a team to drive efficienc...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Empower the future of AI-driven digital products by leading strategy, portfolio management, and cross-functional collaboration to enhance user experiences and drive measurable business impact across d...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$203K - $280K *

Empower your career by leading U.S. trade and distribution strategies in oncology and rare diseases. Drive operational excellence and partner with cross-functional teams to ensure product availability...

Waltham, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Drive enterprise growth by managing relationships and closing high-value deals. Collaborate cross-functionally to create sales strategies that meet customer needs, while contributing to defining the G...

Toronto, ONRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $115K *

Explore a strategic leadership role focused on developing omnichannel engagement strategies that connect media, analytics, and customer experiences, driving measurable outcomes for healthcare brands a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $250K *

Shape the future of compliance at our dynamic organization while driving risk oversight, managing external relationships, and guiding teams to meet complex regulatory requirements across insurance ope...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $114K *

Help us engage and develop relationships with Residential Generator Dealers to drive sales in your territory, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure operational success and dealer s...

Kohler, WIRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic planning and execution for substation operations, ensuring safety, quality, and financial objectives are met. Lead high-performing teams and manage subcontractor relationships across l...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's redefining forensics and collections globally. Lead a skilled team, enhance operational efficiency, and drive client engagement while ensuring compliance and defensibility across re...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$120K - $140K *

Join a team that drives growth and profitability by managing relationships with mid-tier brand partners, balancing multiple priorities, and helping brands seize opportunities in resale for maximum GMV...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$202K - $213K *

Lead a dynamic team of product marketers to shape the future of advertising strategies, ensuring seamless product launches and cohesive messaging that drives market leadership and enhances advertiser...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$203K - $214K *

Transform the Ads ecosystem by leading a team of product marketers to create cohesive go-to-market strategies, ensuring seamless product launches and a strong narrative that drives advertiser engageme...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform enterprise client relationships by leading revenue growth, strategic account management, and team development. Collaborate with senior leadership to enhance upsell opportunities and ensure c...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.