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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$100K - $120K *

Explore opportunities in AI sales by managing key accounts, conducting discovery, and collaborating with teams to deliver tailored solutions. Engage in direct leadership collaboration and represent th...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $205K *

Champion process excellence by identifying gaps and designing AI-powered workflows. Collaborate with teams to enhance commercial operations, ensuring continuous improvement and effective adoption of L...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$98K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of automotive insights by leading strategic research and client relationships across U.S. and Canadian markets. Elevate deliverables and drive innovation while me...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$117K - $160K *

Champion profitable growth by managing E&S commercial property and casualty underwriting. Leverage strong technical skills and relationships to assess risks, deliver competitive quotes, and optimize p...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $156K *

Empower a dynamic sales team to drive revenue growth by fostering relationships with enterprise accounts, leveraging your expertise in telecommunications and consultative selling to achieve ambitious...

Irvine, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $173K *

Lead quality and food safety initiatives across North America, ensuring compliance and audit readiness. Drive continuous improvement and operational excellence through technical expertise and collabor...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$75K - $110K *

Shape the financial landscape by driving month-end close processes, ensuring general ledger accuracy, and enhancing accounting practices in a dynamic, multi-revenue stream environment. Collaborate to...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Join a team that's driving transformation in insurance technology by leading complex SaaS programs. You'll ensure delivery excellence, manage risks, and enhance client confidence while shaping the fut...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $250K *

Champion operational excellence by supporting mechanical segment performance across regions. Collaborate with leadership to enhance execution discipline, drive improvements, and ensure effective trans...

Mclean, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $160K *

Shape the future of connectivity by leading strategic product initiatives that enhance integration capabilities across EDI, APIs, and RPA. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline partner...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $130K *

Manage construction projects for new builds and remodels, overseeing vendors and maintaining quality standards while ensuring timely delivery and adherence to budgets. Foster collaboration with stakeh...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$225K - $250K *

Unlock new client potential by leading financial advisory teams to acquire high-net-worth clients. Drive business growth through strategic marketing and relationship building, ensuring exceptional ser...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $100K *

Manage a dynamic Customer Support team, driving service quality and operational efficiency. Oversee daily operations, enhance performance metrics, and implement automation to elevate customer satisfac...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$117K - $189K *

Pioneer global Orexin development programs by driving project management efforts. Partner with the Global Team Leader to oversee cross-functional teams, manage critical activities, and ensure project...

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Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Drive enterprise sales by building relationships with large dealership groups. Identify opportunities, navigate complex decision-making processes, and collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailor...

Des Moines, IARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$65K - $116K *

Shape the future of our operations by managing multiple locations, ensuring exceptional customer service, and driving revenue growth through effective leadership and strategic initiatives...

Wisconsin, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $170K *

Drive project success by managing renovations and new store deliveries, engaging clients in design, and leading teams to ensure timely execution and financial tracking across multiple sites...

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1 week ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Join us as a strategic advisor, providing legal counsel on commercial contracts, AI products, and technology licensing. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive proactive solutions and support...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$130K - $150K *

Drive your career with a strategic role leading product vision and evolution in the Servicing domain. Transform customer interactions across policy management and claims, ensuring intuitive, scalable...

Minnesota, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of global transitions by leading complex initiatives that ensure seamless execution and operational readiness. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive strategy, governance, and risk ma...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in shaping Stedi's litigation strategy, driving affirmative disputes and regulatory actions to protect and expand our operational freedom in the healthcare sector. Collaborate with lea...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $140K *

Join a team that's driving growth in dental financing by managing key accounts, building relationships, and leveraging data to enhance practice performance. Your consultative approach will empower pra...

San Ramon, CARemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $157K *

Drive the vision and strategy for Sales and Service GTM systems, leading cross-functional initiatives and optimizing Salesforce technologies to enhance operational efficiency and modernize legacy syst...

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $150K *

Advance your career by leading a global team in revenue recognition and technical accounting. Drive policy development, ensure compliance, and partner with cross-functional teams to optimize financial...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$121K - $262K *

Join a dynamic team to drive client relationships and deliver tailored financial solutions. Lead business development strategies, oversee credit underwriting, and foster collaboration across departmen...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.