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 - $160K *

Join a team that's delivering innovative solutions in construction management for complex data center projects, ensuring safety, quality, and timely execution while leading a diverse on-site team acro...

Georgia, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $286K *

Champion product innovation by leading strategy, execution, and cross-functional collaboration for complex products, ensuring successful outcomes from discovery to market adoption while enhancing cust...

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Reposted today

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

$110K - $220K *

Optimize product strategy and execution to drive innovation and operational efficiency. Leverage data insights to mentor teams and align product roadmaps with business goals while overseeing end-to-en...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Reposted today

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

$143K - $286K *

Take ownership of innovative AI-driven onboarding solutions that enhance seller activation while safeguarding marketplace integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to tackle complex challenge...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive revenue growth by leading sales strategies, managing rep groups, and fostering distributor relationships to expand market share in the electrical distribution sector. Collaborate with internal t...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $105K *

Elevate client relationships by managing post-sale engagements, ensuring project success, and driving account growth. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver value and strengthen partnerships acros...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $120K *

Drive revenue growth by leading high-performing sales teams and executing strategic sales initiatives. This role combines leadership with deep expertise in performance marketing to achieve ambitious b...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$108K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage project costs, drive strategic initiatives, and foster relationships. Leverage your expertise in cost management to deliver value and support growth while mentoring o...

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1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate growth through strategic partnerships and channel development, driving revenue and cultivating long-term relationships with AV/IT resellers and integrators in a dynamic sales environment wi...

Nashville, TNRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $300K *

Transform the future of identity and access management by leading strategic initiatives, modernizing legacy systems, and ensuring compliance with evolving security standards. Drive operational effecti...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $165K *

Manage key account relationships and drive sales for high-performance flooring solutions. Collaborate with industry professionals and lead initiatives to position Neogard as a top choice in resinous f...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$94K - $119K *

Join a team that's driving growth in the e-Cigarette market by managing key accounts and developing strategic partnerships. Leverage your expertise to enhance brand presence in non-convenience channel...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining eye care! Lead sales initiatives, foster key relationships with eye care professionals, and drive the launch of innovative therapy while ensuring exceptional patient outc...

Portland, ORRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Drive measurable value for dealership customers by leveraging deep operational insights and platform expertise. Collaborate with stakeholders to assess performance, identify barriers, and create actio...

Texas, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $190K *

Drive the growth of our executive community by building innovative channels and systems. Collaborate with leadership to leverage proprietary data, enhance engagement, and create impactful content that...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$141K - $175K *

Pioneer compliance excellence by leading cybersecurity and data protection initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance regulatory frameworks and ensure adherence to technology-rela...

Des Moines, IARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$73K - $90K *

Unlock operational excellence by leading a dynamic Distribution Center team. Drive safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement while managing logistics, inventory, and employee development to achie...

West Palm Beach, FLRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Strategize and lead profitable growth across diverse retail channels by developing and executing brand, category, and account strategies that enhance customer relationships and drive successful produc...

Wisconsin, USRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Drive your career forward by leading client engagement and market development in Knowledge & Research Services. Build relationships, shape client needs, and oversee impactful programs while collaborat...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Elevate customer engagement by leading SaaS renewal strategies, fostering relationships, and driving growth through negotiation and operational excellence in a dynamic environment...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $118K *

Drive growth by building partnerships in Education, Government, and BSC sectors. Collaborate with distributors to deliver tailored solutions, enhance customer satisfaction, and leverage sector experti...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Provide strategic leadership and process management for a growing finance organization, overseeing monthly close processes, talent development, and system integrations while driving business initiativ...

Des Plaines, ILRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in driving growth through strategic paid media initiatives, managing a high-performing team, and optimizing campaigns across multiple channels to enhance customer acquisition and brand...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$83K - $138K *

Lead the charge in strategic HR initiatives across multiple districts, enhancing team performance and employee engagement. Drive talent development, manage employee relations, and ensure compliance wh...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

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

$185K - $256K *

Elevate the market growth strategy for biologics research, driving software adoption and AI use cases. Collaborate with global teams and engage with industry leaders to shape the future of molecular t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.