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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$95K - $115K *

Optimize complex property tax consulting for M&A transactions, delivering strategic insights and solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance client value and drive impactful results...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$147K - $217K *

Lead transformative analytics initiatives in life sciences, driving innovation and client success. Mentor teams, enhance measurement standards, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver actionable...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $169K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic startup by driving commercial agreements and managing risk. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support growth while gaining hands-on experience in a fast-paced...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Champion business growth by leading planning, forecasting, and pipeline development. Drive sales compensation strategies and enhance customer delivery processes while fostering a high-performing team...

Dallas, TXRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$131K - $155K *

Drive regional website strategy for multiple international markets. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance user experience, support AEO/SEO initiatives, and manage web performance metrics. Lead exp...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $190K *

Empower innovation at the intersection of technology and law. Guide product, engineering, and compliance teams in navigating regulatory landscapes and mitigating risks related to AI and machine learni...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Reimagine the landscape of regulatory compliance by guiding the development and implementation of extended producer responsibility programs, ensuring adherence to statutory requirements while collabor...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Unlock the potential of enterprise learning by leading a dynamic training function. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and implement effective onboarding and development programs that a...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading clinical reimbursement strategies across skilled nursing facilities, ensuring compliance and optimal performance through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhan...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $200K *

Advance logistics operations across North America by leading warehousing, transportation, and compliance initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance efficiency, drive improvements...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $135K *

Lead the charge in developing and implementing global safety standards and compliance initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to foster a proactive safety culture, ensuring the health and...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$168K - $231K *

Drive transformation by partnering with cross-functional teams to design and implement effective product operations, ensuring alignment with strategic goals and enhancing organizational effectiveness...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Support the future of facility management by overseeing maintenance, budgeting, and safety programs. Drive operational efficiency and ensure compliance with regulations while managing subcontractor se...

Prince George, BCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$190K - $220K *

Drive your career by leading a global trade compliance program, ensuring adherence to international regulations while enhancing governance and operational efficiency across a complex business landscap...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$79K - $100K *

Elevate your career by overseeing global expense and corporate card programs. Manage operations, enhance compliance, and drive strategic initiatives to improve efficiency and employee experience acros...

Milwaukee, WIRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$93K - $110K *

Discover innovative asset protection strategies across multiple retail locations, leading a dedicated team to reduce shrink and enhance operational excellence through data-driven insights and collabor...

Indianapolis, INRemote

3 days ago

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

$200K - $300K *

Pioneer sustainable growth by leading sales teams, driving revenue, and enhancing talent development in a dedicated geography. Collaborate with leadership to optimize strategies and achieve performanc...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$204K - $240K *

Shape the future of trust services by leading strategic initiatives, managing partnerships, and driving revenue growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance client experiences and delive...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$152K - $226K *

Champion financial integrity by leading the controllership function, ensuring compliance and accuracy in reporting, and driving operational performance across teams in a regulated banking environment...

Utah, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Empower your career as a sales leader in the hospitality sector, driving new business development and building strong client relationships in the coffee and beverage industry. Join a dynamic team focu...

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1 week ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Drive growth as a senior leader in business development, managing teams and strategies to acquire new clients. Collaborate with marketing and operations to maximize opportunities and achieve ambitious...

Illinois, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to drive operational enhancements for private equity clients, leveraging your expertise in GovCon and financial planning. Lead engagements, mentor talent, and develop innovative so...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $100K *

Develop strategic customer relationships and expand international presence by acquiring new enterprise clients and nurturing existing accounts in the pharmaceutical and life sciences sectors...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Engage with new business opportunities to drive growth and market share in the South-Central U.S. Collaborate with teams to launch solutions, manage customer relationships, and achieve sales targets w...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $150K *

Unlock potential by overseeing project operations and client relationships, driving growth through strategic partnerships and best practices. Lead teams to achieve business goals while ensuring high s...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.