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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$180K - $210K *

Lead the development of merchandising and commercial strategies to drive revenue and growth in the North American beverageware market. Collaborate cross-functionally and foster a high-performing team...

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

$148K - $175K *

Lead strategic initiatives and operational excellence across client portfolios, ensuring governance, performance management, and continuous improvement. Drive client satisfaction and financial account...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$148K - $175K *

Lead the charge in strategic portfolio governance and PMO operations, driving performance management, client satisfaction, and operational excellence across complex project portfolios while ensuring a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$140K - $210K *

Empower a dynamic team to deliver exceptional workplace experiences for a leading AI client. Oversee operations, manage client relationships, and ensure top-tier service standards while fostering a cu...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the buying strategy and execution for assigned categories, driving commercial performance through data-informed decisions and cross-functional collaboration. Develop a high-performing team while...

Reposted 6 days ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Provide leadership for dynamic distribution operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality in the movement and storage of materials. Collaborate across functions to drive continuous improvement...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in overseeing a large distribution operation, ensuring safe and efficient movement of materials. Drive operational excellence, safety standards, and continuous improvement while managi...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping strategic communications that enhance brand reputation, engage stakeholders, and support business objectives across multiple brands. Drive initiatives in public relations, e...

3 weeks ago

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

$225K - $325K *

Drive strategic transaction management across a vast global portfolio, leading cross-functional teams to deliver integrated solutions while optimizing client real estate strategies and ensuring operat...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $198K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing supply chain operations, enhancing inventory management, and driving continuous improvement. Lead cross-functional initiatives to achieve customer satisfacti...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team to lead leasing operations, drive business growth, and mentor agents. Build strong relationships in the NYC commercial real estate market while overseeing transactions and market s...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $105K *

Engage and lead a dynamic sales team to optimize strategies, enhance performance, and drive revenue growth. Collaborate with marketing and operations to refine sales processes and ensure effective tra...

5 days ago

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

$155K - $185K *

Unlock your potential as you design and operationalize strategic processes for commercial success, guiding sales and account management teams to enhance skills and boost effectiveness in a dynamic B2B...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $180K *

Shape the future of kidswear design by leading a creative team, developing innovative concepts, and collaborating with clients to deliver exceptional products that inspire and engage young audiences...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading a global Indirect Procurement team, driving strategic sourcing initiatives, and optimizing enterprise spend while fostering innovation and accountability across a comple...

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Staffing

$105K - $165K *

Drive sales growth for a leading portfolio in the Northeast, fostering key relationships across varied markets. Lead strategies to expand market share and customer adoption of innovative products whil...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Transform customer experiences by leading product management strategies, driving innovation, and mentoring top talent. Collaborate across teams to align product vision with business goals, ensuring qu...

6 days ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Strategize technology solutions to enhance supply chain operations, driving efficiency and innovation across manufacturing and distribution. Lead transformation initiatives while fostering collaborati...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $135K *

Elevate client partnerships by leading strategic initiatives, managing cross-channel teams, and driving growth for diverse accounts. Foster collaboration and deliver exceptional results while navigati...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $180K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team of loan officers, driving conversion rates, and enhancing lead channels. Collaborate with marketing to optimize outreach and apply innovative solutions to...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing affordable housing operations. Lead property management efforts, ensuring compliance, financial performance, and resident satisfaction while collaborating wit...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $240K *

Lead the charge in transforming global procurement and payment processes through innovative AI solutions, enhancing supplier experiences and operational efficiency while collaborating with finance and...

2 weeks ago

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

$160K - $240K *

Lead transformative initiatives in P2P processes, enhancing vendor onboarding and accounts payable. Collaborate with finance teams to drive automation and AI integration, ensuring compliance and impro...

2 weeks ago

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

$160K - $240K *

Join us to lead transformative P2P product strategies, enhancing procurement and payment processes globally. Collaborate with finance teams and vendors to drive AI integration, ensuring compliance and...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$160K - $185K *

Drive your career with a strategic role managing a sales team, fostering customer partnerships, and leveraging market insights to enhance business growth in the food industry. Your leadership will sha...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.