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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$140K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading client relationships and cross-functional teams to deliver innovative product strategies and solutions. Drive growth and operational excellence while mentoring talent in a...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role leading warehouse operations, ensuring efficient inventory management and distribution in a fast-paced environment while supervising a talented team to achieve ope...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in enhancing kitchen equipment category strategies while forging supplier relationships and optimizing sourcing for restaurants. Drive growth, efficiency, and collaborative initiatives...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in aftermarket parts and services, driving strategy, growth, and operational excellence. Empower a high-performing team to enhance customer experience and achieve revenue targets while...

Today

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate the aftermarket business by leading a dynamic team to enhance customer satisfaction, drive growth, and implement innovative strategies that ensure operational excellence and profitability...

2 weeks ago

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

$128K - $213K *

Lead a high-performing team at a cutting-edge manufacturing facility, driving excellence in safety, quality, and productivity while leveraging advanced technologies and fostering a culture of continuo...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$92K - $138K *

Take ownership of product life cycles, driving strategy from concept to market while collaborating across teams to enhance growth and profitability. Engage with market trends to ensure effective posit...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $215K *

Lead digital activation strategies for clients, ensuring integrated campaigns are executed and optimized. Collaborate with teams to drive growth, manage investments, and deliver measurable results whi...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$126K - $188K *

Champion the future of real estate asset management by leading a dynamic team, enhancing loan servicing processes, and ensuring compliance while fostering strong vendor and borrower relationships...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$156K - $198K *

Lead end-to-end supply chain operations, driving strategic initiatives in process improvement, compliance, and supplier management to enhance efficiency and support business growth across global manuf...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $190K *

Deliver high-impact creative projects by managing workflows, timelines, and stakeholder collaboration. Oversee in-store signage production and ensure quality execution across teams, driving efficiency...

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $190K *

Transform creative operations by leading project workflows, managing timelines, and ensuring high-quality production of in-store signage and marketing materials. Collaborate with cross-functional team...

3 weeks ago

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

$123K - $153K *

Unlock your potential by leading procurement strategies, optimizing supplier relationships, and driving cost efficiencies. Mentor a dynamic team while collaborating with senior management to enhance o...

Markham, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$150K - $180K *

Lead multifamily transactions from sourcing to closing, ensuring disciplined execution and strategic alignment across teams. Drive outcomes through strong negotiation, relationship management, and a r...

RemoteRemote

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Oversee the strategic management of Line Stores and inventory functions, ensuring alignment with operational needs while maintaining compliance with aviation regulations and promoting safety and quali...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in shaping Triumph's retail strategy, launching stores, kiosks, and vending machines while managing P&L and building partnerships to enhance the collector experience...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing warehouse operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and profitability while fostering strong customer relationships and driving business development initiatives...

5 days ago

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

$194K - $329K *

Drive transformative real estate strategies as a Senior Director, shaping growth in consulting. Collaborate with clients to enhance performance and lead innovative initiatives in a rapidly evolving in...

1 week ago

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

$101K - $163K *

Create and optimize supply chain strategies to enhance inventory management, drive cost efficiency, and ensure customer satisfaction. Collaborate across departments to streamline processes and lead co...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $171K *

Transform operations by assisting in daily management, budget implementation, and ensuring high performance standards. Lead branch staff to deliver exceptional service while maintaining compliance wit...

2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $171K *

Empower operational excellence by assisting in branch management, ensuring profitability, and leading staff to deliver high performance and guest satisfaction in a dynamic restaurant environment...

2 weeks ago

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

$140K - $180K *

Accelerate growth by leading a dynamic sales team, managing key agency relationships, and driving strategic initiatives to exceed fiscal objectives while fostering innovation and collaboration across...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by managing complex real estate transactions for corporate clients. Lead site selections, financial analyses, and negotiations while coordinating multiple stakeholders to drive succes...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform real estate transactions by managing complex portfolios, leading negotiations, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver strategic solutions for corporate clients...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

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

$95K - $135K *

Champion growth by leveraging established relationships in commercial real estate to drive multi-site partnerships, accelerate deal cycles, and enhance tenant experiences across key U.S. markets...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

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.