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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$125K - $212K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance online shopping experiences by leading digital merchandising strategies, utilizing data insights, and collaborating across departments to drive sales and customer satisf...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate marketing strategies by leading a dynamic team to drive brand awareness, generate leads, and support business growth in the real estate sector. Collaborate across departments to optimize campa...

3 weeks ago

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

$185K - $278K *

Elevate product innovation by leading a high-performing team to drive Own Brands strategies, ensuring financial success and market relevance across a diverse portfolio generating $5 billion in sales w...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Drive new business growth by leveraging your expertise in Workers' Compensation and IME. Build strong relationships with key stakeholders and deliver tailored solutions to meet client needs, while exp...

Rochester, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Lead, develop, and scale a high-performing sales team to drive revenue and growth in SMB and Mid-Market sectors, implementing strategies that enhance productivity and customer engagement while fosteri...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Accelerate progress at a multi-property portfolio, driving financial and operational success. Lead and develop property management teams while maintaining strong ownership relationships and accountabi...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion new business growth by identifying opportunities in the Workers' Compensation and IME sectors. Build strong relationships with key stakeholders and drive sales success through strategic prese...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $251K *

Shape the future of brand marketing by leading global strategies, driving consumer engagement, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to create innovative marketing plans that resonate with dive...

1 week ago

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

$180K - $220K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of enterprise sales strategy. Lead multi-year growth initiatives, drive new-business acquisition, and influence executive-level decisions to enhance market positi...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$180K - $220K *

Shape the future of enterprise sales by developing and executing a multi-year growth strategy, driving new-business initiatives, and leading senior sales leadership to achieve top-line revenue and pro...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Transportation

$155K - $220K *

Lead the charge in strategic financial leadership for a $0.6B DSD business, partnering with cross-functional teams to drive growth, enhance performance, and deliver actionable insights that strengthen...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $135K *

Leverage your established CRE relationships to drive business growth, accelerate deal cycles, and close multi-site partnerships across key U.S. markets. Collaborate with internal teams to refine strat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Champion retail commerce strategies by leading complex marketplace initiatives, optimizing ad spend, and driving revenue growth across major platforms. Collaborate with a dynamic team to solve challen...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Empower brands by leading retail commerce strategies across major platforms. Drive revenue growth, optimize ad spend, and mentor a dynamic team in a hands-on role that tackles complex retail challenge...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Oversee retail commerce strategies across major platforms, driving revenue growth and optimizing ad spend. Collaborate with a seasoned team to solve complex retail challenges and mentor emerging speci...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$105K - $115K *

Lead financial pricing strategies and support sales operations through analytical insights, forecasting, and continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize mar...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Drive your career with strategic leadership in hospitality sales, focusing on revenue growth, team development, and market expansion. Collaborate with diverse partners and lead initiatives that enhanc...

4 weeks ago

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

$145K - $165K *

Empower our audit team by leading the internal control program, ensuring compliance with SOX, and enhancing operational efficiency. Collaborate with senior leaders to assess risks and mentor junior st...

1 week ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Lead the development and execution of retail sales strategies to enhance revenue, profitability, and market share. Build relationships with major retail accounts and collaborate with internal teams to...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Champion client relationships and optimize pharmaceutical distribution projects, leveraging extensive industry expertise to deliver high-quality solutions and insights while managing multiple accounts...

Florida, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in business development by generating new accounts and expanding existing client relationships across North America, focusing on digital asset solutions and driving revenue growth thro...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $120K *

Empower strategic growth by leading paid search initiatives across retail media networks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize performance, deliver insights, and ensure client satisfact...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Drive strategic relationships and deliver tailored solutions to enhance customer engagement and business growth in the freight forwarding and logistics sector, while navigating various transportation...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing product management by leveraging AI and data analytics to optimize inventory, enhance vendor relationships, and drive profitability across automotive categories in a...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic procurement and asset management initiatives, collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize inventory, fleet, and equipment operations while ensuring alignment with financial a...

1 week 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.