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 - $150K *

Lead the creation and management of SKU-intensive sales forecasts, adapting to trends to optimize inventory levels and minimize stock issues while fostering strong cross-functional relationships in a...

3 weeks ago

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

$140K - $160K *

Transform credit management by leading a dynamic team, fostering relationships with small business owners, and driving strategic initiatives to meet sales and credit targets in a collaborative environ...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate progress at a premier facility by leading operations, ensuring high-quality care, managing budgets, and fostering a safe environment for residents and staff while achieving company standard...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Lead operations in property management, overseeing portfolio performance and team development. Drive strategic initiatives and ensure compliance within an affordable housing context while optimizing o...

4 weeks ago

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

$250K - $360K *

Elevate your career by driving strategic account growth and fostering executive relationships. Leverage your expertise in AI and cloud solutions to deliver measurable value and expand client partnersh...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$250K - $360K *

Unlock strategic account growth by engaging senior stakeholders and driving AI transformation. Collaborate with internal teams to expand client partnerships and deliver measurable business value while...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower your career by leading commercial strategies in the construction sector. Drive best practices, manage risks, and foster stakeholder relationships while mentoring a high-performing team to achi...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $140K *

Empower growth by driving enterprise sales in healthcare, building executive relationships, and executing strategic account plans to secure large, complex opportunities while collaborating across team...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $280K *

Champion the future of global retail by leading a $100M portfolio, driving growth and innovation while managing a diverse team. Shape strategies, enhance performance, and build influential relationshi...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$250K - $280K *

Drive the strategic growth of a $100M global retail portfolio, leading a team of 80. Shape vision, enhance commercial performance, and foster innovation to elevate market leadership and achieve ambiti...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $210K *

Champion the omnichannel fulfillment strategy, connecting customer demand with operational execution to enhance the customer experience across all channels. Lead a cross-functional team to drive perfo...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$180K - $210K *

Join a team that's redefining omnichannel fulfillment strategy, connecting customer demand with operational excellence. Lead a high-performing team to enhance inventory management and drive seamless c...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$163K - $200K *

Lead the charge in transforming Integrated Facilities Management through strategic product ownership, aligning technology and operations to enhance service delivery and drive measurable results across...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate your career by leading a dynamic sales team to drive IT security solutions. Collaborate with clients and partners to enhance sales strategies, mentor talent, and achieve regional objectives...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $210K *

Pioneer the logistics strategy and execution, ensuring cost-effective, high-quality delivery across all channels. Lead provider relationships, optimize operations, and drive performance metrics to enh...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Champion global sales excellence by driving standardization, processes, and capabilities across teams. Elevate performance through strategic planning and execution, acting as a trusted partner to sale...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$140K - $160K *

Tackle strategic operations for our Product & Engineering teams, enhancing methodologies, traceability, and executive visibility. Lead process improvements while managing a direct report, ensuring han...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer construction oversight by translating design into execution. Manage drawings, permitting, and quality assurance efforts to ensure superior results meet high standards and deliver an exceptiona...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform the US retail landscape for a leading confectionery brand by driving strategic account management and optimizing listings across grocery and specialty channels. Collaborate with teams to ens...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$140K - $190K *

Shape the future of our merchandising strategy by leading assortment planning, driving revenue growth, and collaborating cross-functionally to enhance product offerings in intimate apparel, swimwear...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $180K *

Champion the GMV success for top brand partners by fostering executive relationships, driving commercial strategies, and prioritizing growth opportunities. Engage in high-stakes negotiations and colla...

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

$100K - $146K *

Lead the charge in developing high-performing retail teams across multiple locations, driving sales and operational excellence while fostering a positive culture and exceptional customer experiences...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $146K *

Unlock potential by leading a district of retail stores to achieve sales and operational excellence. Drive team development, foster a positive culture, and implement strategic initiatives to enhance c...

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Elevate the financial strategy of our GTM engine by leading revenue forecasting, budgeting, and ROI analysis. Collaborate with C-suite executives to drive growth and ensure financial discipline across...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Lead the design and execution of commercial transformation initiatives across multiple channels. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish measurable outcomes and drive continuous improveme...

4 weeks ago

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

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.