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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$110K - $130K *

Lead the Retail Distribution team to drive sales growth by developing new accounts and nurturing existing relationships. Utilize your expertise to deliver impactful presentations and collaborate effec...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$93K - $104K *

Drive the growth of physical sales in Canada by managing key retail partnerships, maximizing revenue, and executing strategic campaigns. Collaborate with leadership to refine strategies and leverage p...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$161K - $190K *

Drive operational excellence by leading project controls delivery across diverse accounts. Engage with clients at an executive level, ensuring service quality and scalability while developing manageri...

4 days ago

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

$89K - $134K *

Shape the future of aerospace sales by driving strategic initiatives and managing key accounts. Partner with major manufacturers to fuel growth in OEM and aftermarket sectors while navigating complex...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$89K - $134K *

Champion strategic sales initiatives to expand OEM business with aerospace leaders. Manage key customer relationships, drive growth, and negotiate long-term agreements while collaborating with teams a...

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$125K - $150K *

Shape the financial strategy by owning P&L for stores and omnichannel, driving revenue growth, managing expenses, and leading partnerships with operations to enhance profitability and performance acro...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive project excellence by leading a team of Project Managers to deliver retail construction projects efficiently, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives, quality standards, and client requirem...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Manage procurement strategy and operations, overseeing supplier relationships, category plans, and purchasing teams to optimize spend and ensure compliance across multiple sites while supporting produ...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$170K - $190K *

Manage the DTC channel's growth and profitability, overseeing P&L, acquisition budgets, and customer retention strategies. Collaborate across teams to optimize the full funnel from acquisition to repe...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $120K *

Lead and optimize distribution center operations, ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and safety. Drive performance through strategic planning, team development, and cross-functional collaboration to suppo...

2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in optimizing distribution operations across multiple sites, driving safety, efficiency, and employee development while fostering a culture of continuous improvement aligned with organ...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$111K - $129K *

Engage in strategic leadership to drive sales and operational excellence, guiding a diverse team of 70-100 members. Foster a culture of hospitality and accountability while ensuring exceptional guest...

3 weeks ago

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

$115K - $140K *

Shape the future of film acquisitions by negotiating deals and assessing market opportunities, collaborating with finance and creative teams to drive strategies that align with studio goals and enhanc...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Elevate land conservation efforts by leading real estate transactions, negotiating agreements, and managing project budgets. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to secure funding and drive successfu...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$101K - $165K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance retail inventory operations, driving efficiency and minimizing loss. Lead strategy and execution for in-store logistics, technology integration, and team development to...

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Reposted today

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

$157K - $205K *

Empower client success by leading cross-functional teams to deliver strategic, data-driven solutions in commercial operations, focusing on incentive compensation and go-to-market strategies while fost...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Elevate enterprise-wide strategic initiatives to optimize portfolio performance and capital allocation across a national industrial real estate platform, ensuring alignment with long-term growth objec...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Lead the delivery of theatrical titles, ensuring seamless collaboration across teams. Manage client relationships and drive excellence from scripting to screen, while navigating tight deadlines and hi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Lead and coordinate business development, customer relations, and quality management activities to enhance private pay services, ensuring operational excellence and growth in a dynamic healthcare envi...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Optimize operational performance across multiple remote locations. Lead strategic initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and service. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Transform operational excellence across multiple remote locations by leading strategic initiatives, enhancing productivity, and driving continuous improvement in service quality and performance metric...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Shape operational excellence across multiple remote locations by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing performance, and driving continuous improvement in service, productivity, and quality. Collab...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$220K - $240K *

Transform the luxury market landscape by driving new business and expanding partnerships. Collaborate with creative teams to deliver tailored solutions while achieving ambitious revenue targets in a d...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that oversees the operations of Food & Nutrition Services in an acute care setting. Drive service excellence through efficient foodservice management, promote team development, and enhance...

Reposted today

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

$120K - $180K *

Drive new business growth by identifying opportunities and expanding client relationships in the Critical Power/UPS market. Lead the sales lifecycle, collaborate across teams, and develop tailored sol...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.