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 - $150K *

Drive sales strategies that secure new business and exceed revenue targets while leading a dynamic sales team to optimize performance and foster strong client relationships in a competitive market...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$125K - $150K *

Optimize cost management strategies by leading estimation and consulting services. Collaborate with clients and teams to ensure accurate budgeting, value engineering, and project delivery while drivin...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Tackle the complexities of warehouse and logistics technology. Lead strategy, optimize WMS solutions, and enhance supply chain efficiencies while fostering collaboration with stakeholders to support b...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$217K - $271K *

Optimize cross-functional program management for a global initiative, ensuring alignment across multiple teams and geographies. Drive execution, manage dependencies, and communicate effectively to del...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $110K *

Champion operational excellence by leading a team of Logistics Analysts to enhance customer satisfaction, drive account growth, and implement innovative strategies for Destination Management success...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to drive growth in the Natural Products channel, leading sales strategies for branded and private label offerings. Build key partnerships, manage accounts, and leverage market insi...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Transform franchise sales strategies by coaching and training owners to enhance customer acquisition and drive growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to develop impactful training programs and optimiz...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Drive the operational and financial success of a commercial office portfolio. Design strategies to maximize asset value, ensure tenant satisfaction, and oversee top-tier property management operations...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in strategic risk management, ensuring compliance and protecting assets through effective policies, assessments, and collaboration across departments to enhance operational integrity a...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$180K - $190K *

Join a team that's driving strategic commercial initiatives to enhance supplier relationships and revenue growth. Lead cross-functional collaboration to implement scalable programs that deliver value...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$165K - $185K *

Unlock your potential by leading integrated facilities management for a pharmaceutical portfolio. Drive operational excellence, manage budgets, and foster strong client relationships while overseeing...

Raynham, MARemote

1 week ago

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

$165K - $185K *

Discover the opportunity to lead integrated facilities management for a pharmaceutical portfolio, overseeing operations, compliance, and financial performance while fostering strong stakeholder relati...

1 week ago

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

$155K - $170K *

Transform operations by leading critical support functions for property management teams. Drive efficiency, establish KPIs, and enhance tech integration while fostering collaboration across department...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$71K - $89K *

Optimize branch performance by leading teams, driving sales, and ensuring customer satisfaction while maintaining operational excellence and strategic planning for growth and development...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$72K - $96K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic sales team to exceed targets, enhance guest engagement, and drive operational excellence while fostering a high-performance culture and ensuring top-tier custo...

3 weeks ago

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

$115K - $173K *

Drive operational excellence by leading OSD manufacturing, ensuring safety, compliance, and productivity. Foster high-performing teams and cross-functional collaboration to achieve business objectives...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$75K - $125K *

Elevate your career by joining a dynamic marketing team that drives growth through innovative campaigns and data-driven strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize marketing efforts and enh...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in cultivating a high-performance sales culture by inspiring and developing a diverse team of Account Managers. Drive engagement and retention while achieving regional KPIs through str...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Empower a diverse team of Account Managers to achieve regional KPIs through strategic coaching, performance management, and effective collaboration, fostering a high-performance culture that drives en...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a role focused on developing a high-performance sales team, guiding strategy execution, and achieving business targets while fostering a culture of collaboration and trust within...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $192K *

Join us to manage client relationships and drive project success in the biopharma sector. You'll oversee contractual obligations, ensure customer satisfaction, and lead cross-functional teams to deliv...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$185K - $308K *

Transform the delivery of high-impact capital projects in life sciences, overseeing engineering, design, and construction from inception to completion while ensuring compliance and quality in a collab...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing asset protection strategies and reducing losses. Lead initiatives across retail and e-commerce, leveraging advanced analytics and technology to drive efficien...

2 weeks ago

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

$82K - $123K *

Drive sales growth and channel excellence in California by managing distributor relationships and influencing demand for innovative graphic films. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve re...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by leading cross-functional projects to ensure timely product launches and effective inventory management. Drive collaboration across teams to enhance operational efficiency and ac...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

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.