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 the procurement strategy and execution, leading supplier negotiations and managing enterprise spend. Collaborate with leadership to align procurement with business goals while building a high-pe...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as you manage complex categories, drive strategic insights, and enhance relationships with key stakeholders. Utilize advanced analytics to optimize performance and lead impactful c...

3 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Empower enterprise-wide inventory planning and demand forecasting, optimizing sales and profitability. Lead cross-functional teams to develop innovative strategies that enhance product availability an...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's driving global commercial operations, managing pipeline visibility, contract governance, and market intelligence. This senior-level role influences cross-functional initiatives, ens...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$145K - $195K *

Reimagine financial leadership by driving strategic planning and analysis to support a fast-growing organization. Collaborate across teams to deliver insights that enhance decision-making and foster i...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing service department operations, ensuring quality repairs and exceptional customer service while driving financial performance through structured processes and accountabili...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $125K *

Lead the charge in creative marketing, driving innovative campaigns that enhance visibility and engagement for film releases. Oversee production, strategy, and team management to ensure cohesive brand...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$230K - $260K *

Reimagine product marketing by leading strategy, positioning, and go-to-market initiatives. Collaborate with executives to drive growth and differentiation in the market while building a high-performi...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Own the strategy for promotional and loyalty capabilities to enhance user engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive targeted campaigns, ensuring effective lifecycle management while...

4 weeks ago

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

$155K - $165K *

Lead the operational success of a diverse portfolio, enhancing financial performance and client relations while mentoring teams and driving business development in the multifamily industry...

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

$150K - $200K *

Lead the charge in retail asset management, overseeing complex portfolios while executing strategic growth initiatives, enhancing leasing decisions, and collaborating with teams to drive long-term ass...

4 weeks ago

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

$125K - $226K *

Optimize warehouse operations by providing strategic direction and support to achieve performance goals, enhance customer service, and drive process improvements while ensuring compliance with safety...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $226K *

Elevate operations by providing strategic direction and support for a medium-sized warehouse, ensuring compliance with safety standards while driving performance and customer satisfaction through effe...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of financial strategy in a dynamic studio. As a key partner to leadership, you'll drive forecasting, budgeting, and profitability analysis, ensuring informed deci...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $125K *

Drive portfolio success by leading and mentoring Property Managers, optimizing operations, and enhancing marketing strategies while ensuring compliance and effective communication with stakeholders...

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

$135K - $150K *

Champion operational excellence by leading multi-store teams, driving performance, and enhancing customer experiences across regions. Collaborate with cross-functional partners to achieve financial an...

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

$160K - $190K *

Join a team that's redefining transportation operations by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing logistics networks, and driving compliance for high-value goods. Leverage your expertise to enhance...

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3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by leading strategic sales initiatives that enhance revenue and market presence in a dynamic hospitality environment dedicated to exceptional guest experiences and fostering stro...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in optimizing a multi-modal transportation network, managing a substantial budget and a team of 50+. Drive strategic partnerships, ensure compliance, and innovate logistics solutions f...

3 weeks ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Strategize and lead comprehensive transportation operations, managing a large budget and a team of 50+. Drive innovation, optimize logistics, and ensure compliance while exceeding performance metrics...

3 weeks ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Drive strategic transportation operations, overseeing a large budget and team. Lead parcel and van networks, ensuring compliance and exceptional service. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance logi...

3 weeks ago

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

$160K - $190K *

Lead the future of transportation operations by optimizing a multi-modal network, managing a substantial budget, and driving compliance. Oversee a dedicated team to ensure high-quality delivery of lux...

3 weeks ago

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

$145K - $195K *

Champion strategic supplier relationships and lead a high-performing sourcing team to optimize procurement processes, drive cost efficiencies, and deliver insights that shape category strategies acros...

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

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in establishing a robust Data Trust framework to ensure enterprise data is credible, protected, and effectively governed. Collaborate across departments to drive data stewardship, enha...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Shape operational excellence in revenue strategy, driving commercial performance and collaboration across a dynamic sports and entertainment portfolio. Lead project management and CRM initiatives to e...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.