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 *

Lead the charge in developing and executing a comprehensive IT vendor management strategy, ensuring optimal value, minimizing risks, and fostering collaboration across IT and business stakeholders thr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$138K - $386K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional gross-to-net services for pharmaceutical clients. Oversee cross-functional teams, manage GTN forecasting, and drive business development while ensuring client...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$138K - $386K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional gross-to-net services for pharmaceutical clients. Oversee cross-functional teams, manage GTN forecasting, and drive business development initiatives to enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $131K *

Transform your career by leading lease administration for a large national real estate portfolio, ensuring data integrity, compliance, and operational excellence across diverse teams and systems...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to oversee operations across 6-8 multifamily communities, driving performance and resident satisfaction. Lead high-performing teams, implement strategies, and ensure compliance whi...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Pioneer operational excellence by leading a dynamic Distribution Team. Drive efficiency, enhance quality control, and foster employee development in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate across levels...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $215K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of creative operations, leading a dynamic team to enhance digital media campaigns. Drive efficiency, foster collaboration, and optimize workflows to meet evolving...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$182K - $291K *

Drive revenue growth by executing a sales strategy for SMEs across North America. Collaborate with partners to enhance payment solutions, manage relationships, and analyze market trends to maximize cl...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$126K - $176K *

Empower your career by managing project costs and fostering strong client relationships. Collaborate with diverse teams to drive successful tender processes and ensure transparent communication throug...

1 week ago

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

$126K - $176K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team that fosters collaboration and growth. Engage in cost management, support project success, and build lasting relationships while advancing your career in a v...

Birmingham, ALRemote

1 week ago

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

$126K - $160K *

Lead cost management efforts on diverse data center projects, overseeing bid processes, project expenditures, and dispute resolutions while fostering strong team and client relationships for optimal p...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's committed to delivering exceptional cash management solutions. As a leader, you'll drive client relationships, mentor a dynamic team, and implement strategies for growth while ensur...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $125K *

Lead and optimize inbound logistics operations, ensuring timely deliveries and cost control. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance shipment visibility and resolve issues, while developing...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Strategize and execute a comprehensive mass channel sales strategy, driving growth through partnerships with major retailers. Lead cross-functional teams to optimize product offerings and ensure opera...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Unlock the potential of denim product development by leading innovative processes, ensuring quality and cost efficiency, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to drive growth and margin perform...

Allenton, MOIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$233K - $330K *

Innovate strategies to enhance market adoption of AI solutions. Lead cross-functional teams to develop compelling value propositions and manage legacy program transitions, ensuring alignment with busi...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in managing a high-performing Account Management team, ensuring exceptional service delivery for corporate occupier accounts. Foster strong relationships with broker partners and clien...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Lead and develop a high-performing Account Management team, ensuring exceptional service delivery for corporate occupier accounts. Collaborate with broker partners to enhance operational efficiency an...

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Transform your career by leading a dynamic sales team focused on growth, customer success, and relationship building. Drive accountability and foster a culture of continuous improvement while achievin...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at our multi-site maintenance operations by leading teams, enhancing performance, and ensuring high-quality standards across communities in Indiana and Kentucky. Drive operational...

2 weeks ago

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

$170K - $200K *

Drive operational excellence and transformation initiatives across the organization. Collaborate with executive stakeholders to enhance performance, optimize processes, and implement scalable solution...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$170K - $200K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence and transformation initiatives, partnering with executives to enhance performance, optimize processes, and implement scalable solutions that drive growth and...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$200K - $230K *

Champion client relationships and operational excellence while overseeing a large Life Sciences portfolio. Lead a diverse team, manage P&L, and drive strategic initiatives to ensure client satisfactio...

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

$135K - $160K *

Lead the charge in financial planning and analysis by developing action-focused models and insights, ensuring alignment with business goals, and enhancing overall financial health for strategic growth...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Champion supply chain excellence by fostering deep supplier relationships, optimizing capacity, and driving automation. Lead engagement with manufacturers to meet the growing demands of complex indust...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.