Director, Store Operations Jobs

Discover Director, Store Operations jobs for experienced retail leaders ready to shape performance across stores, regions, or business units. These senior roles focus on operational strategy, consistent customer experiences, team development, and profitable growth. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, helping you find high-level store operations leadership roles that match your experience.

What Does a Director of Store Operations Do?

A Director of Store Operations translates company strategy into effective day-to-day execution across retail locations. Responsibilities may include setting operating standards, improving sales and service, managing labor and expenses, overseeing store openings or remodels, and partnering with merchandising, supply chain, finance, and human resources. The scope varies by company, from a focused portfolio to a large multi-region organization.

Qualifications and Experience

Employers often seek substantial retail leadership experience, including success leading multiple stores, districts, or regions. Candidates may bring expertise in workforce planning, budgeting, inventory, safety and compliance, customer experience, and performance analytics. Strong communication, change management, and coaching skills are also valuable, as directors must align field teams and corporate stakeholders around shared goals.

Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation depends on company size, industry, geographic scope, and the role’s responsibilities. Director-level positions commonly combine a base salary with performance incentives or other benefits. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so you can explore opportunities aligned with senior-level retail operations experience.

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Search current openings, compare role requirements, and identify opportunities that fit your leadership background. Use Ladders to explore high-paying Director, Store Operations jobs and take the next step in your retail leadership career.

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$120K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at a large-scale automation project as the executive leader driving end-to-end delivery, ensuring scope, schedule, and quality align with customer expectations and business objecti...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $95K *

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St. Cloud, MNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$115K - $185K *

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United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$182K - $247K *

Join a team that's redefining operational excellence in healthcare. Lead a diverse team to streamline utilization management processes, enhance technology integration, and drive measurable improvement...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $210K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $200K *

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

$145K - $175K *

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

$110K - $130K *

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Tampa, FLRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

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West Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$112K - $143K *

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Akron, OHRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

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Quebec, CARemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $95K *

Empower a high-performing team by leading daily operations and ensuring exceptional customer experiences in a dynamic collision center environment while achieving key performance indicators and mainta...

Tennessee, USRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in regional operations management, driving customer satisfaction and inspiring teams across multiple locations in the fire and life safety industry. Take ownership of operational excel...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$155K - $195K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$170K - $179K *

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$81K - $138K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$162K - $243K *

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $220K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$115K - $192K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$84K - $114K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$188K - $259K *

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4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $150K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $260K *

Engage with us to lead membership strategy, driving growth and retention while enhancing member experiences. Collaborate across teams to deliver measurable outcomes and develop future leaders in a dyn...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 week ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Store Operations do?question toggle

    A Director of Store Operations leads execution across retail locations, setting operating standards and improving sales, customer experience, labor efficiency, and profitability. The role often includes overseeing multi-store teams and coordinating with corporate departments.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Director, Store Operations jobs?question toggle

    Many employers look for extensive retail management experience, a track record leading multiple locations or regions, and strengths in budgeting, workforce planning, performance analysis, and team development. Requirements vary by organization.

  • How much do Director of Store Operations jobs pay?question toggle

    Pay varies based on employer, location, company size, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, including senior retail operations roles.

  • Where can I find Director, Store Operations jobs?question toggle

    You can explore Director, Store Operations openings on Ladders, where you can review vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more and find opportunities suited to your experience.