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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$90K - $120K *

Empower our brand by driving in-store execution, building relationships, and enhancing customer experiences across key accounts. Collaborate with teams to optimize sales and training while ensuring br...

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3 weeks ago

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

$81K - $135K *

Support enterprise merchants by enhancing their experience, driving growth, and fostering strategic relationships. Collaborate with teams to optimize performance and deliver exceptional value while ma...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $152K *

Drive operational excellence by enhancing performance across safety, quality, and cost metrics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement improvements, standardize practices, and build capa...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$120K - $150K *

Transform financial operations by leading a dynamic team, ensuring accurate reporting, and driving strategic decisions that enhance value and growth in a fast-paced healthcare environment. Partner clo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in financial strategy and analysis, partnering with business leaders to drive performance insights, build robust models, and support strategic decisions in a fast-paced, innovative env...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Transform financial strategy by partnering with leaders to drive insights, build robust models, and support key decisions. Leverage your expertise in finance to enhance performance and shape the futur...

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2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $130K *

Pioneer innovative programmatic strategies and lead cross-functional teams to enhance digital advertising capabilities, driving growth and optimizing performance through data-driven insights and stron...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$134K - $306K *

Drive strategic initiatives and lead cross-functional teams to deliver exceptional customer engagement and project execution, ensuring alignment with scientific, operational, and financial goals while...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$121K - $170K *

Advance your career by leading physical security solutions, driving operational excellence, and fostering team development. Collaborate across functions to enhance client outcomes and achieve strategi...

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$173K - $288K *

Empower growth and relationships in a strategic role focused on managing key accounts. Drive customer satisfaction and revenue retention through strategic collaboration and consultative selling within...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your logistics expertise and leadership skills to enhance operational excellence and customer satisfaction across multiple delivery routes and teams in a dynamic, fast-p...

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2 weeks ago

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

$129K - $162K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise-wide Cost of Care solutions. Drive scalability, optimize deployment, and enhance operational effectiveness across diverse markets, collaborating with stakeholder...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Lead the Vendor Management Office, overseeing vendor governance, lifecycle management, and performance metrics. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure vendor services align with quality, compliance...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$98K - $158K *

Partner with us to transform customer journeys by leading a high-performing team dedicated to building strategic relationships and enhancing satisfaction, retention, and growth through data-driven ins...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $169K *

Unlock your potential as you design and enhance go-to-market programs that drive sales productivity and revenue growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate strategy into actionable in...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $115K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing daily functions, enhancing customer satisfaction, and fostering innovation. Collaborate with stakeholders to manage projects and maintain high-quality standa...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$102K - $170K *

Lead strategic initiatives and operational excellence as a key partner to the VP/GM, driving accountability and cross-functional coordination to enhance business performance and accelerate growth acro...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$140K - $170K *

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$325K - $375K *

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4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$107K - $130K *

Lead the end-to-end product development lifecycle for specialty doors, driving market strategies and cross-functional initiatives to enhance product positioning, pricing, and profitability while colla...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to define and execute innovative payment infrastructure strategies, enhancing capabilities through cutting-edge technologies and partnerships. Lead cross-functional initiatives to...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $128K *

Drive operational excellence by leading cross-functional teams to enhance digital pharmacy solutions, optimize processes, and improve customer engagement while fostering a high-performance culture roo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

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Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.