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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$80K - $100K *

Lead day-to-day revenue operations, ensuring smooth sales processes and accurate reporting. Collaborate with Sales Managers to enhance data-driven decision-making and automate workflows, while maintai...

Denver, CORemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $154K *

Transform sales strategies by leading a dynamic team in a target-driven environment, fostering relationships and optimizing performance to achieve regional growth and success in the residential and co...

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Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $220K *

Advance global procurement initiatives by leading sourcing strategies for MRO and automotive parts. Drive operational excellence, enhance supplier relationships, and ensure compliance while achieving...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$160K - $185K *

Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic team to drive channel partnerships, transforming opportunities into revenue-generating relationships across diverse verticals in a fast-growing ecosystem...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Drive service excellence and customer engagement across diverse managed services, ensuring quality delivery, satisfaction, and profitability while leading teams and fostering strategic partnerships fo...

Ohio, USRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive operational excellence by leading revenue operations strategy, optimizing processes, and enhancing cross-functional alignment to support scalable growth and measurable outcomes in a dynamic envi...

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2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$127K - $237K *

Join a team that's driving digital transformation by enhancing products and services, managing strategic initiatives, and developing talent to achieve organizational goals while ensuring optimal perfo...

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Reposted 4 days ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Unlock operational excellence as you lead cross-functional teams in driving technical standardization and scalable training frameworks across Data Centers and Warehouses, ensuring compliance and maxim...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $130K *

Drive exceptional client experiences by leading client services strategy and operations across screening services. Empower teams to deliver timely, accurate support while fostering a culture of accoun...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate growth by driving revenue through strategic sales of a digital payment platform to insurance carriers. Engage with C-level executives to foster relationships that enhance long-term success...

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Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $130K *

Champion the property accounting function by leading a remote team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and enhancing processes across a diverse portfolio. Collaborate closely with operations to dr...

Roanoke, VARemote

3 weeks ago

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

$115K - $130K *

Champion the property accounting function by leading a remote team, ensuring accurate financial reporting, and enhancing processes across a diverse portfolio. Collaborate closely with operations to dr...

Knoxville, TNRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$115K - $130K *

Manage our property accounting function, ensuring accurate financial reporting and controls while leading a team. Collaborate closely with operations to enhance processes and maintain compliance acros...

Greensboro, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$341K - $409K *

Unlock the potential of physical operations by leading a high-performing sales team. Drive strategic initiatives, coach managers, and foster a culture of growth and collaboration while delivering impa...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Join a team that's shaping tax strategy and compliance. Lead a skilled group of tax professionals, ensuring adherence to regulations while optimizing financial performance and supporting strategic bus...

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Reposted 6 days ago

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

$160K - $210K *

Join us to drive strategic sourcing initiatives in Facilities, managing project delivery and resource allocation while aligning account objectives with measurable outcomes across diverse client accoun...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $170K *

Join a team that's redefining procurement excellence by leading purchasing strategy, enhancing supplier relationships, and optimizing operations to support organizational growth and efficiency in a dy...

Buena Vista, CORemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$165K - $210K *

Transform retail sales strategies and lead a dynamic team to achieve revenue goals. Drive account management, develop talent, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product offerings a...

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Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive the performance of multiple retail locations by building high-performing teams, achieving strategic goals, and fostering an inclusive culture focused on delivering exceptional customer experienc...

Dublin, CARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$190K - $200K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading transformation initiatives and optimizing Shared Services. Collaborate with senior leaders to drive measurable improvements in productivity, cost efficiency...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence across multiple parks, ensuring exceptional guest experiences and financial performance while developing strong management teams and driving continuous improv...

Milford, OHRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Empower product excellence by connecting teams and building systems that ensure reliability and efficiency. Drive customer insights, streamline operations, and enhance product launches in a hands-on...

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Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of sales operations by leading logistics, customer onboarding, and revenue reporting for a dynamic B2B technology company. Drive strategic initiatives and ensure seamless processes th...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $154K *

Shape product strategy and commercialization efforts, ensuring alignment with market trends and customer needs. Drive product development, marketing initiatives, and cross-functional collaboration to...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$195K - $241K *

Partner with us to drive growth and adoption across a diverse product portfolio, managing strategic partnerships from design to launch. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance relationships and ensu...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.