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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$201K - $251K *

Join us to lead cross-functional project management in a dynamic biotech environment. Drive global commercialization initiatives, ensuring alignment and execution across teams while enhancing operatio...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $145K *

Lead the charge in strategic account management, driving growth and strengthening customer partnerships. Collaborate cross-functionally to align business objectives with customer needs while overseein...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

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

$140K - $167K *

Join a team that's redefining growth operations by architecting systems and workflows that drive our go-to-market engine. Lead initiatives, collaborate across functions, and innovate with data to enha...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to tackle complex operational challenges, driving impactful initiatives across our portfolio. This role offers hands-on experience and growth opportunities, ideal for future leaders ea...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $125K *

Join a team where you will drive strategic planning and enhance operational frameworks to optimize performance and foster collaboration across departments, contributing to transformative solutions and...

California, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$70K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing supply chain performance by managing supplier operations, analyzing data, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency and service delivery across...

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4 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's driving sales excellence through data-driven insights and incentive compensation management. This role enhances operational scalability and supports field teams with analytics, repo...

Plymouth Meeting, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$161K - $210K *

Elevate workforce management by leading recruitment, onboarding, and performance strategies. Drive clinician readiness and productivity while ensuring quality care through data-driven decision-making...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $180K *

Lead organizational capability by bridging strategy and execution across diverse hospitality operations. Drive scalable frameworks and change management to enhance performance and sustain innovation a...

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1 week ago

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

$96K - $179K *

Lead the charge in transforming client money movement operations, ensuring secure, compliant, and efficient fund transfers. Drive strategic initiatives, optimize processes, and enhance client experien...

Texas, USRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $180K *

Transform pricing strategies for global logistics, focusing on Air Freight and Ocean LCL. Leverage market insights and analytical skills to drive growth, enhance customer value, and build scalable pri...

Bentonville, ARRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $180K *

Transform supply chain operations by leading end-to-end processes, optimizing efficiency, and driving continuous improvements. Collaborate with teams to align strategies with sales and profitability g...

Bentonville, ARRemote

1 month ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join our dynamic team as a Finance Manager, where you'll lead financial analysis, develop models, and present insights to senior leadership, driving growth and accuracy in financial reporting across t...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $220K *

Transform workforce planning by leading a data-driven finance team, optimizing labor processes, and enhancing operational efficiency across a multi-site fulfillment network...

Bentonville, ARRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Transform financial strategy by leading FP&A initiatives, guiding senior leaders with actionable insights, and driving performance management across diverse business sectors. Elevate decision-making t...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$192K - $266K *

Drive best-in-class travel support through strategic leadership and operational excellence. Oversee lodging, flights, and customer advocacy, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and exception...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$108K - $184K *

Advance the Provider Network operations by overseeing strategic initiatives, ensuring compliance, and enhancing provider relationships across multiple lines of business. Lead cross-departmental effort...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $184K *

Champion strategic initiatives in Provider Network Operations, overseeing key functions like Provider Relations and Credentialing. Drive performance and compliance across Medicaid, Medicare, and Comme...

North Carolina, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$246K - $332K *

Transform the future of field operations by leading strategic initiatives that enhance commercial effectiveness and drive measurable impact across customer-facing teams. Collaborate with cross-functio...

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2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$119K - $186K *

Lead transformative process improvements by leveraging customer insights to enhance operational excellence across Health Systems & Government Services, ensuring scalable, customer-centered execution a...

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Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate your career by leading market growth strategies, driving revenue, and building high-performing sales teams. Leverage market insights and analytics to identify opportunities and execute acti...

Cleveland, OHRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Create and implement a comprehensive fleet strategy, overseeing lifecycle management, compliance, and financial performance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance asset utilization...

Westlake Village, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$115K - $120K *

Lead the charge in driving operational excellence and strategic enablement across global Inside Sales teams, enhancing commercial effectiveness and delivering exceptional client value through innovati...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$200K - $250K *

Champion supply chain strategy and execution for clinical operations, ensuring timely, compliant delivery of materials for global oncology trials. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to manage ris...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$169K - $338K *

Drive product strategy for a complex portfolio, leading multiple teams through the product lifecycle. Leverage data analytics and customer insights to foster innovation and collaboration, ensuring ali...

Sunnyvale, CARemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 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.