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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$107K - $116K *

Champion operational excellence by leading a dynamic team to enhance productivity, ensure safety compliance, and drive customer satisfaction in a fast-paced environment. Foster a culture of continuous...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving strategic growth by managing key client accounts, enhancing relationships, and delivering insights. Leverage your leadership skills to expand revenue streams and foster coll...

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Transform sales leadership by driving GTM strategies, building high-performing teams, and ensuring revenue growth through disciplined execution and cross-functional collaboration. Elevate enterprise p...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $90K *

Lead operational excellence by managing staff, enhancing productivity, and ensuring customer satisfaction. Drive continuous improvement initiatives and foster a positive work environment to achieve bu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$85K - $90K *

Elevate your career by leading operational excellence in a dynamic environment. Drive team performance, enhance customer satisfaction, and implement strategies for growth while fostering a positive wo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$112K *

Transform the distribution landscape by leading a dynamic team focused on safety, operational excellence, and continuous improvement. Drive performance and foster a culture of engagement while optimiz...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Transform operations by leading a high-performing distribution team focused on safety, efficiency, and continuous improvement. Drive results through effective communication, problem-solving, and strat...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $231K *

Partner with us to lead strategic initiatives that enhance operational performance and member outcomes in the Florida Medicaid health plan, driving alignment across teams and ensuring effective execut...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$205K - $240K *

Shape the future of supply chain technology by leading engineering teams in optimizing platforms for logistics and order management. Drive innovation and efficiency while managing a diverse team of ex...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's driving operational excellence by leading warehouse and logistics functions. You'll oversee inventory control, fulfillment processes, and cross-functional collaboration to support g...

4 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading real estate strategies that drive growth. As a senior dealmaker, you'll negotiate complex transactions and shape market expansion, ensuring a robust pipeline of new-stor...

Yesterday

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

$110K - $130K *

Champion the future of inventory management by leading a dynamic team to optimize purchasing and inventory planning, ensuring alignment with customer demand and financial goals while driving continuou...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Manage purchasing and inventory planning to ensure optimal stock levels, meet customer demand, and achieve financial goals. Lead a team of Buyers, oversee supplier performance, and drive continuous im...

2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $182K *

Engage in transformative leadership that drives operational excellence while fostering team development and enhancing productivity in a dynamic fulfillment environment. Ensure safety, quality, and per...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$135K - $182K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a dynamic team, enhancing processes, and ensuring safety and quality standards are met. Collaborate across departments to foster innovation and improve performa...

2 days ago

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

$140K - $160K *

Shape enterprise transformation by driving high-priority initiatives, collaborating with business leaders to develop integrated plans and measurable outcomes, while ensuring sustainable practices and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$140K - $160K *

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive high-priority initiatives, transforming ambiguous challenges into actionable plans and measurable outcomes, while ensuring alignment and accountability...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$85K - $110K *

Transform the future of retail leasing by driving transactions, managing pipelines, and collaborating across teams to enhance portfolio performance. Leverage your expertise to source and negotiate dea...

3 weeks ago

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

$135K - $182K *

Advance operational excellence by leading a team to drive quality initiatives, enhance performance, and foster employee relations within a dynamic fulfillment environment...

Today

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

$135K - $182K *

Elevate operational excellence by leading a dynamic team to drive performance, enhance processes, and foster employee development in a fast-paced fulfillment environment. Your strategic vision will sh...

Today

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

$135K - $182K *

Drive operational excellence by leading a team to achieve performance goals, enhance employee relations, and implement process improvements in a dynamic fulfillment environment...

Yesterday

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

$108K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to operational excellence and team development. Lead a diverse group of managers to drive performance, enhance processes, and foster a positive work environment in a fast...

Yesterday

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

$135K - $182K *

Manage operational excellence and team development in a dynamic environment. Lead a team of managers to achieve performance goals while fostering positive employee relations and implementing process i...

6 days ago

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

$135K - $182K *

Drive operational excellence and team development as you lead a dynamic group of managers, ensuring performance objectives are met while fostering a positive work environment and implementing strategi...

1 week ago

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

$135K - $182K *

Unlock your leadership potential by overseeing operational excellence and team development. Drive quality initiatives and optimize processes to enhance performance in a dynamic fulfillment environment...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 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.