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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$65K - $98K *

Build high-performing teams and drive operational excellence by leading associates, managing productivity, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Foster a culture of belonging and...

1 week ago

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

$65K - $98K *

Join a team that's dedicated to achieving operational excellence by supervising associates, managing productivity, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards while fostering a culture o...

1 week ago

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

$65K - $98K *

Empower teams to achieve excellence by leading operations, enhancing productivity, and fostering a culture of integrity and collaboration. Drive continuous improvement while ensuring quality and safet...

1 week ago

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

$65K - $98K *

Manage and optimize logistics operations by leading teams, ensuring compliance, and driving productivity. Collaborate with associates to enhance performance and foster a culture of integrity and excel...

2 weeks ago

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

$65K - $98K *

Drive operational excellence by managing teams, optimizing workflows, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Collaborate to foster a culture of belonging while delivering exception...

2 weeks ago

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

$65K - $98K *

Shape the future by leading a dynamic team, driving productivity, and ensuring quality standards. Collaborate with associates to foster a culture of belonging while delivering exceptional results and...

2 weeks ago

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

$65K - $98K *

Lead and optimize logistics operations by managing teams, ensuring compliance, and driving productivity. Foster a culture of integrity and excellence while delivering exceptional service to customers...

2 weeks ago

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

$65K - $98K *

Manage and develop high-performing teams while ensuring productivity, quality, and safety standards. Foster a culture of belonging and integrity, driving continuous improvement and customer-centric de...

2 weeks ago

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

$65K - $98K *

Engage in a dynamic role where you will lead teams, drive productivity, and ensure quality standards. Collaborate with diverse associates to foster a culture of belonging while achieving operational g...

3 weeks ago

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

$65K - $98K *

Engage in dynamic leadership to drive productivity and quality in logistics operations. Oversee staffing, training, and compliance while fostering a culture of integrity and excellence. Collaborate wi...

3 weeks ago

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

$135K - $155K *

Pioneer operational excellence by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing resources, and developing high-performing teams to drive profitability and customer satisfaction across the organization...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$80K - $95K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing warehouse efficiency, order fulfillment, and inventory management. Empower and develop your team while ensuring compliance with safety standards and operatio...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $165K *

Transform your career by leading financial operations, ensuring accuracy and integrity in client deliverables. Oversee billing, reconciliation, and reporting processes while mentoring a dedicated team...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's driving supply chain excellence through strategic replenishment and demand planning. This role focuses on optimizing inventory levels, enhancing forecasting accuracy, and fostering...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$109K - $174K *

Transform logistics operations by leading teams and optimizing workflows to ensure efficient, compliant, and reliable physical flow across multiple markets. Drive continuous improvement through data-d...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to supply chain excellence by managing NPI readiness, vendor governance, and risk management for complex electromechanical products. Lead a team to ensure seamless transitions from prototyp...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate your career by leading a dynamic sales team to drive IT security solutions. Collaborate with clients and partners to enhance sales strategies, mentor talent, and achieve regional objectives...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate customer success by leading a high-performing Account Management team. Drive retention and revenue growth through strategic engagement and operational excellence while collaborating cross-func...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving enterprise growth in healthcare by leading strategic partnerships and expanding adoption of innovative identification solutions. Your expertise will enhance patient safety a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving enterprise growth within healthcare systems by cultivating strategic partnerships, managing GPO relationships, and expanding adoption of innovative identification solutions...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $110K *

Drive operational excellence by leading transportation management strategies, enhancing efficiencies, and fostering growth opportunities. Collaborate with teams to meet service standards and implement...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to operational excellence across multiple sites, overseeing commercial cleaning, landscape, and snow removal services while ensuring client satisfaction and compliance wit...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$171K - $273K *

Shape the future of sales operations by leading a high-performing team focused on strategic business planning, capacity management, and performance analysis to drive growth and productivity across glo...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $132K *

Unlock potential by directing production activities to achieve goals in quality, cost, and efficiency. Collaborate with teams to enhance operations, implement improvements, and ensure compliance while...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team leading engineering operations, project management, and product innovation. Drive cross-functional collaboration to launch cutting-edge off-road vehicle products w...

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  •   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.