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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$95K - $115K *

Lead the development of innovative learning strategies that enhance onboarding and training for store leaders and associates, ensuring alignment with business goals and fostering a high-performing, co...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$130K - $150K *

Elevate your career by partnering with executive leadership to drive strategic initiatives, operational excellence, and business transformation in a rapidly growing healthcare organization. Engage in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Elevate store performance by driving business strategies, enhancing customer experiences, and leading a dynamic team. Foster relationships, optimize operations, and inspire a culture of excellence to...

2 days ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Elevate project accounting excellence by leading a high-performing team, ensuring accurate job costing and financial reporting across branches, and partnering with leadership to drive profitability an...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$127K - $191K *

Manage logistics operations to enhance efficiency and compliance. Lead a team, oversee financial aspects, and drive strategic initiatives to meet facility goals while ensuring safety and quality stand...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Innovate digital commerce strategies to drive eCommerce growth, ensuring cohesive execution across platforms. Lead a team to achieve revenue goals while adapting to market trends and consumer behavior...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$127K - $191K *

Lead logistics operations by managing teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards. Drive strategic initiatives to enhance performance and foster community en...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of Sales & Operations Planning by leading S&OP and IBP processes, aligning demand, supply, and financial plans, and driving cross-functional collaboration to enhance operational effic...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$110K - $130K *

Transform team dynamics by leading and developing a high-performing FCM team. Oversee training, performance metrics, and client interactions to ensure optimal program execution and compliance, while f...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $220K *

Champion operational excellence by leading accounts receivable strategies that align financial goals with customer needs. Drive process improvements, ensure compliance, and foster collaboration to enh...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of restaurant performance by providing strategic leadership to enhance operational excellence, profitability, and guest satisfaction across multiple locations, driving growth and deve...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$167K - $250K *

Elevate service operations by developing strategies that enhance performance, drive accountability, and ensure customer satisfaction through effective leadership and operational excellence in a comple...

Oregon, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$167K - $250K *

Lead the charge in developing and executing service operations strategies, ensuring alignment with business priorities while driving performance improvements and operational excellence across diverse...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$167K - $250K *

Manage and enhance service operations strategy, ensuring alignment with business goals. Drive performance improvements, oversee installation processes, and optimize workforce capacity to deliver excep...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform guest engagement by leading end-to-end CRM strategies, collaborating across teams to drive sales growth and enhance brand loyalty. Play a key role in evolving CRM capabilities and shaping en...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing warehouse operations, ensuring safety and efficiency while developing frontline teams. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive performance and continuous improvement in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$133K - $213K *

Transform procurement operations by leading a team to optimize indirect spend, ensuring cost efficiency, quality, and sustainability. Drive strategic sourcing initiatives and manage supplier relations...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $155K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence for a defense technology client, driving technical hiring, change management, and safety compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignme...

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

$120K - $155K *

Drive operational excellence and technical hiring for a major defense client, leading change management and safety compliance while managing facilities operations and team performance in a secure envi...

2 days ago

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

$120K - $155K *

Lead the charge in operational excellence as you drive technical hiring, change management, and safety compliance for a major defense technology client. Your expertise will shape cross-functional team...

2 days ago

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

$160K - $180K *

Lead the charge in optimizing supply chain strategies and execution, ensuring seamless demand and supply planning, procurement, and logistics. Drive continuous improvement and sustainability while man...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Manage production schedules and resources to ensure timely delivery of custom and off-the-shelf products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, enforce quality standards, and...

Burnaby, BCIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$127K - $168K *

Unlock potential by leading complex commercial operations, driving strategy, and ensuring compliance throughout the deal lifecycle. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance profitability and...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$80K - $95K *

Transform regional operations by leading multi-unit dealerships, driving sales, and fostering teamwork. Inspire and develop talent while ensuring compliance and achieving business goals in a dynamic r...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform store operations by leading system strategies and enhancements. Drive cross-functional initiatives, ensuring effective IT partnerships and governance. Oversee implementation and continuous i...

Reposted 4 days 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.