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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
$135K - $145K *
Lead the charge in defining and executing innovative merchandising strategies, ensuring alignment with brand goals and consumer needs while driving revenue growth and market relevance across diverse p...
3 weeks ago
(USA) Operations Manager - Floor (Grocery)-3
$84K - $126K *
Join a team that's dedicated to driving operational excellence and enhancing performance. Oversee logistics operations, manage staff, and implement strategic improvements to meet business goals while...
Reposted 2 days ago
(USA) Operations Manager - Floor (Grocery)-3
$84K - $126K *
Drive operational excellence by leading teams, optimizing processes, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate to achieve facility goals in production, quality, and safety while fostering associate develop...
Reposted 2 days ago
BALENCIAGA Store Director | Boston Copley Place
$120K - $150K *
Unlock potential by leading a dynamic store team to achieve sales goals, enhance brand loyalty, and ensure operational excellence in a luxury retail environment. Drive business growth while fostering...
2 days ago
Field Operations Manager - Parts
$80K - $95K *
Transform customer support operations by executing strategic plans, enhancing profitability, and fostering team development. Collaborate with management to drive performance improvements and ensure op...
3 weeks ago
$125K - $150K *
Lead the charge in driving carrier sales strategies, enhancing team performance, and optimizing margins. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities and implement innovative solu...
1 week ago
$96K - $140K *
Optimize channel strategies by leading initiatives for Convenience and Drug sectors. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive growth, enhance customer partnerships, and deliver actionable insights that...
2 weeks ago
Director, Manufacturing Operations
$182K - $230K *
Unlock potential by leading a high-performing manufacturing team to achieve operational excellence. Shape strategy, enhance safety, and drive world-class quality in a fast-paced, innovative environmen...
Reposted 1 week ago
$225K - $260K *
Empower a high-performing product team to define and execute a strategic roadmap, ensuring alignment across departments while prioritizing patient access to therapies. Lead discovery and decision-maki...
3 weeks ago
General Manager - 3PL Final Mile (FT)
$100K - $120K *
Lead the charge in optimizing final-mile delivery operations, enhancing team performance, and driving profitability. This hands-on role demands strategic oversight, operational excellence, and strong...
1 week ago
General Manager - 3PL Final Mile (FT)
$100K - $120K *
Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing operations and driving growth. As a General Manager, you'll lead staff, manage budgets, and enhance performance in Final Mile deliveries, ensuring client met...
1 month ago
$135K - $176K *
Lead and develop a pharmacy team to deliver exceptional patient care, ensuring compliance with regulations and promoting best practices while fostering a culture of excellence and collaboration within...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Store Director (Store Manager) - Cleveland, OH and surrounding Area
$106K - $212K *
Elevate guest experiences by leading a dynamic team focused on service excellence, operational efficiency, and financial growth. Drive talent development and foster a culture of accountability to achi...
3 weeks ago
$150K - $170K *
Lead the charge in developing a streamlined commercial planning process across a multi-brand portfolio, ensuring alignment with corporate targets and enhancing sales accuracy through data-driven insig...
Reposted 1 week ago
Director, Technical Project Management
$175K - $210K *
Manage strategic technology initiatives, driving complex programs from planning to implementation. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure consistent delivery across teams, while leading a team of Pro...
2 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Drive district sales growth by leading and coaching a team of Sales Representatives. Translate regional strategies into actionable plans, ensuring customer retention and account penetration while fost...
2 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Transform the future of supply chain management by leading integrated planning, optimizing resources, and driving cross-functional collaboration to enhance service, efficiency, and continuous improvem...
1 week ago
Director of Operations Support
$165K - $175K *
Join a team that's driving operational excellence and continuous improvement across a multi-family portfolio. Lead high-performing teams, make strategic decisions, and collaborate with senior leadersh...
2 weeks ago
$168K - $210K *
Lead the charge in driving Ferrero USA's Amazon 1P business, overseeing a $150M+ portfolio. Manage strategic relationships, P&L, and cross-functional teams to optimize growth and performance across mu...
Reposted 1 week ago
Director of Manufacturing Operations
$135K - $165K *
Transform manufacturing operations by leading retread production facilities, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while developing teams and driving continuous improvement across multiple sites...
2 weeks ago
$135K - $160K *
Shape the future of K-12 sales by leading a dynamic team of Account Executives. Drive performance through strategic planning, precise forecasting, and collaborative initiatives to achieve growth targe...
2 weeks ago
Senior Manager, Materials Planning SIOP
$117K - $234K *
Lead the development and execution of integrated demand planning strategies, ensuring alignment between market demand, supply capabilities, and financial objectives across mid- to long-range planning...
1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in shaping a compelling brand narrative through innovative creative strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to elevate the brand's presence across diverse platforms, ensuri...
1 week ago
Director - Materials Planning & Inventory
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in transforming materials planning and inventory management across the enterprise. Drive strategic governance, optimize inventory performance, and enhance cross-functional collaboratio...
2 days ago
$80K - $96K *
Transform your career by leading a dynamic warehouse team, ensuring safety and efficiency while managing daily operations and fostering a culture of accountability and excellence...
1 week ago
What does a Director of Store Operations do?
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?
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?
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?
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.