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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$200K - $220K *

Champion operational excellence in a mission-critical environment, leading site performance and reliability. Drive strategic initiatives, manage teams, and ensure compliance while fostering a culture...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform operations by overseeing daily functions, ensuring safety, managing budgets, and enhancing customer satisfaction. Lead a team to drive profitability and operational efficiency while fosterin...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate operational excellence by leading a multi-site manufacturing network, driving disciplined execution, and fostering a culture of continuous improvement to achieve strategic goals and enhance...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$100K - $120K *

Drive operational excellence across medical offices, ensuring compliance, managing logistics, and enhancing team performance. Lead initiatives to improve processes and achieve financial objectives whi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Transform the operational landscape of medical offices by leading teams, ensuring compliance, and enhancing processes. Drive performance through effective management and strategic oversight while fost...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence in specialty services across multiple states, ensuring accurate documentation, financial performance, and strong interdepartmental coordination while building a high-perfo...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$149K - $216K *

Shape pharmacy operations across multiple facilities by enhancing medication safety, optimizing resource utilization, and ensuring compliance with regulations. Drive financial performance and implemen...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$65K - $105K *

Lead a dynamic warehouse team focused on safety, efficiency, and service excellence. Drive operations, develop associates, and ensure timely product handling while fostering a culture of engagement an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$88K - $105K *

Transform dropship pricing and merchandising strategies to drive revenue and margin growth. Utilize analytics to provide actionable insights and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance eCommerce per...

1 week ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Transform the accounting landscape by leading a dynamic team, ensuring operational excellence and compliance while driving strategic financial initiatives across multiple revenue-generating entities...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of retail by leading strategy, performance, and growth initiatives. Drive revenue and enhance customer experience while developing a high-performing team to support the evolving retai...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Drive operational excellence by overseeing procurement, inventory, and supply chain management. Collaborate with leadership to enhance efficiency, negotiate contracts, and ensure compliance, all while...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$100K - $120K *

Transform branch operations by leading a dynamic team to maximize efficiency and profitability. Drive strategic objectives, enhance employee engagement, and ensure compliance with policies while foste...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Champion sales excellence by leading strategic initiatives that enhance productivity, optimize processes, and drive growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to align goals and foster a culture...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $150K *

Drive sales excellence by optimizing processes and tools to enhance productivity, forecasting, and alignment across teams. Collaborate with stakeholders to support growth and foster a culture of accou...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in optimizing sales performance through strategic processes, tools, and collaboration with key stakeholders. Drive data-driven decision-making to enhance productivity and support busin...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic sales initiatives to enhance performance and drive growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, tools, and reporting frameworks, ensuring alignment with compan...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in optimizing large-scale operations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and exceptional customer relations while driving team development and continuous improvement initiatives across multi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$95K - $125K *

Accelerate progress at a dynamic manufacturing line, ensuring safety, quality, and productivity while fostering team collaboration and driving continuous improvement through effective coaching and str...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$81K - $111K *

Take ownership of warehouse operations by managing daily activities, optimizing processes, and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Lead a team to enhance efficiency, accuracy, and service quali...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $215K *

Transform your career by driving strategic initiatives and operational excellence across departments. Collaborate with leadership to enhance performance, analyze trends, and ensure effective execution...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team leading operations in highway maintenance, ensuring compliance, managing budgets, and developing client relationships while driving organizational success as part...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$190K - $260K *

Join a team that's redefining energy storage solutions by leading marketing strategy and sales operations. Drive growth through innovative campaigns, streamline sales processes, and empower teams with...

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $160K *

Champion category management and P&L ownership, driving brand strategy and innovation across channels. Lead cross-functional teams to execute go-to-market plans, optimize portfolios, and deliver on re...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Champion a customer-centric retail environment by leading the store team to achieve financial success and excellence in service delivery while fostering a culture of mentorship and community engagemen...

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  •   5 - 7 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.