Retail Sales Director Jobs

Explore Retail Sales Director opportunities for experienced leaders ready to shape sales strategy, grow revenue, and strengthen customer relationships. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including senior roles across retail organizations and related industries.

What Does a Retail Sales Director Do?

Retail Sales Directors set sales goals and build strategies to achieve them across stores, regions, channels, or product lines. They lead sales teams, monitor performance, analyze market and customer trends, and partner with merchandising, marketing, operations, and finance teams. Depending on the employer, the role may focus on store sales, national accounts, e-commerce, or omnichannel growth.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers often look for a record of sales leadership, revenue growth, and team development. Valuable strengths include strategic planning, forecasting, performance analysis, negotiation, customer experience improvement, and the ability to turn data into practical decisions. Experience with retail operations, CRM platforms, and omnichannel sales can also be an asset.

Career Opportunities and Compensation

Retail Sales Director positions vary by company size, product category, and scope of responsibility. Some roles oversee a regional or national team, while others lead sales across multiple channels or business units. Compensation depends on factors such as location, experience, and responsibilities; many senior director opportunities include incentive pay or other benefits. Browse Ladders for vetted professional roles paying $100,000 or more.

Find Retail Sales Director Jobs on Ladders

Search Retail Sales Director jobs to discover opportunities aligned with your leadership experience and career goals. Review role requirements, compare openings, and find your next step in retail sales leadership.

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$180K - $215K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading regional sales efforts, driving product launch success, and building high-performing teams. Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve sales goals and foster s...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Engage with powersports dealerships to expand financing partnerships, drive sales growth, and enhance dealer relationships. Utilize market insights to develop strategic plans and support dealer onboar...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$97K - $119K *

Lead the charge in transforming research into actionable insights for clients. Manage projects, build relationships, and deliver impactful recommendations in a fast-paced client service environment fo...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$194K - $204K *

Lead the transformation of retailer experiences by owning the Retailer App platform and Analytics & Insights. Drive product vision, enhance user engagement, and deliver actionable insights to empower...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$156K - $312K *

Elevate communication strategies across multiple platforms, shaping narratives for a dynamic advertising business. Lead initiatives that enhance customer experiences and engage stakeholders, driving s...

Hoboken, NJRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $100K *

Transform your career by driving sales and market share growth in the building materials sector. Build strong relationships with distributors and contractors while optimizing local strategies to enhan...

Cincinnati, OHRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$140K - $180K *

Transform the digital manufacturing landscape by driving sales growth and market expansion. Collaborate across teams to develop strategies, support federal opportunities, and enhance customer value th...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving sales and operational excellence across multiple stores. Empower teams to deliver exceptional customer experiences while analyzing market trends and implementing strategic b...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$67K - $109K *

Shape the future of retail media by managing end-to-end campaign execution, collaborating with sales and internal teams to drive strategic growth and deliver impactful insights for brand partners...

United StatesRemote

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

$175K - $200K *

Lead the charge in developing integrated media strategies and client partnerships across pharmaceutical and life sciences accounts, driving business growth and ensuring exceptional delivery and client...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $200K *

Drive revenue growth and market expansion by leading a regional sales team focused on delivering advanced technology solutions to service providers. Foster talent development and build strategic custo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$50K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving sales growth by promoting innovative packaging solutions through effective communication and strategic outreach to clients in your territory...

Portland, ORRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Champion the development of a go-to-market strategy for South Asia, focusing on client acquisition and market expansion. Engage with diverse stakeholders to drive growth and innovation in media produc...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining Integrated Production excellence. Lead diverse creative projects, inspire talent, and drive innovative solutions while ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence for h...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Drive technology strategy and innovation for retail merchandising systems, overseeing solutions that enhance inventory management and store operations. Lead high-performing teams to align technology w...

Columbus, OHRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $100K *

Manage sales strategies for diverse industries, driving growth and customer engagement through innovative solutions and market intelligence. Collaborate with teams to enhance customer experience and m...

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Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving strategic growth by managing executive relationships and leading virtual teams to deliver tailored ServiceNow solutions for top-tier clients, ensuring exceptional customer e...

Bentonville, ARRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Champion your expertise to drive and optimize innovative commerce media strategies, ensuring client satisfaction and measurable success across diverse marketing channels in a fully remote environment...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $100K *

Optimize marketing campaigns within the commerce media ecosystem, developing tailored omnichannel strategies to drive client success and satisfaction while leveraging data-driven insights for continuo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Manage end-to-end inventory planning, ensuring optimal product availability and margin targets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to forecast sales and streamline logistics, driving efficiency a...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading storeroom solutions projects, enhancing service quality, and driving strategic initiatives across multiple customer engagements in manufacturing environments...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $150K *

Champion strategic national accounts by leveraging multifamily expertise to drive revenue growth. Build relationships with C-suite leaders and institutional owners, developing tailored solutions that...

Tampa, FLRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $220K *

Champion strategic sales initiatives to drive revenue growth and enhance supplier engagement. Leverage data insights and foster collaboration to deliver innovative advertising solutions that align wit...

Bentonville, ARRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of the Aerospace & Defense sector by leading sales initiatives across the Americas and EMEA. Drive growth, build strong teams, and develop strategies to expand mar...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $158K *

Shape the future of audience data strategy by developing scalable products, enhancing targeting capabilities, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to drive data access and compliance in a dyna...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Retail Sales Director do?question toggle

    A Retail Sales Director leads sales strategy and execution, sets targets, develops sales teams, tracks performance, and works with other departments to grow revenue and improve customer outcomes.

  • What qualifications are typically needed for Retail Sales Director jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers commonly seek substantial sales experience, a history of leading teams and meeting growth goals, strong analytical and communication skills, and knowledge of retail operations or sales channels.

  • How much do Retail Sales Directors earn?question toggle

    Pay varies based on location, company, experience, and role scope. Senior positions may also include bonuses, commissions, or other incentives. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Retail Sales Director jobs?question toggle

    You can explore vetted Retail Sales Director openings on Ladders, including professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more.