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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$87K - $131K *

Transform the healthcare landscape by driving business growth and fostering client relationships. In this pivotal role, you'll leverage your expertise to expand our market presence and enhance profita...

Phoenix, AZRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$69K - $146K *

Unlock potential by managing pricing and promotion processes, providing analytical support to drive revenue growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to evaluate performance and deliver actionab...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$85K - $144K *

Engineer comprehensive pricing strategies that maximize revenue and profitability while leveraging data analytics and automation tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish pricing fra...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Champion the growth of strategic travel partnerships by leading enterprise sales efforts, securing high-value accounts, and leveraging modern sales frameworks to drive commercial success in a fast-pac...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Redefine educational excellence by leading grant development and scientific writing initiatives. Collaborate with healthcare experts to create impactful educational programs and publications that enha...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's redefining marketing operations by owning CRM architecture and driving strategy. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize systems, enhance data integrity, and deliver actionable i...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of client partnerships by leading loyalty strategies and cross-functional teams to enhance retail programs, driving measurable impact and client satisfaction in a fast-paced environme...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic growth by managing a high-performing sales team, refining sales strategies, and fostering a culture of excellence to achieve ambitious revenue goals...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$216K - $361K *

Elevate your career by driving sales growth in enterprise software across retail, energy management, and telecommunications. Collaborate with top clients to achieve strategic goals and expand market p...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$131K - $209K *

Elevate your career as a senior director of implementation, driving complex projects and enhancing customer experiences. Collaborate across teams to optimize service delivery and influence strategic i...

Portland, ORRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Champion new business growth by leveraging relationships and insights to engage senior decision-makers. Drive the sales process, identify client needs, and deliver tailored solutions in the digital ma...

Chicago, ILRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join our team to drive strategic growth in key QSR markets by building strong customer partnerships, executing impactful sales strategies, and collaborating cross-functionally to achieve profitable re...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$175K - $210K *

Drive the go-to-market strategy for an AI-powered enterprise search platform, leading a high-performing sales team to achieve revenue goals while fostering strategic partnerships and aligning with pro...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$170K - $195K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead Revenue Operations, driving strategy and execution for sales and renewals. Collaborate across departments to enhance processes, optimize technology, and ensure accurate...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$152K - $190K *

Engage with mid-sized customers to drive IoT solutions, managing complex sales cycles and building relationships with key stakeholders. Your efforts will directly impact industries that keep our world...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$152K - $190K *

Elevate your career by driving IoT solutions for mid-sized customers. Engage with executives, manage trials, and negotiate pricing to deliver impactful sensor data solutions. Join a high-performance s...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead high-performing teams across multiple retail locations, driving strategic initiatives and operational excellence while fostering an inclusive culture and delivering exceptional customer experienc...

Dublin, CARemote

1 week ago

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

$152K - $190K *

Lead the charge in transforming mid-sized businesses with IoT solutions. Drive sales through engaging with executives, managing trials, and negotiating complex deals, all while making a real-world imp...

Houston, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive pricing strategy and analytics for power distribution products, ensuring competitive market positioning and margin protection. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance quoting processes and del...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic sales team in hematology, driving strategic account management and fostering key stakeholder relationships to enhance the clinical experience with ZYNLONTA across...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$168K - $253K *

Lead commercial growth in the datacenter market by driving strategy, securing design wins, and developing a high-performing sales team focused on hyperscale operators and critical infrastructure partn...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Drive the enhancement of Compliance Monitoring and Testing programs, ensuring regulatory alignment and effective risk management. Collaborate with stakeholders to improve operational efficiency and su...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $105K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your logistics expertise and leadership skills to enhance operational excellence and customer satisfaction across multiple delivery routes and teams in a dynamic, fast-p...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower sales teams by driving enablement strategies, enhancing methodologies, and fostering relationships to boost performance in Legal and Accounting sectors. Collaborate closely with leadership to...

Charlotte, NCRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $90K *

Transform client objectives into impactful paid social strategies. Oversee campaign execution, optimize performance, and mentor junior team members while driving cross-functional collaboration to achi...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.