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.

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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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$122K - $128K *

Champion sustainable energy solutions by leading California's advocacy campaigns, building coalitions, and developing strategies to promote solar and distributed energy initiatives. Grow your career b...

California, USRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $154K *

Lead the transformation of showroom experiences, enhancing customer journeys and driving sales through strategic oversight and operational excellence across multiple locations...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$186K - $233K *

Shape impactful marketing strategies for lung cancer programs, collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive patient engagement and launch readiness. Lead initiatives that align with brand goals...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of K-12 literacy by leading a dynamic sales team, driving growth, and building lasting partnerships with educators. Leverage your expertise to develop strategies that enhance educatio...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving complex real estate transactions, managing high-profile portfolios, and collaborating with stakeholders to deliver strategic solutions for corporate clients...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving sales growth by developing strong relationships with Fleet Accounts, executing strategic sales plans, and collaborating with product teams to enhance business margins and cu...

Lisle, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team where you will leverage your sales expertise to drive growth and lead initiatives. This role offers the opportunity to make a significant impact while collaborating with talented p...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at driving revenue growth and expanding customer relationships through innovative supply chain solutions. Leverage consultative sales skills to identify opportunities and build las...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$107K - $119K *

Accelerate progress at expanding our food service customer base by developing key relationships and executing strategic sales initiatives across a multi-state territory, driving growth and enhancing b...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading innovative projects and collaborating across teams to drive impactful solutions. This role offers a unique opportunity to shape processes and enhance operational efficiency...

Houston, TXRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $108K *

Champion growth in the food service sector by developing key customer relationships and executing strategic sales initiatives across a multi-state territory. Drive business development and enhance cus...

Savannah, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$109K - $149K *

Unlock your potential by transforming data into actionable insights that drive category growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver strategic recommendations and foster strong partnersh...

Tennessee, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $150K *

Transform revenue growth by driving B2B audience solutions sales, leveraging deep agency insights and consultative strategies to forge lasting partnerships and enhance digital transformation for clien...

New York, NYRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $187K *

Drive regional sales success by leading a team of Territory Sales Managers, fostering a culture of accountability and collaboration, and executing strategic initiatives to achieve performance targets...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$139K - $157K *

Transform client partnerships by leading innovative commerce strategies across major retail platforms. Drive growth through integrated marketing, operational excellence, and creative solutions, ensuri...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$103K - $184K *

Transform compliance processes by leading IT SOX initiatives, ensuring robust internal controls and regulatory adherence across the organization while collaborating with cross-functional teams to miti...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$234K - $322K *

Transform global revenue accounting and order-to-cash processes in a dynamic healthcare environment. Lead a high-performing team, ensuring compliance with U.S. GAAP and driving systems improvements fo...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$191K - $239K *

Lead the development and growth of a Sales Engineering team focused on new product incubation, driving adoption and revenue through strategic customer engagements and cross-functional collaboration to...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by driving sales strategy and value analysis, partnering with cross-functional teams to enhance proposals, pricing, and contracts. Lead market research and client engagement to optimi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$128K - $135K *

Drive impactful insights by transforming data into strategic decisions that enhance retail partnerships. Collaborate with key stakeholders to deliver analytics that support growth and optimize perform...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$150K - $170K *

Drive client growth by leading strategic TVAD initiatives, optimizing cross-channel integration, and fostering senior stakeholder relationships to achieve measurable business outcomes and financial he...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$184K - $314K *

Lead business development efforts in our Development Advisory practice, driving growth through client relationship expansion and opportunity origination. Collaborate with leadership to connect client...

Maryland, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$112K - $143K *

Drive product innovation by overseeing the lifecycle of our flagship car wash software. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define strategy, prioritize features, and ensure high-quality deliver...

Akron, OHRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $192K *

Lead the charge in driving sales strategies for the Natural Channel and Amazon business. Oversee customer management, team performance, and cross-functional collaboration to achieve growth and optimiz...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $150K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI factory design delivery, leading multidisciplinary teams to ensure successful project execution from concept to handover while balancing quality, cost, and o...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.