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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$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...

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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

$110K - $220K *

Lead strategic energy initiatives to optimize management and reduce costs. Collaborate with teams to implement sustainability goals, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement across opera...

Bentonville, ARRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$150K - $227K *

Advance strategic insights at a global scale by leading market research, quantitative analysis, and executive presentations. Collaborate with senior leadership to drive impactful decisions and shape t...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$130K - $170K *

Lead and inspire a dynamic sales team to drive growth in the building materials sector, ensuring high performance and accountability while fostering employee development and customer relationships...

Portland, ORRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$115K - $140K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming patient engagement through innovative marketing strategies. You'll develop and execute multichannel campaigns, crafting compelling content that drives enro...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$189K - $270K *

Unlock inventory potential by leading demand forecasting and planning strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize inventory investments, enhance product availability, and drive profitabilit...

United StatesRemote

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

$88K - $105K *

Elevate performance across multiple stores by leading a team of General Managers to enhance customer experience, operational excellence, and profitable growth while fostering a collaborative and inclu...

East Windsor, CTRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $136K *

Lead the charge in designing and delivering impactful sales enablement programs that enhance seller capabilities and align with global market strategies, ensuring effective learning experiences and me...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $160K *

Unlock potential by driving new business sales in the employee benefits sector. Leverage consultative selling skills to engage with large employer clients, manage a territory plan, and collaborate wit...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$161K - $190K *

Transform the digital commerce experience by owning a high-velocity experimentation roadmap. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer journeys, improve conversion rates, and establish a robust exp...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $125K *

Elevate your career by driving strategic sales initiatives in a dynamic environment. Leverage your expertise to build relationships, influence decision-makers, and expand market presence while managin...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $180K *

Empower your career by leading strategic merchandising planning and financial forecasting. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive insights and optimize category performance while mentoring a high-per...

Bentonville, ARRemote

6 days ago

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

$78K - $105K *

Empower the brand's visual identity by creating impactful designs across digital and print channels. Lead projects from conception to execution, ensuring quality and alignment with brand strategy whil...

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

$160K - $170K *

Join a team that's redefining production excellence by leading end-to-end photo and video shoots. You'll manage budgets, build partnerships, and create efficient workflows while ensuring brand integri...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$105K - $176K *

Lead the charge in tax compliance and provision management, overseeing federal, state, and local returns. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure timely filings and support tax strategies for busines...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$82K - $139K *

Lead the charge in transforming complex customer agreements into compliant ASC 606 conclusions, ensuring accurate revenue processes while partnering across teams to automate and enhance operational ef...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$124K - $206K *

Drive the end-to-end revenue marketing strategy to enhance pipeline growth, accelerate revenue, and strengthen market positioning. Lead a cross-functional team to optimize performance and scale impact...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $190K *

Shape the future of global sales strategy by leading commercial efforts, driving revenue growth, and enhancing customer engagement across diverse market segments in a dynamic, collaborative environmen...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$105K - $120K *

Elevate project management excellence by leading a dynamic team, ensuring high-quality execution across flagship accounts, and driving operational efficiency through strategic oversight and collaborat...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $220K *

Transform complex challenges into actionable strategies by leading integrated campaigns that align government affairs, communications, and stakeholder engagement to advance business objectives and enh...

Bentonville, ARRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.