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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$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's committed to transforming literacy by collaborating with school leaders. Leverage your educational leadership experience in a dynamic role, driving partnerships that foster effectiv...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$150K - $190K *

Manage strategic global accounts by executing sales strategies, analyzing market conditions, and fostering relationships with stakeholders to drive revenue growth and ensure customer satisfaction in t...

San Jose, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as a strategic advisor, driving enterprise success on Amazon. Manage complex initiatives, build executive partnerships, and deliver transformative results through innovative adve...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $245K *

Empower your career by leading regulatory advertising initiatives, ensuring compliance while collaborating with cross-functional teams to develop impactful product messaging for marketed and pipeline...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$350K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in surgical technology sales. Manage complex sales processes, build relationships with key stakeholders, and achieve targets while promoting advanced surgical sys...

New York, NYRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $178K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic growth for hyperscale and silicon design customers. Own global account strategy, manage complex negotiations, and coordinate cross-functional teams to deliver inno...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $170K *

Optimize revenue operations by partnering with leadership to enhance GTM strategies, manage HubSpot systems, and drive data quality. Lead analytics and reporting while fostering cross-functional align...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$400K - $500K *

Drive growth in the Media, Entertainment, Gaming, and Sports sector by leading a high-performing sales team, managing complex sales cycles, and building executive relationships to achieve ambitious re...

Los Angeles, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$235K - $270K *

Elevate your career by leading access strategy across the Mountain and Pacific territories. Drive relationships with regional payers and ensure launch readiness for rare disease products while collabo...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $230K *

Pioneer innovative oncology solutions by building strong relationships with key stakeholders, driving product adoption, and exceeding performance goals in a dynamic biopharma environment focused on pa...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to drive technical pre-sales, mentor peers, and enhance customer relationships. Own the sales process for strategic accounts, ensuring seamless transitions and fostering growth thr...

San Francisco, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$120K - $160K *

Drive exceptional adoption of our investigational therapy by building relationships with healthcare providers, executing effective territory plans, and transforming clinical insights into practice out...

Columbus, OHRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$166K - $222K *

Empower teams to deliver impactful data insights that drive strategic decisions. Lead and mentor diverse analytics professionals while overseeing complex projects, ensuring alignment with business goa...

Sacramento, CARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$86K - $143K *

Champion client relationships by managing day-to-day communications and supporting advertising programs. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure alignment with client objectives and deliver...

Mooresville, NCRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$146K - $244K *

Transform pricing and monetization strategies across a complex portfolio, driving alignment and execution with cross-functional teams to enhance customer value and profitability while leading innovati...

New Jersey, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$195K - $280K *

Help us drive product marketing excellence, shaping strategy through insights and leading critical initiatives within the B2B framework. Collaborate to enhance merchant storytelling and optimize go-to...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading commercial strategy and sales for Hyatt Studios hotels. Collaborate with teams to identify opportunities, enhance performance, and drive revenue across a diverse portfolio...

Chicago, ILRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of concrete solutions by driving market growth and expanding business opportunities. Utilize your sales expertise to engage with industry stakeholders and deliver...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$120K - $125K *

Shape the future of aluminum plate solutions by leading cross-functional teams to drive strategy and execution. This remote role requires significant travel to build partnerships and optimize processe...

Southfield, MIRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$190K - $220K *

Drive your career by leading a global trade compliance program, ensuring adherence to international regulations while enhancing governance and operational efficiency across a complex business landscap...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Business Services

$222K - $278K *

Champion enterprise sales by developing executive relationships and driving revenue growth. Own customer engagements from prospecting to close while embodying our cultural principles in a dynamic, fas...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Champion sales growth by managing SLED accounts and driving new business. Leverage your expertise in telecommunications to meet ambitious revenue targets while fostering strong customer relationships...

Georgia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Advance your career by driving sales growth and managing key SLED accounts. Leverage your expertise in telecommunications to achieve targets and foster strong client relationships in a dynamic, remote...

Nevada, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at our team by driving strategic sales for SLED accounts, leveraging expertise in the E-rate process and state procurement cycles to uncover opportunities and deliver tailored solu...

Massachusetts, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate growth in the Life Sciences sector by leading sales teams, strategizing market approaches, and fostering strong client relationships to achieve ambitious sales goals and drive overall busin...

Michigan, USRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.