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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$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading marketing operations to enhance efficiency, drive demand generation, and optimize analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build scalable systems that support...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $170K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead a multi-store retail operation, fostering a Customer First experience. Drive sales growth, cultivate talent, and enhance performance through effective leadership and st...

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

$130K - $140K *

Accelerate progress at driving growth and expanding market presence through strategic sales planning, client relationship management, and business development in the public sector, ensuring long-term...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$165K - $245K *

Drive the Rare Disease sales strategy in the Southwest, leading a team to enhance market presence and performance for liver disease products. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to build relations...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $245K *

Shape the future of rare disease treatment by leading a dynamic sales team in the Southwest. Drive strategic initiatives, build key partnerships, and implement impactful business plans to enhance pati...

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in driving sales growth across New England by managing key accounts and a dedicated sales team. Collaborate with ownership to establish goals and ensure exceptional customer service wh...

3 weeks ago

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

$138K - $386K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional gross-to-net services for pharmaceutical clients. Oversee cross-functional teams, manage GTN forecasting, and drive business development while ensuring client...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$138K - $386K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional gross-to-net services for pharmaceutical clients. Oversee cross-functional teams, manage GTN forecasting, and drive business development initiatives to enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovation by leading pricing strategies and go-to-market initiatives for Retail Media products. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize revenue growth and enhance advertiser value through ef...

1 week ago

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

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of catalog management by leading data-driven strategies, optimizing processes, and enhancing cross-functional collaboration to ensure comprehensive fitment and interchange coverage, d...

Yesterday

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead retail development projects by managing planning, execution, and coordination of store openings, relocations, and remodels, ensuring timely and budget-friendly delivery while collaborating with c...

Today

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead the agency relationship with a regional portfolio of dealerships, translating strategy into actionable plans. Drive integrated marketing efforts, build trust with General Managers, and ensure ali...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $170K *

Drive end-to-end production and logistics for retail accounts, ensuring timely delivery and quality standards. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and manage supplier perform...

6 days ago

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

$150K - $170K *

Drive end-to-end production and logistics for retail accounts, ensuring timely delivery and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes, manage budgets, and lead a high-perf...

6 days ago

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

$200K - $250K *

Join a dynamic team as an Account Director, leading integrated marketing campaigns, managing client relationships, and driving creative strategies to meet business objectives in a fast-paced environme...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Contribute to our growth by driving sales and marketing efforts, cultivating relationships, and achieving occupancy goals through effective lead generation and community engagement. Join a supportive...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$108K - $130K *

Advance your career by driving new business growth and expanding dealer partnerships. Own the full sales cycle, engage prospects, and build lasting relationships while achieving sales targets in a dyn...

1 week ago

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

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's driving growth and innovation as a strategic sales leader. You'll develop and execute commercial strategies, enhance customer relationships, and lead a high-performing sales organiz...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $250K *

Empower a high-performing sales team to drive growth and scale for a new product. Lead strategic client relationships, develop sales processes, and establish KPIs while fostering collaboration across...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$135K - $243K *

Champion operational excellence by leading a dynamic supply chain facility, focusing on safety, efficiency, and team development while driving fiscal responsibility and enhancing guest service...

Yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Seeking a driven sales professional to expand market share in MEP sectors across Western NC and SC. This role involves strategic planning, program development, and significant travel to achieve ambiti...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $272K *

Engage key customers in various industries to drive sales of the Salesforce Customer 360 platform. Collaborate with internal teams and develop strategies that align with customer objectives to maximiz...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$123K - $247K *

Unlock potential by driving growth with strategic enterprise accounts, building trusted relationships with C-suite decision makers, and maximizing customer value through the Salesforce Customer 360 pl...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $272K *

Join a team that's transforming customer success by driving AI innovation. You will work with key accounts in manufacturing and retail, developing strategies to maximize customer satisfaction and reve...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the strategic direction of Inbound and Outbound operations, ensuring performance targets are met while fostering a culture of safety, efficiency, and superior customer service across all levels o...

2 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.