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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$108K - $130K *

Drive operations excellence in a high-volume distribution center, focusing on safety, productivity, and quality. Lead a skilled team, foster continuous improvement, and ensure seamless execution acros...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in financial planning and analysis, driving insights and strategic recommendations for growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance reporting accuracy and support executi...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Drive category strategy for Drinks & Cannabis, overseeing product selection, pricing, and vendor negotiations. Lead a team to enhance profitability and customer experience while collaborating with sen...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$95K - $110K *

Drive growth by leading a dynamic sales team across multiple territories, fostering key relationships, and pursuing new business opportunities to achieve corporate sales goals and enhance customer par...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $215K *

Lead digital activation strategies for clients, ensuring integrated campaigns are executed and optimized. Collaborate with teams to drive growth, manage investments, and deliver measurable results whi...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Champion cultural and operational change within the sales organization, driving talent development and fostering strong supplier relationships to position for future growth and innovation...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$80K - $95K *

Transform inventory management and forecasting strategies to optimize sales and margins across diverse departments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive performance and lead a team of plan...

Today

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

$100K - $120K *

Oversee community operations and drive occupancy growth in a dual leadership role. Lead team development, ensure regulatory compliance, and enhance resident satisfaction while maximizing revenue and d...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $220K *

Transform client needs into actionable solutions by bridging technical and commercial teams. Collaborate with leadership to shape strategies that enhance sales clarity and operational efficiency, ensu...

Illinois, USRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Lead a dynamic Field Sales team to drive revenue and enhance customer satisfaction. Develop strategic sales initiatives, optimize market share, and ensure operational goals are met through effective c...

Reposted 2 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career with a strategic role overseeing purchasing operations, managing supplier relationships, and optimizing inventory processes to meet company goals in a dynamic consumer products enviro...

6 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform integration processes by leading cross-functional teams to ensure seamless assimilation of acquired entities, driving productivity and optimizing enterprise-wide operations through strategic...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $110K *

Drive strategic sourcing initiatives for injection molded components, managing supplier performance and cost outcomes. Collaborate with engineering and operations to ensure production readiness and su...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $110K *

Oversee strategic sourcing for injection molded components, managing supplier performance and driving cost, quality, and delivery outcomes across multiple facilities. Collaborate with engineering and...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$80K - $110K *

Champion strategic sourcing initiatives for injection molded components, driving supplier performance and cost efficiency. Collaborate with engineering and operations to ensure seamless product launch...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $220K *

Transform the sales landscape by leading commercial strategies, driving growth, and enhancing customer relationships in the construction materials sector. This executive role requires strategic vision...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$150K - $180K *

Lead global commercial strategy and execution for revenue-driving initiatives, balancing short-term performance with long-term goals. Drive growth through cross-functional collaboration and strategic...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$136K - $203K *

Drive aftermarket revenue growth by leading sales and customer service teams, managing strategic relationships, and executing sales strategies in a technical aerospace environment. Shape long-term par...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$136K - $203K *

Join us to drive aftermarket revenue growth in aerospace and manufacturing. Lead a dynamic sales team, manage key customer relationships, and shape strategies for long-term success in a fast-paced, te...

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$154K - $231K *

Lead the charge in driving sales strategy execution, manage product expert teams, and foster relationships with key clients. Transform innovative ideas into actionable sales initiatives for product en...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by bridging business and technology in Finance & HR, driving product vision, strategy, and delivery. Collaborate with diverse teams to maximize value and ensure stakeholder alignment...

4 weeks ago

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

$94K - $145K *

Transform the customer experience by leading a dynamic team, driving sales growth, and collaborating across departments to achieve strategic goals in a fast-paced retail environment...

2 weeks ago

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

$75K - $180K *

Lead the charge in managing client relationships and account operations, ensuring alignment between brand strategy and agency deliverables. Collaborate across disciplines to drive quality, foster trus...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $180K *

Transform client relationships and drive strategic initiatives by managing day-to-day account operations, ensuring alignment across creative and analytical teams, and delivering exceptional value to c...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Join a collaborative finance team to optimize sales performance through insightful financial analysis and support. Drive business success by translating commercial strategies into actionable financial...

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.