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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$135K - $165K *

Shape the future of client success by leading strategic media effectiveness initiatives. Drive growth and influence investment decisions through expert advisory and innovative research, ensuring opera...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the DTC ecommerce strategy, driving revenue growth and customer engagement. Own the P&L, manage cross-functional teams, and optimize performance media and CRM initiatives t...

2 weeks ago

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

$140K - $192K *

Champion omnichannel growth by leading strategic activations and partnerships, optimizing digital commerce, and driving brand success at key retailers. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhan...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$95K - $115K *

Optimize regional Inside Sales operations by leading strategy execution, enhancing process standardization, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to e...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Take ownership of the luxury goods category, managing vendor relationships, negotiating pricing, and driving strategic purchasing decisions to enhance profitability and product offerings. Engage in a...

1 month ago

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

$80K - $95K *

Lead regional Inside Sales operations, driving process standardization and continuous improvement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance productivity and customer experience while ensurin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Optimize regional sales operations by leading process standardization, enhancing team capabilities, and driving continuous improvement initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure ef...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Empower your career by leading retail media strategies and mentoring a dynamic team. Drive client success through innovative campaign management and performance optimization while collaborating with k...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of retail media by leading a team, developing strategies, and optimizing campaigns. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive sales and enhance visibility while mento...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $110K *

Transform your career by leading retail media strategies, mentoring talent, and optimizing ad campaigns. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive sales and enhance visibility while staying ahead of indu...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead retail media strategies, mentor talent, and optimize ad campaigns. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive sales and enhance visibility while staying ahead of industry t...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Elevate retail media strategies by leading a dynamic team, optimizing campaigns, and fostering collaboration with stakeholders to drive sales and enhance visibility across multiple platforms...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $95K *

Lead and mentor a team in executing retail media strategies, optimizing campaigns, and enhancing client relationships. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive sales and visibility while staying ahead o...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Transform public sector sales by leading a dynamic team, fostering partnerships, and driving growth in cloud services. Leverage your expertise to exceed targets and enhance client relationships while...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive exponential growth by leading a dynamic sales team, nurturing client relationships, and strategizing for success in the public sector cloud market. Empower your team to exceed targets and delive...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Shape the future of retail media by leading a dynamic team, developing innovative strategies, and optimizing campaigns to drive client success. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance visibility and...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $140K *

Champion sales excellence by leading a team targeting Fortune 50+ clients. Drive strategic initiatives, foster customer relationships, and deliver innovative technology solutions to achieve ambitious...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$229K - $426K *

Transform sales strategies and drive revenue growth by leading a high-performing team focused on Federal Government legal accounts. Cultivate strong client relationships and implement innovative solut...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$229K - $426K *

Transform the Federal Government legal sector by leading a dynamic sales team, driving revenue growth, and enhancing client relationships. Leverage strategic insights and innovative tools to achieve s...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$229K - $426K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic sales team focused on driving revenue growth and client retention in the Federal Government legal sector. Collaborate cross-functionally to implement strategies t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $135K *

Elevate client partnerships by leading strategic initiatives, managing cross-channel teams, and driving growth for diverse accounts. Foster collaboration and deliver exceptional results while navigati...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$81K - $97K *

Drive operational excellence and sales growth by leading a high-performing team, fostering customer relationships, and optimizing service center performance in the electronic distribution industry...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $260K *

Drive strategic monetization initiatives to enhance customer experiences and revenue growth across diverse product categories, collaborating with cross-functional teams to build scalable solutions and...

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

$125K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading revenue recognition efforts, ensuring compliance with IFRS 15 and company policies. Collaborate with finance and commercial teams to drive accuracy in supplier income accou...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $163K *

Accelerate progress at expanding our portfolio by driving revenue and managing private label accounts while collaborating with cross-functional teams to create innovative, customer-centric solutions t...

United StatesRemote

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  •   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.