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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$168K - $240K *

Lead the charge in optimizing business operations through innovative solutions, driving efficiency and productivity while fostering cross-functional collaboration and data-driven decision-making to en...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

Lead the global SIOP process, ensuring synchronization across Sales, Marketing, and Supply Chain functions to optimize inventory and enhance operational efficiency for $1.2B in annual sales. Drive str...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$78K - $117K *

Join a team that's redefining retail merchandising by managing end-to-end initiatives, collaborating with sales teams, and optimizing vendor performance to drive strategic growth and enhance customer...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$78K - $117K *

Lead the charge in retail merchandising management, overseeing budgets, vendor performance, and inventory forecasts to drive sales strategies and enhance product offerings across the Lottery Business...

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$80K - $90K *

Discover the opportunity to lead sales growth and cultivate relationships within the turf industry. Strategically manage customer portfolios while delivering tailored solutions that enhance turf perfo...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that drives sales growth in the turf industry, managing key customer relationships and expanding market share. Utilize technical expertise to deliver solutions that enhance turf performanc...

Georgetown, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $90K *

Drive community growth by executing marketing strategies, achieving occupancy goals, and managing sales processes. Collaborate with leadership to enhance resident satisfaction and maintain competitive...

Yesterday

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

$80K - $95K *

Empower a team of Partnerships Directors by coaching and developing their sales skills, creating effective sales practices, and leveraging data to drive performance. This role blends teaching and mana...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $90K *

Accelerate progress at a leading security solutions company as you drive growth in Michigan. Build partnerships, oversee the sales process, and master our portfolio to exceed targets and deliver top-n...

Michigan, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $163K *

Lead digital growth across Trade partners by managing ecommerce performance, driving strategic partnerships, and optimizing for revenue while ensuring premium brand positioning and leveraging analytic...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of performance advertising by driving new business and managing the full sales cycle. Collaborate with app advertisers to address their growth challenges and deliver tailored solution...

Union, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$155K - $165K *

Champion enterprise account growth by cultivating relationships, driving renewals, and maximizing customer value through strategic solutions and consultative selling in a dynamic environment...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$95K - $105K *

Transform dealership sales processes by collaborating with management and enhancing digital strategies. Leverage your expertise in SEO, CRM, and training to drive performance and optimize business mod...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $95K *

Help us shape the future of digital advertising by leading a team in delivering programmatic campaign excellence and leveraging data-driven insights to meet client objectives across various channels...

New York, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$174K - $261K *

Join a team that's transforming enterprise technology strategies by leading specialized sales efforts in cloud, data, and AI solutions. Drive innovation and build trusted relationships with CIOs to un...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $261K *

Lead the charge in driving complex enterprise sales cycles, coaching a high-performing team to engage with CIOs and CTOs. Shape strategic technology roadmaps and foster collaboration across business u...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $261K *

Drive transformative sales strategies by leading a specialized team focused on cloud, data, and AI solutions. Engage with CIOs and CTOs to modernize technology strategies and unlock business value thr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $261K *

Accelerate enterprise sales by leading a specialized team to drive complex platform solutions, engaging with CIOs and IT leaders to modernize technology strategies and enhance business value through i...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $261K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise sales by leading a specialized group focused on cloud, data, and AI solutions. Drive strategic relationships with CIOs and CTOs, fostering innovation and accou...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $261K *

Drive innovation in enterprise sales by leading a specialized team focused on cloud, data, and AI solutions. Engage with CIOs and CTOs to modernize technology strategies and enhance business value thr...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $261K *

Lead the charge in transforming enterprise technology strategies by coaching a specialized sales team. Drive complex sales cycles and foster executive relationships to unlock business value and align...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $261K *

Lead a specialized sales team to drive complex platform sales, fostering executive relationships and coaching high-performing sellers to modernize technology strategies and enhance business value thro...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $261K *

Drive your career forward by leading a specialized sales team focused on innovative platform solutions. Engage with enterprise customers to modernize IT strategies and unlock business value through co...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $261K *

Transform enterprise sales by leading a specialized team focused on cloud solutions. Engage with CIOs and CTOs to drive complex sales cycles, coach high-performing sellers, and align technology strate...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $261K *

Transform enterprise sales by leading a specialized team focused on cloud solutions. Drive strategic relationships with CIOs, coach high-performing sellers, and orchestrate complex sales cycles to unl...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

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.