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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$41K - $156K *

Accelerate your career by conducting in-home sales presentations, building trust with customers, and closing deals. Enjoy warm leads, extensive training, and unlimited earning potential in a supportiv...

1 week ago

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

$200K - $275K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead high-volume distribution operations, driving excellence and coaching a large workforce. Your hands-on leadership will enhance productivity and service quality in a vast...

Yesterday

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

$200K - $275K *

Transform warehouse operations by leading a high-performing team, driving excellence, and ensuring exceptional service in a dynamic environment. Engage directly with daily tasks while fostering a cult...

Yesterday

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

$312K - $500K+*

Lead the charge in driving portfolio growth and retention for a diverse client base. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize account management strategies and enhance client relationships...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead and drive strategic digital activation initiatives, overseeing campaign lifecycles and optimizing performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights and elevate c...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$200K - $275K *

Drive a high-performing sales team while engaging directly in critical deals. Own revenue performance and lead the development of exceptional sales talent in a fast-paced environment, collaborating ac...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$200K - $275K *

Grow your career by leading a dynamic sales team in the B2B tech space, driving revenue growth and fostering strong customer relationships. Engage directly in strategic sales opportunities and cultiva...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$200K - $275K *

Deliver strategic leadership by scaling a high-performing sales team that drives revenue and fosters client relationships for complex enterprise opportunities, while improving processes and execution...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $150K *

Empower sales teams by developing strategic initiatives that enhance effectiveness, drive growth, and foster a high-performance culture. Collaborate with leaders to optimize processes and tools, ensur...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Drive sales excellence and business development by creating strategic frameworks, enhancing sales effectiveness, and fostering leadership capabilities to achieve growth objectives and improve organiza...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive partner revenue and enhance relationships across various sectors. Own the partner lifecycle, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and deliver exceptional experienc...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$85K - $139K *

Join a team that's dedicated to leveraging data insights for strategic decisions. Lead cross-functional initiatives to enhance business performance through advanced analytics and visualization, delive...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving growth in the mid-market restaurant sector. Own the full sales cycle, from prospecting to closing, while building strong relationships with key decision-makers and deliverin...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$125K - $150K *

Transform mid-market restaurant sales by driving new-logo revenue, managing full-cycle sales, and building strong business cases. Engage key decision-makers, exceed quotas, and create scalable sales s...

Plano, TXRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$125K - $150K *

Lead transformative sales strategies and initiatives to enhance effectiveness, drive growth, and foster a high-performance culture. Collaborate with senior leaders to optimize processes and develop sc...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Develop and execute national sales strategies while leading a high-performing team. Drive growth, enhance customer relationships, and ensure effective sales execution across product lines to achieve r...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$80K - $100K *

Accelerate progress at our dynamic sales team by driving new business growth, managing client relationships, and exceeding sales goals in the NYC territory. Collaborate with key decision-makers to sho...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$70K - $100K *

Unlock potential by designing innovative marketing campaigns that drive results for local businesses. Build strong relationships and leverage data-driven strategies to expand your client base in a dyn...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$98K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of automotive insights by leading strategic research and client relationships across U.S. and Canadian markets. Elevate deliverables and drive innovation while me...

Toronto, ONRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$75K - $90K *

Transform the in-home sales experience by coaching and developing a team of Flooring Consultants. Drive measurable improvements in customer engagement and sales performance through real-time observati...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Elevate retail operations across multiple regions by developing and executing strategies that drive financial performance, enhance customer satisfaction, and foster a highly engaged workforce in a dyn...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Advance enterprise innovation by leading a collaborative strategy that transforms insights into measurable growth, fostering cross-segment collaboration and foresight to drive long-term opportunities...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $160K *

Drive strategic account management and business development in the Enterprise market, fostering relationships and executing sales strategies to achieve growth and success across the Southeast US terri...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $105K *

Lead the charge in optimizing retail operations across multiple regions, ensuring financial success, exceptional customer service, and compliance with policies while cultivating a skilled workforce an...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$100K - $120K *

Drive sales growth by managing key AV channel accounts, developing innovative marketing strategies, and fostering strong relationships with top-tier clients in the Northeast region. Collaborate with m...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise 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.