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Director of Retail Development

  • Full Time
  • US
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Lepley Recruiting Services

Join Lepley Recruiting Services as a Director of Retail Development and lead the strategic expansion of a high-growth retail division across the United States. This full-time position is based in the US and designed for an experienced leader ready to architect scalable systems and drive nationwide retail growth.

Role Overview

Our client is establishing a retail division with ambitious plans to scale across multiple regions. As Director of Retail Development, you'll architect the strategic framework, operational processes, and growth playbook that will enable consistent excellence across showroom locations. You'll transform vision into repeatable systems that drive measurable expansion and results.

What You'll Do

  • Design and optimize systems, processes, and operational protocols to support multi-location retail expansion
  • Develop a strategic growth playbook that ensures consistency and operational excellence across all showroom locations
  • Lead site selection, launch, and ramp initiatives for new retail locations
  • Build and mentor high-performing retail teams, establishing training and development standards
  • Monitor key performance metrics, P&L drivers, and market conditions to guide strategic adjustments
  • Travel approximately 25–30% to oversee store operations, support launches, and develop regional teams

Skills & Qualifications

  • Proven experience as a Director, VP, or senior leader in retail development, retail operations, or retail expansion
  • Track record of successfully scaling retail operations across multiple locations or markets
  • Strong strategic and analytical capabilities, with demonstrated expertise in systems design and process optimization
  • Solid understanding of retail P&L management, site economics, and location selection criteria
  • Excellent leadership, team-building, and communication skills
  • Comfort with frequent travel (25–30%) to support growth initiatives and regional oversight

Why Join Lepley Recruiting Services

This is an opportunity to build something meaningful—to create the operational infrastructure and strategic playbook that will define a growing retail brand's future. You'll partner with an organization that values strategic thinking, execution excellence, and sustainable growth. As a key leader, you'll have direct impact on company trajectory and the success of multiple retail locations nationwide.

Next Steps

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