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Store Director Jobs in Portland, ME (NOW HIRING)

Assistant Manager

Portland, ME · On-site

$21.50 - $27/hr

Support the Store Director & Associate Store Manager to directly impact business results with a meaningful connection to every aspect of the brand while maximizing profitability. * Own your ...

Assistant Manager

Portland, ME · On-site

$21.50 - $27/hr

Support the Store Director & Associate Store Manager to directly impact business results with a meaningful connection to every aspect of the brand while maximizing profitability. * Own your ...

Assistant Manager

Freeport, ME · On-site

$19.50 - $24.35/hr

Support the Store Director & Associate Store Manager to directly impact business results with a meaningful connection to every aspect of the brand while maximizing profitability. * Own your ...

Store Manager

Windham, ME · On-site

$52K/yr

Take feedback and build a strong relationship with your District Manager and Store Director. * We offer a thorough training program at our corporate office in North Reading to ensure you're ...

Take feedback and build a strong relationship with your District Manager and Store Director. * We offer a thorough training program at our corporate office in North Reading to ensure you're ...

Take feedback and build a strong relationship with your District Manager and Store Director. * We offer a thorough training program at our corporate office in North Reading to ensure you're ...

Take feedback and build a strong relationship with your District Manager and Store Director. * We offer a thorough training program at our corporate office in North Reading to ensure you're ...

Take feedback and build a strong relationship with your District Manager and Store Director. * We offer a thorough training program at our corporate office in North Reading to ensure you're ...

Store Manager

Naples, ME · On-site

$52K/yr

Take feedback and build a strong relationship with your District Manager and Store Director. * We offer a thorough training program at our corporate office in North Reading to ensure you're ...

Store Manager

Windham, ME · On-site

$52K/yr

Take feedback and build a strong relationship with your District Manager and Store Director. * We offer a thorough training program at our corporate office in North Reading to ensure you're ...

Take feedback and build a strong relationship with your District Manager and Store Director. * We offer a thorough training program at our corporate office in North Reading to ensure you're ...

Store Manager

Raymond, ME · On-site

$52K/yr

Take feedback and build a strong relationship with your District Manager and Store Director. * We offer a thorough training program at our corporate office in North Reading to ensure you're ...

Store Manager

Gray, ME · On-site

$52K/yr

Take feedback and build a strong relationship with your District Manager and Store Director. * We offer a thorough training program at our corporate office in North Reading to ensure you're ...

Store Manager

Standish, ME · On-site

$52K/yr

Take feedback and build a strong relationship with your District Manager and Store Director. * We offer a thorough training program at our corporate office in North Reading to ensure you're ...

Take feedback and build a strong relationship with your District Manager and Store Director. * We offer a thorough training program at our corporate office in North Reading to ensure you're ...

Leads and manages store team members, including recruitment, hiring, performance management, and discipline of direct reports to ensure teams are engaged and performing their responsibilities to ...

Leads and manages store team members, including recruitment, hiring, performance management, and discipline of direct reports to ensure teams are engaged and performing their responsibilities to ...

Leads and manages store team members, including recruitment, hiring, performance management, and discipline of direct reports to ensure teams are engaged and performing their responsibilities to ...

Leads and manages store team members, including recruitment, hiring, performance management, and discipline of direct reports to ensure teams are engaged and performing their responsibilities to ...

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How much do store director jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 10, 2026, the average yearly pay for store director in Portland, ME is $84,026.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61,400.00 and $100,300.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by store directors and how can they be effectively managed?

Store Directors often face challenges such as balancing operational efficiency with exceptional customer service, managing diverse teams, and meeting sales targets in a competitive retail environment. To effectively manage these challenges, Store Directors should prioritize clear communication, foster a collaborative team culture, and leverage data-driven decision-making. Regularly training staff, staying adaptable to market trends, and maintaining strong relationships with both employees and customers are also essential for success in this role.

What is a store director?

A Store Director is a senior management professional responsible for overseeing all operations and functions within a retail store. Their duties typically include managing staff, ensuring excellent customer service, setting sales targets, monitoring inventory, and implementing company policies. Store Directors play a crucial role in driving store profitability, maintaining high standards for merchandising and presentation, and representing the company's brand. They often report to regional or district managers and may handle budgeting, recruiting, and performance reviews. Effective Store Directors possess strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a store director, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Store Director, you need strong leadership, retail operations knowledge, and experience in inventory management, typically backed by a bachelor's degree or equivalent retail management experience. Familiarity with point-of-sale (POS) systems, workforce scheduling software, and retail analytics tools is essential. Exceptional communication, problem-solving, and team-building skills distinguish top performers in this role. These abilities are crucial for driving sales, optimizing store performance, and fostering a positive team environment.

What is the difference between Store Director vs Store Manager?

AspectStore DirectorStore Manager
ResponsibilitiesOversees multiple store locations, develops strategic plans, manages senior staffManages daily store operations, supervises staff, ensures sales targets are met
Required CredentialsTypically requires a bachelor's degree in business or related field, leadership experienceHigh school diploma or associate degree, retail management experience
Work EnvironmentCorporate office and multiple retail locationsSingle retail store
Industry UsageCommon in large retail chains and corporate retailCommon in various retail settings, including small to mid-sized stores

The main difference between a Store Director and a Store Manager lies in scope and responsibilities. Store Directors oversee multiple locations and focus on strategic planning, while Store Managers handle daily store operations. Both roles require retail experience, but Store Directors typically need more advanced credentials and leadership skills.

Do you need a degree to be a store director?

A degree is not always required to become a store director, but many employers prefer candidates with a bachelor's degree in business, management, or related fields. Relevant experience in retail management, strong leadership skills, and knowledge of store operations are often more important for this role.
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Infographic showing various Store Director job openings in Portland, ME as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 18% Part Time, 1% Temporary, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 92% Physical, 3% Hybrid, and 5% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,026 per year, or $40.4 per hour.

Store Director (Store Manager) - Maine

Target

Biddeford, ME • On-site

$106K - $212K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 26 days ago


Target rating

6.6

Company rating: 6.6 out of 10

Based on 6,976 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

14th of 39 rated national retailers


Job description

The pay range is $106,000.00 - $212,000.00

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position.These include labor markets and in some instancesmay include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves.Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation.Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond at https://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.

The pay range is $106,000.00 - $212,000.00

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves.Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation.Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond athttps://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.

The pay range is $104,000.00 - $208,000.00

Pay is based on several factors which vary based on position. These include labor markets and in some instances may include education, work experience and certifications. In addition to your pay, Target cares about and invests in you as a team member, so that you can take care of yourself and your family. Target offers eligible team members and their dependents comprehensive health benefits and programs, which may include medical, vision, dental, life insurance and more, to help you and your family take care of your whole selves.Other benefits for eligible team members include 401(k), employee discount, short term disability, long term disability, paid sick leave, paid national holidays, and paid vacation.Find competitive benefits from financial and education to well-being and beyond athttps://corporate.target.com/careers/benefits.

ALL ABOUT TARGET

As part of our collaborative and guest-obsessed team, you help us create an experience that makes guests say "I love Target!" You're working alongside a dedicated team that brings their passion and pride to all that they do. You make shopping at Target inviting, frictionless and rewarding - leaving guests excited to come back.

ALL ABOUT STORE LEADERSHIP

You run a profitable growth business that has one purpose: to help all families discover the joy of everyday life. You lead a sales force of experts, advocates and consultants that discover guests' needs and offer solutions to earn their loyalty. You lead teams that are passionate about making sure guests get what they came for (plus a little more) every time they shop at your store. You develop leaders who care about their team members, and team members who care about their guests and each other. At Target we believe in our leaders having meaningful experiences that help them build and develop skills for a career.

The role of a Store Director can provide you with the:

Knowledge of guest service fundamentals and experience building and managing a guest first culture across the store

Skills in retail business financials (e.g. payroll, profit and loss) and driving sales growth

Experience creating store specific strategies and managing your team to deliver results

Knowledge of retail business fundamentals for total store: sales trends, inventory management, guest shopping patterns & satisfaction, pricing and promotions strategies, and specialty businesses

Skills in setting and planning total store quarterly business priorities and managing a team to deliver on sales goals

Make business decisions by assessing market competition, understanding guest insights and feedback

Experience managing a large team of hourly team members and leaders as well as leaders of leaders

Skills in recruiting, selecting, talent management and talent planning across all departments of the store

As a Store Director, no two days are ever the same, but a typical day will most likely include the following responsibilities:

Own your store's overall business to drive efficiency and grow sales

Leverage your reports (financial, operational, team and guest) to understand the business and make decisions.

Understand sales trends and lead your team to drive sales growth in core businesses (Style, Beauty, Electronics, Food & Beverage) by leaning into key seasons, events and weekends.

Know and assess the competition; leverage guest insights and feedback to drive the business and be the destination of choice for our guests.

Lead an efficient operation to fund the sales culture.

As a key carrier, follow all safe and secure training and processes.

Address store needs (emergency, regulatory visits, etc.).

Always demonstrate a culture of ethical conduct, safety and compliance. Lead and hold the team accountable to work in the same way. Cultivate a guest-centric and engaged team

Develop a team and culture that is committed to guest loyalty and shares services and rewards like REDcard, Drive-up, Order Pick-Up, Shipt and Wallet to improve convenience and frequency.

Lead a confident and knowledgeable sales force that delivers a differentiated experience for our guests, prioritizes the guest over task and delivers a welcoming, inspiring, rewarding and easy guest experience.

Recruit, hire and retain a passionate team for area specific knowledge and expertise.

Invest in training to enhance skills and capabilities

Evaluate and manage individual impact through a total store contribution.

Create sustainable talent strategies to fuel continued team growth.

Own and implement exempt and hourly schedules that align to guest and business needs (including weekends, mornings, evenings, overnight, and appropriate seasonal adjustments).

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR

We might be a great match if:

Working in a fun and energetic environment makes you excited.... We work efficiently and as a team to take care of our guests

Providing service to our guests that makes them say I LOVE TARGET! excites you.... That's why we love working at Target

Leading teams who are stocking, setting and selling Target products sounds like your thing... That's the core of what we do

You aren't looking for Monday thru Friday job where you are at a computer all day... We are busy all day (especially on the weekends), making it easy for the guest to feel welcomed, inspired and rewarded

The good news is that we have some amazing training that will help teach you everything you need to know to be a Store Director.

But there are a few skills you should have from the get go:

4 year degree or equivalent experience

Strong interpersonal and communication skills

Strong cognitive skills, including problem analysis, decision making, financial and quantitative analysis

Manage conflict and lead and hold others accountable

Relate well with and interact with all levels of the organization

Welcoming and helpful attitude

Manage workload and prioritize tasks independently

We are an awesome place to work and care about our teams, so we want to make sure we are clear on a few more basics that we expect:

Access all areas of the building to respond to guest or team member issues

Interpret instructions, reports and information

Accurately handle cash register operations

Climb up and down ladders

Scan, handle and move merchandise efficiently and safely, including frequently lifting or moving merchandise up to 40 pounds

Flexible work schedule (e.g., nights, weekends and holidays) and regular attendance necessary

Benefits Eligibility

Please paste this url into your preferred browser to learn about benefits eligibility for this role:https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_F

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out tocandidate.accommodations@HRHelp.Target.com.Non-accommodation-relatedrequests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel.

Benefits Eligibility

Please paste this url into your preferred browser to learn about benefits eligibility for this role: https://tgt.biz/BenefitsForYou_F

Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA)

In compliance with state and federal laws, Target will make reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities. If a reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or interview process, please reach out to candidate.accommodations@HRHelp.Target.com. Non-accommodation-related requests, such as application follow-ups or technical issues, will not be addressed through this channel.


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About Target

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We're here to help all families discover the joy of everyday life. Target is a general merchandise retailer with stores in all 50 U.S. states and the District of Columbia. 75% of the U.S. population lives within 10 miles of a Target store. We employ 400,000+ Our tagline is "Expect More. Pay Less." We've been using it since 1994! The Target Corporation also owns Shipt and Roundel. More to love! Target is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota, its hometown since the first Target store opened in 1962 under The Dayton Company.

Industry

Retail and scientific research and development services

Company size

10,000+ Employees

Headquarters location

Minneapolis, MN, US