Director of Sales Jobs

Explore Director of Sales opportunities with companies seeking experienced leaders to build high-performing teams and grow revenue. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, including sales leadership roles across industries and markets.

What Does a Director of Sales Do?

A Director of Sales sets sales strategy and guides teams toward revenue and growth goals. Responsibilities often include developing sales plans, forecasting performance, managing key accounts, refining processes, and collaborating with marketing, product, and executive leadership. The scope of the role varies by company, industry, and organization size.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers commonly look for a record of sales achievement and leadership, along with strengths in strategic planning, coaching, negotiation, pipeline management, and data-driven decision-making. Experience with customer relationship management (CRM) systems, forecasting tools, and a specific market or sales model may also be valuable.

Director of Sales Salary and Career Outlook

Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, company size, and the responsibilities of the position. Many Director of Sales roles include a base salary and may offer performance-based incentives. Ladders focuses on professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more, helping experienced candidates explore senior sales leadership openings.

Find Director of Sales Opportunities on Ladders

Browse Director of Sales jobs and compare opportunities based on your experience, leadership strengths, and career goals. Explore vetted openings paying $100K or more and find roles where you can shape sales strategy, develop talent, and contribute to sustainable business growth.

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$295K - $325K *

Drive strategic sales leadership across the Western US, translating brand vision into effective field execution. Build and sustain a high-performing team while collaborating cross-functionally to achi...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$155K - $190K *

Manage the planning and execution of CMC operations across multiple development programs, ensuring alignment with regulatory milestones and efficient collaboration with cross-functional teams and CDMO...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Empower your career as a sales leader in the hospitality sector, driving new business development and building strong client relationships in the coffee and beverage industry. Join a dynamic team focu...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

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

$246K - $332K *

Lead a dynamic team in shaping clinical development strategies for rare kidney diseases. Collaborate across functions to drive innovative trials, ensuring patient-centered approaches and operational f...

San Diego, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Unlock new opportunities as you drive business growth in the life sciences sector. Focus on building relationships and matching client needs with innovative solutions in commercial consulting, brand c...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$350K - $410K *

Transform your career by leading a high-impact sales team focused on enterprise SaaS. Drive revenue growth through effective mentorship, strategy execution, and building scalable processes while foste...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $180K *

Reimagine client partnerships by managing complex relationships, driving performance, and leading recovery strategies. Collaborate with executives to ensure client success and identify growth opportun...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $240K *

Drive exceptional growth in driver acquisition by leading strategic initiatives and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance recruitment and onboarding processes, ensuring operational effi...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$78K - $87K *

Engage in strategic leadership as you develop and execute integrated PR programs for B2B tech clients. Shape narratives, mentor teams, and build influential media relationships to elevate brand visibi...

Seattle, WARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $113K *

Lead integrated PR strategies for B2B tech clients, driving impactful media relations and mentoring teams. Shape narratives around emerging technologies while fostering client partnerships and enhanci...

Seattle, WARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$140K - $170K *

Transform community engagement through strategic leadership, operational excellence, and cross-functional collaboration. Drive scalable health initiatives, enhance partnerships, and ensure measurable...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$77K - $173K *

Lead strategic sales initiatives within the Digital Infrastructure sector, leveraging industry expertise to drive growth and build relationships with key stakeholders. Identify and close opportunities...

Illinois, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$115K - $207K *

Elevate business growth by driving new client acquisitions and expanding existing accounts, while monitoring customer satisfaction and providing operational guidance across multiple plants to ensure s...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$160K - $200K *

Drive new business growth and deepen client relationships across diverse sectors. Leverage established networks to navigate complex sales cycles, ensuring tailored solutions that meet customer needs w...

Fishers, INRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K - $120K *

Elevate project management excellence by leading a dynamic team, ensuring high-quality execution across flagship accounts, and driving operational efficiency through strategic oversight and collaborat...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in cloud services. Leverage your sales expertise to identify opportunities, close deals, and shape the future of enterprise technology while collaborating with se...

Idaho, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform enterprise sales strategies by identifying and addressing client needs in Logistics and Manufacturing. Drive national account growth through innovative solutions, relationship building, and...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$197K - $239K *

Join us to lead AI-driven innovation in real-world data strategy, translating business priorities into actionable insights. Drive data intelligence and collaboration across teams to enhance evidence g...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$196K - $353K *

Champion the Northeast Region Oncology Sales team, driving strategy and execution for a groundbreaking mRNA therapy. Lead high-performing teams, foster key relationships, and ensure launch excellence...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $200K *

Champion commercial manufacturing excellence by leading technical operations, ensuring on-time delivery of drug products and APIs, and collaborating with regulatory teams to meet compliance and perfor...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$235K - $315K *

Join a mission-driven team to drive growth within law enforcement and first responder agencies. Utilize your unique background to build relationships, close deals, and expand accounts in a high-perfor...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$121K - $160K *

Advance your career by managing financial operations for project teams, enhancing reporting accuracy, and leading financial analysis to support clinical trials and strategic decision-making...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $160K *

Advance financial operations by managing project finance teams, enhancing reporting processes, and supporting month-end close activities. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate revenue recog...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate business growth by driving strategic sales initiatives across the Great Lakes region. Collaborate with internal teams to maximize revenue and enhance market presence while managing customer re...

Columbus, OHRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$400K - $500K *

Drive growth in the Media, Entertainment, Gaming, and Sports sector by leading a high-performing sales team, managing complex sales cycles, and building executive relationships to achieve ambitious re...

Los Angeles, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Sales do?question toggle

    A Director of Sales leads sales teams and develops strategies to meet revenue goals. The role may include forecasting, managing key accounts, coaching sales professionals, improving sales processes, and coordinating with other departments.

  • What qualifications are needed for Director of Sales jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary, but employers often seek significant sales experience, a history of meeting or exceeding targets, and leadership skills. Strategic planning, team development, negotiation, forecasting, and CRM proficiency are commonly valued.

  • How much does a Director of Sales earn?question toggle

    Pay varies by industry, location, company, and role scope. Compensation may include base salary and performance-based incentives. Ladders lists vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • What industries hire Directors of Sales?question toggle

    Directors of Sales work across many sectors, including technology, healthcare, financial services, manufacturing, retail, and business services. Responsibilities and preferred expertise depend on the company’s products, customers, and sales model.

  • How can I find Director of Sales jobs paying $100K or more?question toggle

    Browse Director of Sales listings on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more. Review role requirements and match opportunities to your experience and career goals.