Director, Strategic Accounts Jobs

Explore Director, Strategic Accounts opportunities for experienced leaders who build lasting customer partnerships and grow revenue from high-value accounts. These roles combine relationship management, commercial strategy, and team leadership to help organizations deliver value to their most important clients. Ladders features vetted professional jobs with salaries of $100,000 or more.

What Does a Director of Strategic Accounts Do?

A Director of Strategic Accounts develops and oversees plans for an organization’s largest or most influential customers. Responsibilities commonly include setting account strategy, strengthening executive relationships, identifying opportunities to expand business, coordinating cross-functional teams, and ensuring solutions align with client goals. Directors may also lead account managers, monitor performance, negotiate agreements, and forecast revenue.

Skills and Experience Employers Seek

Employers often look for a record of growing complex accounts, strong communication and negotiation skills, and the ability to influence senior stakeholders. Strategic thinking, financial and pipeline analysis, customer success expertise, and experience leading teams can also be important. Requirements vary by industry and company, and some roles favor backgrounds in enterprise sales, business development, or client services.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Director, Strategic Accounts positions are available across sectors such as technology, healthcare, financial services, consulting, and business services. Depending on the organization, the role may focus on enterprise customers, national accounts, channel partners, or a specific market. It can offer a path to senior commercial leadership, including vice president of strategic accounts, sales leadership, or customer growth roles.

Find Director, Strategic Accounts Jobs on Ladders

Search Ladders for vetted Director, Strategic Accounts openings with salaries of $100,000 or more. Compare opportunities by industry, location, and responsibilities to find a role that fits your leadership experience and career goals. Review each listing for compensation details, qualifications, and the scope of its customer portfolio.

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$75K - $250K *

Engage with key Pharmaceutical accounts to drive strategic growth and influence IT spending. Build executive relationships, develop account plans, and collaborate cross-functionally to deliver integra...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $140K *

Engage with pharmaceutical and biotech leaders to drive software sales, develop strategic plans, and nurture client relationships. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored solutions and gat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $140K *

Unlock potential by driving sales in the pharmaceutical and biotech sectors. Collaborate with scientists and leaders to develop strategic plans, nurture relationships, and deliver innovative software...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $230K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic planning initiatives, driving brand growth, and mentoring talent. Utilize your expertise in market trends and client management to deliver impactful results ac...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $230K *

Drive strategic planning initiatives across multiple accounts, leveraging brand expertise and client management skills. Lead talent development and foster collaboration to deliver impactful results in...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$144K - $180K *

Engage with top-tier enterprises to build lasting relationships, driving security and operational solutions. Lead a dedicated team to expand accounts from initial deployment to multi-site programs, en...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$134K - $209K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of corporate services sales, driving market expansion through strategic partnerships and innovative solutions. Lead client acquisition and retention efforts while...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$230K - $350K *

Unlock potential by driving strategic growth for major accounts, leveraging Sales Navigator to enhance client relationships and revenue. Collaborate across teams to deliver insights and solutions that...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

The Strategic Account Executive at Virtuous will leverage inbound and outbound sales techniques to sell complex cloud-based software solutions to large and medium-sized nonprofits. This role involves...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$60K - $140K *

Champion client relationships and programmatic strategies, overseeing campaign execution and performance. Lead a team, drive operational excellence, and enhance client satisfaction through strategic i...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $215K *

Help us foster connectivity across teams to optimize talent operations and enhance organizational effectiveness. Collaborate with leadership to manage resources, support internal mobility, and drive o...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on increasing market share, nurturing customer relationships, and driving sales in the security industry. Leverage your expertise to uncover opportunities...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your career by driving market share and building lasting customer relationships. Leverage your sales expertise in the security industry to uncover opportunities and implement effective trainin...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving sales growth, enhancing customer relationships, and identifying new market opportunities in the security and AV technology sectors. Collaborate with teams to ensure excepti...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$90K - $110K *

Elevate client success by leading a dynamic Account Management team, driving campaign excellence across digital and streaming platforms. Collaborate with sales and internal teams to optimize workflows...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$85K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing profitability by managing key client relationships, supporting strategic initiatives, and delivering actionable insights through data analysis to drive results across the...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$170K - $200K *

Join a team that's driving strategic growth by managing key accounts, developing tailored solutions, and fostering relationships to enhance revenue and market presence in the semiconductor industry...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $124K *

Champion growth by leveraging your sales expertise in the production industry. Drive new business revenue, expand market share, and build strong relationships with key decision-makers while delivering...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $100K *

Build strategic partnerships across multiple locations to drive growth and retention. Leverage strong relationships with corporate decision-makers to identify opportunities and enhance product offerin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Manage and grow key customer relationships, developing strategies for profitable growth. Collaborate across teams to deliver solutions and enhance customer satisfaction. Build trust and influence deci...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $300K *

Unlock your potential by driving strategic growth within key healthcare accounts. Collaborate with teams to enhance market positioning and close significant business opportunities that impact organiza...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $300K *

Advance your career by shaping the future of healthcare sales. Drive strategic growth within key accounts, leveraging your expertise to penetrate complex markets and foster relationships with decision...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$255K - $300K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise sales by owning the full sales cycle, engaging C-suite executives, and driving impactful solutions in a fast-paced environment. Your consultative approach will...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $215K *

Drive operational excellence by leading cross-functional teams to enhance media planning and execution. Leverage strategic insights and project management skills to optimize resources and exceed clien...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$90K - $215K *

Develop and implement strategic operations processes to enhance client deliverables, ensuring efficiency across creative, financial, and data operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to dri...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Director of Strategic Accounts do?question toggle

    A Director of Strategic Accounts sets strategies for important customers, develops executive relationships, identifies account growth opportunities, and coordinates teams to deliver on client needs. The role may also include leading account staff, managing forecasts, and negotiating contracts.

  • What qualifications are common for Director, Strategic Accounts jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly seek substantial experience managing or growing complex customer accounts, strong communication and negotiation abilities, and a record of working with senior stakeholders. Leadership experience and industry-specific knowledge may also be required.

  • How much do Director, Strategic Accounts jobs pay?question toggle

    Compensation varies by employer, industry, location, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for salary ranges and compensation details.

  • What is the difference between strategic account management and sales?question toggle

    Strategic account management typically focuses on the long-term growth and retention of high-value customers, while sales can include finding and closing new business. Director-level roles may involve both, depending on the organization.

  • Where can I find Director, Strategic Accounts jobs?question toggle

    You can explore vetted Director, Strategic Accounts opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more. Use listing details to compare industries, locations, responsibilities, and compensation.