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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$325K - $375K *

Drive revenue growth by leading a high-performing sales team in the Mid-Enterprise segment. Shape strategies for customer acquisition and market penetration while fostering relationships and collabora...

Philadelphia, PARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive new business by identifying and securing high-value clients in targeted industries. Focus on relationship building, contract negotiations, and seamless onboarding to expand market presence and a...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$140K - $150K *

Unlock potential by leading audience-first media strategies that connect client goals with consumer insights. Drive impactful planning across national and local markets, leveraging advanced tools to i...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$142K - $287K *

Empower strategic account management and revenue growth by leading a team to engage with Americas-based storage customers, driving multi-year design wins and fostering executive relationships to enhan...

Reposted today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$300K - $450K *

Join us to drive growth in the Federal sector by leveraging your sales expertise. Collaborate with partners and customers to develop tailored solutions, enhance relationships, and exceed sales goals w...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$265K - $424K *

Champion growth by leading a dynamic sales team, refining strategies, and driving customer acquisition in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate cross-functionally to exceed targets and foster a cultur...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$130K - $150K *

Elevate your career by partnering with executive leadership to drive strategic initiatives, operational excellence, and business transformation in a rapidly growing healthcare organization. Engage in...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $150K *

Transform strategic initiatives into actionable plans by partnering with leadership to drive growth, operational excellence, and business transformation in a dynamic healthcare environment. Engage in...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$127K - $183K *

Engage with C-level executives to drive growth by managing strategic enterprise accounts. Utilize your SaaS expertise to navigate complex sales cycles, exceed revenue goals, and foster collaborative r...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $183K *

Unlock potential by driving growth and closing complex sales deals within your territory. Own strategic accounts, strengthen customer relationships, and leverage your SaaS expertise to engage C-level...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $183K *

Unlock growth by driving complex sales and developing strategic enterprise accounts. Collaborate with C-level executives to deliver tailored solutions, exceed revenue goals, and enhance customer exper...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$127K - $183K *

Shape the future of enterprise sales by driving growth and closing complex deals. Own strategic accounts, build relationships with C-level executives, and leverage your SaaS expertise to exceed revenu...

San Mateo, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$88K - $105K *

Grow your career with a role focused on driving revenue growth and building strong relationships. As the primary partner for strategic customers, you'll deliver exceptional value and foster loyalty th...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team focused on transforming the USA entertainment market by building strategic relationships and driving sales to bring immersive attractions to life, while exceeding targets and enhan...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$175K - $275K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing the sales strategy for a groundbreaking AI travel product, driving revenue growth and building long-term client relationships in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$160K - $340K *

Grow your career with a strategic role focused on expanding key accounts and winning new enterprise logos. Engage with top-tier clients, drive complex sales cycles, and collaborate across teams to del...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   15+ years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $180K *

Join a dynamic team as a leader driving business development in the life sciences sector. You'll cultivate client relationships, generate sales leads, and design strategic solutions to enhance our ser...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$120K - $230K *

Inspire and lead our media planning practice, setting strategic standards and driving client success through integrated strategies. Mentor a high-performing team while owning P&L for key accounts and...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $210K *

Drive your career with strategic leadership in media planning, shaping client success and agency standards. Lead a high-performing team, own P&L for key accounts, and influence industry conversations...

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $250K *

Drive revenue growth by mastering our value proposition, developing strategic sales approaches, and cultivating relationships with customers. Collaborate with internal teams to identify opportunities...

Washington, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $250K *

Shape the future of enterprise sales by mastering value propositions, cultivating customer relationships, and driving revenue growth through strategic sales initiatives and collaboration with internal...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $250K *

Drive strategic sales initiatives by mastering value propositions, cultivating client relationships, and identifying opportunities to exceed revenue goals. Collaborate with teams to deliver tailored s...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $250K *

Optimize sales performance by mastering the value proposition, developing strategic approaches, building relationships with clients, and identifying new opportunities to drive revenue and maintain com...

California, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$136K - $160K *

Drive global procurement strategies and foster client relationships to enhance value delivery. Lead cross-regional teams, ensuring alignment with client objectives while promoting sustainable sourcing...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$232K - $290K *

Optimize revenue generation by leading Sales and Revenue Operations, driving performance across customer-facing teams, and fostering a culture of excellence through strategic initiatives and cross-fun...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.