Director, Strategic Sales Jobs

Explore Director, Strategic Sales jobs for experienced sales leaders ready to shape revenue strategy and build lasting customer relationships. These senior roles often focus on enterprise accounts, complex deal cycles, strategic partnerships, and high-value growth opportunities. Find vetted professional openings paying $100,000 or more on Ladders.

What Does a Director of Strategic Sales Do?

A Director of Strategic Sales leads teams and initiatives that drive revenue from key accounts, target markets, and major partnerships. Responsibilities may include setting sales plans, developing account strategies, forecasting performance, negotiating complex contracts, and working across marketing, product, finance, and customer success.

Common Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek a strong record of sales leadership and quota attainment, along with experience managing enterprise accounts and long sales cycles. Useful strengths include strategic planning, executive communication, negotiation, pipeline management, data-driven forecasting, and the ability to coach high-performing teams. Requirements vary by company and industry; some roles prefer a bachelor’s degree or relevant sector expertise.

Industries and Career Opportunities

Strategic sales directors work across industries such as technology, healthcare, financial services, consulting, and business services. Depending on the organization, the role may emphasize new-market growth, named accounts, channel partnerships, or expansion of existing customers. Related titles include Director of Enterprise Sales, Strategic Account Director, and Director of Business Development.

Find Director, Strategic Sales Jobs on Ladders

Browse Director, Strategic Sales openings on Ladders to discover vetted professional opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more. Compare responsibilities, industries, and leadership scope to identify roles that align with your experience and career goals.

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$156K - $290K *

Transform strategic direction by partnering with leadership to drive growth, evaluate opportunities, and translate insights into actionable initiatives that enhance customer value and ensure sustainab...

Georgia, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$151K - $302K *

Explore a leadership role driving growth and strategy in government health consulting. Collaborate with teams to enhance service delivery, manage vendor relationships, and support talent development w...

Washington, DCRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$272K - $374K *

Lead strategic sales initiatives within large Healthcare accounts, driving innovation and value through deep product knowledge. Collaborate with key stakeholders to exceed revenue targets and enhance...

Colorado, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$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 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$100K - $120K *

Champion business growth by developing key account strategies and managing customer relationships. Drive order intake and profit levels while collaborating with teams to create winning proposals and e...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform K-12 education by driving strategic growth through grant writing and funding acquisition. Collaborate with K-12 leaders to identify opportunities and unlock essential resources for education...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$105K - $120K *

Drive your career with a key role in expanding partner relationships and sales strategies within a dynamic market. You'll leverage your expertise to lead complex accounts and influence senior stakehol...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $185K *

Lead transformative technology adoption and growth for large enterprise accounts. Drive strategic initiatives, build executive relationships, and deliver measurable outcomes through innovative solutio...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$126K - $185K *

Transform enterprise engagement by driving technology adoption and growth. Lead strategic initiatives across large accounts, leveraging deep market insights to deliver measurable outcomes and foster e...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$126K - $185K *

Shape technology adoption and growth by driving strategic initiatives across large enterprise accounts, translating business priorities into measurable outcomes through consultative engagement and exp...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$126K - $185K *

Drive growth by strategizing and executing tailored solutions for large enterprise accounts, leveraging technology to enhance customer engagement and deliver measurable business outcomes through consu...

Illinois, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$132K - $185K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise sales by driving technology adoption and growth. You'll engage with global accounts, translating business priorities into measurable outcomes while shaping a c...

California, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$126K - $185K *

Shape enterprise growth by translating customer needs into measurable outcomes. Drive technology adoption and build trusted relationships across large accounts, leveraging your expertise in complex sa...

New Jersey, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $150K *

Champion digital transformation by leading delivery teams in Salesforce projects, ensuring excellence in project management, client relationships, and issue resolution while mentoring consultants and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $155K *

Shape the future of healthcare by driving strategic growth initiatives, forging partnerships, and executing acquisitions across a diverse regional portfolio. Collaborate with leaders to enhance market...

New York, NYRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$310K - $360K *

Drive revenue growth by leading a high-performing sales team, developing strategies, and building relationships. Collaborate across departments to achieve targets and mentor team members in a fast-pac...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $98K *

Transform client relationships by owning a portfolio of B2B accounts, driving growth through tailored solutions in FX and payments, and leveraging technology for impactful service delivery...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Lead the Solutions Engineering function, driving technical excellence and customer engagement to design tailored data center solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure seamless transitions fr...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $199K *

Champion client success by driving Professional Services sales and revenue generation. Collaborate across North America to enhance client relationships and maximize value through effective solution im...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$187K - $257K *

Elevate global sales operations by leading forecasting, pipeline management, and productivity initiatives. Collaborate with sales leaders to enhance clarity and consistency, driving growth through inn...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $290K *

Transform the marketing landscape by owning critical cross-functional projects. Drive initiatives from conception through execution, aligning teams around strategic goals while adapting to evolving bu...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$192K - $266K *

Drive best-in-class travel support through strategic leadership and operational excellence. Oversee lodging, flights, and customer advocacy, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and exception...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $147K *

Lead the charge in account management by cultivating client relationships, overseeing projects, and driving strategic initiatives. Utilize your expertise to enhance agency performance while fostering...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$131K - $150K *

Drive customer growth and relationship success with key accounts across multiple territories. Develop strategic account plans and provide valuable insights to guide market positioning and profitabilit...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K *

Empower a high-performing sales team to drive adoption of innovative medical solutions. Collaborate with healthcare professionals, develop strategic business plans, and ensure compliance while achievi...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

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

    A Director of Strategic Sales develops and leads plans to grow revenue from high-value accounts, target markets, and partnerships. The role may include managing sales teams, setting forecasts, negotiating major deals, and coordinating with other departments.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Director, Strategic Sales jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for substantial sales experience, a record of meeting revenue goals, and leadership ability. Enterprise sales, strategic account management, negotiation, forecasting, and industry knowledge are often valuable; specific education and experience requirements vary.

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

    Compensation varies by employer, industry, location, and scope of responsibility. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, and individual listings provide details about the compensation offered.

  • Which industries hire Directors of Strategic Sales?question toggle

    These leaders are hired across technology, healthcare, financial services, consulting, business services, and many other sectors where organizations pursue complex sales and strategic customer relationships.

  • What roles can lead to a Director of Strategic Sales position?question toggle

    Common paths include enterprise account executive, strategic account manager, regional sales leader, sales director, and business development leader. Experience delivering results and guiding teams can help prepare candidates for the role.