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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$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...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $256K *

Elevate the market growth strategy for biologics research, driving software adoption and AI use cases. Collaborate with global teams and engage with industry leaders to shape the future of molecular t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Drive the creation of a unified global partner program for software sales, assessing regional strategies and building a scalable model that enhances partner engagement and revenue across multiple regi...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $200K *

Unlock potential by driving market development and deal origination across private equity and corporate stakeholders. Collaborate with senior professionals to enhance M&A advisory capabilities and bui...

Michigan, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Transform the Central Region's channel strategy by leading a high-performing team, driving revenue growth, and fostering strategic partnerships. Collaborate with executives to align goals and maximize...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion growth by developing and executing innovative marketing strategies that enhance patient acquisition and practice performance across a network of orthodontic and pediatric practices...

Scottsbluff, NERemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$159K - $273K *

Lead strategic consulting engagements for payer and provider clients, integrating research and analytics to enhance payment models. Manage teams, drive business development, and provide thought leader...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $185K *

Transform enterprise banking by driving sales of innovative SaaS solutions. Leverage your expertise to identify key clients, build relationships, and close complex deals, all while collaborating with...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Manage strategic partnerships with top fleet and dealership customers, driving business growth through relationship building, market analysis, and collaboration with internal teams to deliver tailored...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$160K - $185K *

Join a dynamic team to drive growth by engaging mid-market employers, managing the full sales cycle, and fostering long-term partnerships. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Drive your career forward by cultivating client relationships and exceeding sales goals. As a key player, you'll develop marketing strategies, engage decision-makers, and provide tailored solutions to...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of avionics sales by leading business development efforts, engaging military and commercial aerospace customers, and driving strategic growth in the Americas through innovative test s...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $150K *

Deliver impactful voice AI solutions by driving strategic account growth and managing complex sales cycles. Collaborate across teams to exceed sales targets while fostering relationships with key stak...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $190K *

Reimagine how mid-sized organizations leverage IoT data to drive efficiency and safety. As an integral sales force, you will engage with key decision-makers to build relationships, manage projects, an...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $300K *

Join a dynamic team to manage bank capital relationships, drive coverage strategies, and support capital formation initiatives. This role offers growth opportunities in a fast-paced environment, focus...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $100K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of technology recruitment by leading the search for top sales executives. Collaborate with leadership to drive strategic hiring initiatives and deliver exceptiona...

Downers Grove, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving sales and business development for cutting-edge trading technology. Engage with securities brokers to identify needs and deliver tailored solutions, leveraging your expertis...

New York, NYRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$139K - $214K *

Analyze complex data sets to drive business insights, optimize reporting, and support strategic initiatives. Collaborate with global teams to enhance operational efficiency and present findings to exe...

Morrisville, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $115K *

Elevate customer success by managing accounts to drive value realization, ensuring technology adoption, and achieving renewal and expansion targets through strategic insights and collaboration with sa...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$105K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to lead multiple client engagements, driving innovative solutions and strategic direction. Foster cross-functional collaboration in a fast-paced environment with a focus on deliver...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Champion growth in smart manufacturing by managing key accounts, driving sales, and fostering relationships within the Industry 4.0 ecosystem. Leverage technical expertise to support IIoT adoption and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion client relationships and optimize pharmaceutical distribution projects, leveraging extensive industry expertise to deliver high-quality solutions and insights while managing multiple accounts...

Florida, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$135K - $245K *

Unlock your potential as a Senior Sales Account Executive, driving strategic sales initiatives across diverse industries. Engage with C-level executives, manage complex sales cycles, and leverage inno...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$185K - $275K *

Join a team that's driving revenue growth through strategic marketing initiatives. You'll lead regional marketing efforts, develop account-based strategies, and collaborate with sales to optimize pipe...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $207K *

Engage with North American lenders to drive impactful solutions in consumer lending. Collaborate on client opportunities, articulate value, and lead strategic initiatives to enhance FICO Scores adopti...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.