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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$140K - $197K *

Lead the charge in managing strategic client relationships and projects, leveraging your extensive cost management expertise in the data centre sector. Empower teams through mentorship while driving b...

Birmingham, ALRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving commercial construction growth across a major region. Shape strategy, manage a team of sales managers, and build relationships to enhance market presence and achieve aggress...

Utah, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$154K - $242K *

Champion operational excellence by leading global tax provisions and compliance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes, mentor talent, and drive strategic tax initiatives while...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$173K - $302K *

Lead cross-functional teams to deliver complex projects on time and within budget. Manage schedules, financials, and stakeholder relationships while addressing risks and ensuring client satisfaction a...

San Francisco, CARemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$111K - $207K *

Empower growth by shaping executive talent strategies that drive success. Partner with senior leaders to enhance recruitment processes, develop talent pipelines, and advise on market trends, while ens...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$108K - $162K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing biomedical service operations. Lead a skilled team of technicians, ensuring high-quality support and customer satisfaction across the Pacific Northwest while...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of defense business development by leading strategic initiatives in the Defense Space Market. Drive growth opportunities with the U.S. Space Force, enhancing mission integration and c...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$82K - $229K *

Drive strategic account success by supporting Sales Directors on complex, high-value deals. Collaborate across teams to enhance customer narratives, streamline processes, and ensure alignment for impa...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion the execution of innovative experiential marketing campaigns, overseeing event planning, client relationships, and team leadership to drive growth and deliver exceptional brand experiences ac...

Toronto, ONRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$130K - $160K *

Lead the Enterprise Americas team to drive new-logo bookings and build a repeatable sales engine. Coach reps on multi-threaded deals and foster a strong outbound culture as the team scales. Shape ente...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$101K - $140K *

Drive client growth and retention by building trust with C-Level executives. Manage complex sales processes in a dynamic environment, ensuring clients maximize value from services while identifying ne...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$138K - $173K *

Join a team that's transforming manufacturing through digital solutions. Lead cross-functional initiatives, drive process improvements, and ensure seamless integration of technology to enhance operati...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

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

$168K - $200K *

Champion client relationships and lead diverse teams in life sciences, driving project success through strategic planning and scheduling expertise. Empower your career with mentorship and a focus on q...

Portland, ORRemote

3 weeks ago

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

$176K - $229K *

Champion complex solution sales by driving enterprise-wide collaboration transformations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer engagement and streamline workflows using Atlassia...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Develop strategic leadership for a team managing complex client portfolios, driving retention, growth, and client experience objectives while fostering strong relationships with stakeholders and ensur...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at our retail team, driving enterprise sales through strong relationship management, complex deal negotiation, and strategic planning. Collaborate across functions to redefine cust...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$180K - $215K *

Drive regional sales success by leading launch execution, building high-performing teams, and fostering customer relationships. Leverage strong business acumen and collaborative skills to achieve sale...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion growth by leading M&A strategies, evaluating acquisition opportunities, and integrating targets within the industrial distribution sector. Collaborate across functions to drive profitable out...

Houston, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$171K - $265K *

Strategize and lead the operations technology vision, driving modernization and innovation across platforms to enhance business outcomes in customer service, claims, and digital solutions, while foste...

Richmond, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving strategic growth by deepening executive relationships and expanding our platform's impact across high-value customer accounts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to sol...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $190K *

Manage strategic global accounts by executing sales strategies, analyzing market conditions, and fostering relationships with stakeholders to drive revenue growth and ensure customer satisfaction in t...

San Jose, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $170K *

Champion the go-to-market strategy for streaming advertising, leading a product marketing team to craft compelling messaging and drive revenue growth. Collaborate across departments to ensure alignmen...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$110K - $130K *

Drive growth in our channel ecosystem by cultivating key partner relationships, executing strategic business plans, and maximizing partner-sourced revenue across North America. Your expertise will sha...

California, USRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading sales strategies in the renewable energy sector. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to engage clients, driving sales growth and building impactful relationships while...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $135K *

Create strategic account plans and drive revenue growth by leading expansion discussions and managing a diverse portfolio of commercial accounts, ensuring alignment and collaboration with cross-functi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

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.