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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$90K - $134K *

Join a team that's redefining sales strategies and driving growth. Leverage your capital equipment expertise to manage key accounts globally, execute impactful territory plans, and foster strong custo...

Texas, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$88K - $105K *

Lead the management of pharmaceutical programs, ensuring client satisfaction and operational excellence. Oversee daily activities, supervise staff, and drive strategic planning while maintaining stron...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$160K - $180K *

Champion the GMV success for top brand partners by fostering executive relationships, driving commercial strategies, and prioritizing growth opportunities. Engage in high-stakes negotiations and colla...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$135K - $160K *

Transform the finance function by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing staffing, and enhancing profitability. Oversee accounting, reporting, and treasury operations while driving disciplined cost...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by leading product management efforts. Drive innovation and strategy while mentoring a team to enhance software solutions that improve patient outcomes and op...

Georgia, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $210K *

Transform the Platform organization by owning roadmap planning, development processes, and cross-functional coordination. Drive execution and ensure alignment with business goals while providing leade...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$129K - $162K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise-wide Cost of Care solutions. Drive scalability, optimize deployment, and enhance operational effectiveness across diverse markets, collaborating with stakeholder...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$230K - $275K *

Manage comprehensive financial evaluations for utility-scale solar and BESS projects, delivering strategic insights and supporting investment decisions throughout project lifecycles while fostering cr...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$145K - $185K *

Join a team that's driving marketing excellence by owning and scaling our marketing operations. You'll lead cross-functional projects, optimize tech stacks, and ensure data integrity to enhance pipeli...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$141K - $189K *

Join a dynamic team as a sales expert, driving revenue and engagement with Federal clients through innovative Slack solutions. Collaborate, empower, and exceed sales quotas while ensuring customer sat...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion innovative solutions in technical sales, driving customer success through collaboration and expertise in PLM, MRO, and manufacturing optimization. Engage with partners and clients to deliver...

Chesterland, OHRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Transform customer engagements through technical sales expertise, driving solution development and partner collaboration in digital engineering and manufacturing. Enable successful sales cycles with i...

Chesterland, OHRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$144K - $162K *

Grow strategic partnerships to enhance revenue and customer experience. Collaborate across teams to develop innovative programs, optimize initiatives, and drive measurable impact while ensuring timely...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic planning initiatives that drive actionable insights. Collaborate with diverse teams, mentor future leaders, and innovate in the digital space to shape impactfu...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $90K *

Join a team that drives sales growth in the turf industry, managing key customer relationships and expanding market share. Utilize technical expertise to deliver solutions that enhance turf performanc...

Georgetown, TXRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$119K - $222K *

Empower the Partnerships & Alliances team by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing partner operations, and driving measurable outcomes through data-driven decision-making and technology solutions...

Frisco, TXRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Develop and implement sales strategies to drive growth and profitability in the California region. Lead a Business Development team, ensuring alignment with company goals while fostering strong relati...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$260K - $312K *

Elevate your career by leading Corporate FP&A initiatives in a high-growth environment. Drive strategic financial planning, forecasting, and reporting while building a robust financial infrastructure...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Lead a dynamic sales team to drive growth and profitability in your territory. Develop strategic sales plans, enhance customer retention, and optimize performance through effective collaboration and i...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $215K *

Tackle the challenge of launching a groundbreaking product by leading a high-performing sales team, driving regional execution, and fostering key customer relationships in a dynamic, fast-paced enviro...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$132K - $232K *

Redefine career mobility strategies by integrating talent marketplace capabilities, enabling associates to explore growth opportunities through data-informed solutions and collaborative practices acro...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$186K - $250K *

Unlock potential by leading a high-performing HEOR team to drive payer engagement and market access strategies, translating complex data into actionable insights that enhance patient access to innovat...

Raleigh, NCRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $90K *

Drive revenue growth by building strategic partnerships and managing the sales cycle. Leverage your expertise in physical security technology to engage clients, exceed sales targets, and deliver excep...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $243K *

Shape the future of national security policy by leading strategic government engagement, assessing risks, and advocating for impactful telecommunications initiatives that drive global operations and m...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$100K - $120K *

Lead the charge in executive communications and strategic initiatives, driving cross-functional alignment and delivering insights to senior leadership. Collaborate on high-impact projects while suppor...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.