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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$235K - $265K *

Join a dynamic team to drive product sales for innovative solutions in defense. Lead customer engagement, shape opportunities, and manage a robust pipeline to enhance national security through cutting...

Columbia, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $100K *

Transform enterprise sales by driving full-cycle processes, building multi-stakeholder relationships, and leveraging AI tools to achieve quota and deliver impactful solutions to large organizations...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Drive your career with direct enterprise sales, managing the full cycle from prospecting to closing. Engage HR and executive leaders to grow accounts and exceed revenue goals while working independent...

Atlanta, GARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$123K *

Transform the sales development team by driving performance, mentoring SDRs, and implementing effective strategies. Collaborate with management to enhance pipeline creation and ensure operational exce...

Ontario, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in owning and optimizing the financial operations and forecasting that drive success across the organization, breaking new ground through cross-functional partnerships and innovative F...

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Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $130K *

Engage with K-12 districts to drive cross-sell revenue, leveraging existing relationships to introduce new product lines. Collaborate with teams to enhance student safety through technology while mana...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of media insights by leading commercial strategy and sales efforts in the Mid-Market & SMB segments. Drive revenue growth, build strategic partnerships, and transform sales approaches...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $240K *

Pioneer high-growth revenue strategies across the Americas. Lead a dynamic sales team, drive go-to-market initiatives, and engage with key stakeholders to achieve ambitious targets in the cybersecurit...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$272K - $374K *

Develop strategic relationships with key healthcare accounts, driving innovation and sales growth. Leverage your expertise in big data and cloud technologies to exceed targets and deliver exceptional...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$222K - $278K *

Champion enterprise sales by developing executive relationships and driving revenue growth. Own customer engagements from prospecting to close while embodying our cultural principles in a dynamic, fas...

Texas, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Transform complex cybersecurity narratives into engaging content that captivates audiences across various formats. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance brand storytelling and drive conve...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$132K - $170K *

Elevate organizational performance by driving strategic initiatives and fostering collaboration across teams. This role requires a visionary leader to inspire innovation and enhance operational effici...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$101K - $162K *

Support the Director of Risk Strategy in executing enterprise risk initiatives, enhancing AI governance, and conducting scenario analysis. Collaborate across functions to ensure effective risk managem...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$229K - $330K *

Transform financial strategy for GTM operations, driving growth through data-driven insights and modernized processes. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance performance, optimize investme...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Empower your career by leading sales in the Federal Market, building client relationships, and structuring impactful deals. Drive market research, network with industry leaders, and collaborate across...

Charlotte, NCRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead multifamily transactions from sourcing to closing, ensuring disciplined execution and strategic alignment across teams. Drive outcomes through strong negotiation, relationship management, and a r...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

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

$240K - $260K *

Shape the future of energy systems strategy and product roadmap. Lead cross-functional teams to develop innovative energy solutions, driving competitive advantage and enabling scalable deployment acro...

Denver, CORemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate your sales career by driving full-cycle sales in a dynamic environment. Leverage AI tools and consultative frameworks to engage high-growth organizations, exceed targets, and enhance your prod...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $240K *

Optimize global sales strategies to drive revenue growth and market leadership. Lead the transformation of sales functions into a cohesive, customer-centric organization, ensuring alignment with long...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in defining and executing a cohesive platform narrative, driving marketing strategy for strategic accounts while influencing enterprise-level buying decisions and enhancing Kaseya's ma...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$92K - $138K *

Transform client relationships by leveraging your IT sales expertise to drive growth. Collaborate with teams to tailor solutions, engage C-level executives, and deliver impactful presentations that ad...

Norcross, GARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $186K *

Join a team that's dedicated to building strong client relationships while leading strategic initiatives in the retirement industry. Leverage your expertise to educate clients, resolve issues, and dri...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$200K - $250K *

Reimagine growth strategies within federal agencies, focusing on enhancing digital services and customer engagement. Leverage your expertise to drive business development, capture opportunities, and f...

Washington, DCRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$250K - $350K *

Transform high-ticket sales by conducting inbound evaluation calls with pre-qualified prospects. Engage in deep discovery conversations, present exclusive membership, and enroll elite real estate prof...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$250K - $300K *

Drive new business growth with enterprise machine manufacturers, owning your pipeline and leading complex sales cycles. Collaborate with Customer Success to enhance account retention and position Pric...

Chicago, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 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.