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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$110K - $130K *

Champion strategic growth by managing key accounts, fostering relationships, and driving sales initiatives. Collaborate with leadership to meet customer needs and exceed performance objectives while r...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $250K *

Champion growth strategies across HHS, leveraging deep market knowledge and relationships to drive business development, capture, and delivery in a dynamic federal health environment...

Washington, DCRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K *

Unlock potential by leading a high-performing sales team in the public safety SaaS sector. Drive growth, execute strategic deals, and collaborate cross-functionally to enhance our market-leading softw...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Help us drive revenue growth by leading the full sales cycle in the Digital Science sector, engaging with C-suite leaders and aligning solutions with enterprise strategies to enhance decision-making a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$340K - $380K *

Join a dynamic team to drive enterprise growth in aerospace and energy sectors. Leverage your expertise to build strategic relationships, close high-value deals, and shape innovative engineering solut...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $146K *

Champion the growth of alternative data solutions by building strategic relationships with institutional investors. Drive sales cycles, exceed targets, and shape go-to-market strategies while collabor...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $180K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving revenue growth in the upper mid-market. Lead and develop a high-performing software sales team, optimize partner strategies, and achieve measurable results in t...

CanadaRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $135K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive growth and manage strategic customer relationships in the Bus, Truck, Rail, and Specialty Vehicles market, leveraging innovative adhesive solutions to achieve business...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$138K - $202K *

Drive impactful strategies in enterprise advertising sales, partnering with complex clients to leverage AI and predictive insights for revenue growth. Influence outcomes in a fast-paced environment wh...

United StatesRemote

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  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $170K *

Partner with us to drive growth and strengthen relationships with key strategic accounts. Leverage your expertise in enterprise sales to identify opportunities, ensure renewals, and deliver measurable...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $250K *

Join a team that's shaping growth strategies for Federal Civilian accounts. Leverage your expertise in federal markets to drive business development, capture opportunities, and enhance customer relati...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$173K - $288K *

Empower growth and relationships in a strategic role focused on managing key accounts. Drive customer satisfaction and revenue retention through strategic collaboration and consultative selling within...

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $225K *

Accelerate progress at the federal level by driving Salesforce services growth. You'll develop accounts, manage pipeline, and collaborate on solutions involving data, analytics, and AI while ensuring...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $215K *

Shape the future of global partnerships by leading strategic account management, driving growth, and fostering executive relationships. Oversee program success and team leadership to deliver exception...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$198K - $298K *

Champion the optimization of Sales systems and processes, driving productivity and strategic initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance the sales experience and lead a global team...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic growth and retention by managing high-value enterprise accounts, fostering executive relationships, and leading contract negotiations to align client objectives with innovative solutio...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$240K - $290K *

Join a team that shapes the future of application security by driving sales and managing key client relationships across a dynamic territory, while collaborating closely with Systems Engineers to meet...

New Jersey, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$151K - $189K *

Join a team that's driving enterprise growth through strategic sales initiatives. Collaborate cross-functionally to exceed revenue goals while building lasting relationships with customers and partner...

Texas, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform client relationships by managing strategic accounts, driving growth, and ensuring satisfaction. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver tailored solutions and maintain long-term p...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$163K - $239K *

Join us to drive strategic growth and profitability for key corporate accounts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions, establish pricing policies, and cultivate long...

Delaware, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K *

Elevate channel strategy and partner relationships to drive revenue growth, enhance market positioning, and ensure effective collaboration across teams, while managing negotiations and performance met...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic growth by managing key enterprise accounts, fostering relationships with C-level executives, and leveraging consultative selling to enhance customer partnerships and achieve expansion...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Champion new sales opportunities by managing key accounts and building relationships. Drive growth through strategic sales initiatives and collaboration with technical teams to deliver tailored soluti...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$171K - $273K *

Empower revenue teams by building and leading a world-class Success Architecture team. Drive implementation, adoption, and technical credibility while fostering strategic partnerships across Product...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Transform customer success by leading a technical account management team, driving subscription growth, and enhancing service delivery through innovative AI solutions and strategic partnerships...

United StatesRemote

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.