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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$205K - $220K *

Engage and lead a dynamic sales and marketing team to drive energy storage project success. Focus on coaching, performance management, and cross-functional collaboration to align opportunities with st...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$125K - $150K *

Drive revenue growth and strategic partnerships in biometrics services, focusing on client relationships and market strategy. Collaborate with teams to deliver innovative solutions and position the or...

Mansfield, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion growth in the retail sector by driving account development and sales. Leverage strong customer relationships to enhance satisfaction and profitability while effectively managing your sales pi...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$260K *

Join a team that's driving digital transformation by managing client accounts, developing strategies, and delivering innovative technology solutions. Build long-term relationships while collaborating...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$191K - $320K *

Shape the future of life sciences by driving implementation success and insights. Leverage deep industry expertise to enhance customer journeys and inform global strategies, ensuring product capabilit...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$231K - $334K *

Elevate your career by leading partnership tax initiatives, providing expert guidance on complex federal tax matters, and collaborating with professionals to develop tailored solutions that drive clie...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$195K - $325K *

Champion transformative executive and internal communications strategies that shape leadership narratives and enhance employee engagement across diverse channels for maximum alignment and trust within...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $150K *

Grow your career with a dynamic sales team focused on enterprise solutions. Drive revenue by building relationships with C-level executives, executing sales strategies, and leading negotiations to clo...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Pioneer growth by driving sales initiatives and managing client relationships. Engage with C-Level executives to promote ERP solutions, ensuring a robust pipeline and achieving revenue goals through s...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$118K - $140K *

Shape strategic account management and drive revenue growth through effective collaboration and negotiation. Leverage data analytics to enhance customer relationships and ensure operational excellence...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in defining a new industry category by driving strategic enterprise sales, managing full sales cycles, and building consensus across organizational levels to deliver substantial busine...

New York City, NYRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Engage with leading organizations to drive large-scale agreements, managing the full sales lifecycle. Utilize strategic territory management and value engineering to articulate business value, while n...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise sales initiatives, managing complex accounts, and driving strategic growth. You will navigate technical discussions and deliver value-driven solutions to top-tie...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $190K *

Champion the future of physical operations by leveraging IoT data to drive business transformation for mid-sized clients. Navigate complex sales processes, engage multiple stakeholders, and educate cu...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by driving sales of innovative ophthalmology software across Canada. Collaborate with distributors, attend trade shows, and leverage your expertise to enhance client relationships and...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $228K *

Drive growth by leading strategic initiatives within the US Air Force, championing innovative data solutions to modernize operations and enhance mission success across defense programs while collabora...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $210K *

Champion underwriting excellence and risk management by leading strategic initiatives, optimizing portfolio performance, and fostering cross-functional collaboration to drive profitable growth and enh...

Nebraska, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Advance territory growth by developing strategic customer relationships, identifying opportunities, and driving sales initiatives. Collaborate with internal teams to deliver tailored solutions and ach...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$124K - $186K *

Accelerate enterprise adoption of our AI-powered DevSecOps platform by guiding large organizations through complex software delivery transformations, ensuring they achieve long-term value and success...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Transform sales strategies by leading a dynamic team to expand market presence, build distributor relationships, and drive revenue growth across a diverse territory with significant potential...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $180K *

Drive enterprise pipeline growth by leading integrated campaigns and demand generation strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize sales processes and build a high-performing marke...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $157K *

Transform training programs by designing and implementing comprehensive sales and clinical training for orthopedic robotics, ensuring teams are equipped to excel in promoting robotic-assisted procedur...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $200K *

Lead financial strategy and analysis, partnering with leadership to drive growth. Own dynamic financial models, budgeting, and forecasting while mentoring a high-performing finance team in a fast-pace...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $250K *

Lead growth initiatives in digital infrastructure investment banking, driving deal origination, client relationships, and team mentorship while ensuring exceptional service delivery and execution exce...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$127K - $169K *

Champion revenue growth by building strategic customer partnerships and delivering innovative protein fortification solutions across the U.S. and Canada, while executing sales strategies and managing...

Arizona, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

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.