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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$125K - $140K *

Engage with Private Equity firms to develop strategic partnerships, promoting supply chain services and driving revenue growth through effective channel management and collaboration with stakeholders...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $185K *

Transform the future of healthcare sourcing by leading strategic initiatives, managing a dedicated team, and driving cost-saving projects across Facilities categories to ensure high-quality service de...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of product innovation, leading a team to drive strategy and customer experience for a key transaction management platform while embedding AI to enhance efficiency...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

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

$157K - $182K *

Empower industry leaders by building trusted relationships and delivering strategic technology solutions. Leverage deep industry knowledge to influence decision-making and drive growth while mentoring...

Illinois, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion enterprise data architecture by establishing standards and a unified data catalog. Collaborate across teams to define metrics and ensure data governance, driving alignment and clarity in a ha...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $190K *

Drive impactful executive keynotes and speaking programs, shaping narratives that resonate across Security and AI. Collaborate with leadership to craft compelling stories that elevate brand presence a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$220K - $255K *

Engage a dynamic enterprise sales team to exceed quotas and enhance market presence. Drive growth through strategic partnerships and lead talent development in a defined territory, ensuring exceptiona...

Seattle, WARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to drive integrated marketing strategies that enhance brand visibility and support business growth through innovative campaigns, digital activation, and thought leadership across m...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate growth by leading global partnerships with PwC and GSIs. Drive revenue through strategic relationship management, co-selling initiatives, and market expansion while collaborating with cross...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $142K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic sales team to drive revenue growth in the Discovery Reagents portfolio. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer relationships and achieve stra...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$132K - $170K *

Lead client relationships and drive growth through strategic account management, ensuring high satisfaction and retention while achieving significant sales targets in a dynamic, consultative sales env...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$180K - $220K *

Join a dynamic team to drive sales growth in data center power solutions. Lead regional strategies, manage key accounts, and engage with industry partners to enhance market presence and achieve revenu...

Arizona, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$141K - $189K *

Engage with key stakeholders to drive strategic growth in existing and new accounts. Leverage consultative selling to understand customer needs and deliver tailored solutions, ensuring alignment with...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$122K - $182K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise-scale data and AI solutions, modernizing actuarial processes, and driving cloud-native transformations. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance decision-making...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$124K - $156K *

Shape the future of AI Services by owning product strategy and execution. Collaborate with engineering teams to define agentic capabilities, drive tool strategies, and establish AI quality standards t...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Champion growth by leading and developing branch sales teams to achieve revenue targets and enhance customer relationships across the Southwest Region. Drive strategic initiatives and foster a culture...

RemoteRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$93K - $113K *

Empower healthcare providers by driving enterprise sales strategies, managing client relationships, and leveraging cross-functional teams to enhance patient experience and operational effectiveness in...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$105K - $165K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic financial planning and analysis across diverse business units. Drive insights, enhance reporting processes, and partner with leadership to optimize decision-ma...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $223K *

Transform sales compensation operations by leading design, administration, and improvement initiatives. Drive accuracy in payroll processing, enhance SOX compliance, and leverage AI tools to optimize...

Seattle, WARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate growth by driving new business in enterprise cybersecurity. Own strategic sales, build partnerships, and shape market strategies while leveraging a trusted platform to secure deals across t...

Colorado, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$101K - $140K *

Unlock potential by driving client growth and retention through strategic relationships with C-Level executives, ensuring maximum value delivery and identifying new opportunities within a defined terr...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$132K - $170K *

Unlock client growth opportunities through strategic relationships, driving value in a fast-paced B2B sales environment. Collaborate with C-Level Executives across diverse sectors to ensure client sat...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$101K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to drive client growth and retention by building trust-based relationships with C-Level Executives, ensuring they maximize value from services while identifying new opportunities f...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $225K *

Drive operational excellence by leading care team operations and enhancing member experiences. Build scalable systems and processes to ensure consistent, high-quality interactions across all touchpoin...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $225K *

Accelerate growth by leading a global Mid-Market sales organization, driving strategy and execution across regions. Build a high-performing team, optimize sales processes, and foster partnerships to a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 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.