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 - $150K *

Engage in full-cycle sales by identifying and closing new client opportunities, focusing on experiential marketing solutions for youth and Gen Z. Build relationships, manage pipelines, and achieve sal...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$180K - $225K *

Lead client experience strategy and team performance, driving financial success and long-term retention across a diverse account portfolio while collaborating with executive stakeholders to implement...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $235K *

Transform public safety operations by driving growth through strategic sales and relationship-building with fire departments and agencies. Own the sales cycle, deliver impactful demos, and collaborate...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $155K *

Lead strategic account management for major clients, enhancing relationships and driving growth across multiple regions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless implementation and s...

Illinois, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to maximizing advertising impact for clients. As a strategic advisor, you'll manage campaigns, analyze performance, and collaborate cross-functionally to drive success and...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $200K *

Lead a dynamic team of Equipment Sales Specialists to drive sales growth, enhance customer satisfaction, and innovate equipment offerings in the dental sector while collaborating with cross-functional...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of hotel performance by leading asset strategy and analytics. Collaborate with owners and operational teams to drive financial success, enhance value, and ensure effective reporting f...

Louisville, KYRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$90K - $115K *

Explore a strategic leadership role focused on developing omnichannel engagement strategies that connect media, analytics, and customer experiences, driving measurable outcomes for healthcare brands a...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$382K - $472K *

Drive growth by leading indirect sales and partnerships, shaping strategy and team dynamics to achieve consistent revenue results across national and international markets. Collaborate with key stakeh...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$100K - $105K *

Help us enhance sales effectiveness by leading and scaling the Sales Readiness team to develop impactful training, scripts, and demos that empower sellers and articulate our value proposition clearly...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

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

$105K - $245K *

Lead the charge in developing and empowering a high-performing sales team. Foster a strong team culture while driving improvement and accountability in a rapidly changing environment, leveraging data...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $230K *

Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing processes through effective management of the Automation and Controls team, ensuring strategic alignment with innovation initiatives while fostering a cultu...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Drive strategic planning and execution for substation operations, ensuring safety, quality, and financial objectives are met. Lead high-performing teams and manage subcontractor relationships across l...

Florida, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$89K - $111K *

Elevate your career as a senior individual contributor, driving tech integration partnerships. Manage complex deals from negotiation to go-live with a dedicated engineering team, influencing how solut...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $110K *

Drive growth by leading sales and technical initiatives in heating and combustion solutions across the Southeast Region, fostering relationships with key clients and internal teams to achieve strategi...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $165K *

Shape the future of technology solutions in real estate by leading deal teams, driving proposals, and negotiating contracts to enhance client satisfaction and operational efficiency across multiple ac...

RemoteRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$196K - $210K *

Partner with us to shape the future of semiconductor workforce development by aligning industry needs with educational strategies, fostering partnerships, and leading initiatives that ensure technical...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

Lead the charge in enterprise growth by driving new logo acquisition and navigating complex sales cycles. Collaborate with top security leaders to deliver innovative cybersecurity solutions and shape...

RemoteRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform business growth by identifying and acquiring new clients while nurturing existing relationships. Collaborate with leaders to drive revenue and enhance client satisfaction across the Midwest...

Atlanta, GARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Unlock new business potential by developing strategies to acquire clients and enhance relationships. Collaborate with leaders to drive revenue growth and ensure client satisfaction in a dynamic enviro...

St. Louis, MORemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $172K *

Drive strategic leadership for project and resource management, ensuring timely delivery and optimal resource utilization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer experience and fi...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $210K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic sales team, driving enterprise deals, and building a scalable revenue machine. You'll close key opportunities while mentoring reps and establishing a robust sa...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$148K - $212K *

Lead a dynamic team of enterprise sellers to drive cybersecurity sales growth, fostering strategic relationships and leveraging partnerships to enhance revenue in key verticals. Shape the future of cy...

Dallas, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$164K - $201K *

Drive strategic engagement with key defense contractors while cultivating impactful relationships at all levels, creating competitive plans, and leading mutual opportunities to enhance market presence...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$135K - $140K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of cybersecurity by leading strategic resilience initiatives. Drive risk management, incident response, and security architecture while collaborating with senior...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

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.