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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$150K - $200K *

Accelerate progress at strategic Federal Civilian accounts by driving growth, developing relationships, and leading capture efforts. Leverage market knowledge to identify opportunities and enhance mis...

Washington, DCRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Empower growth as you drive strategic initiatives across Federal Civilian accounts. Leverage your expertise in federal markets to build relationships, shape opportunities, and lead capture efforts, en...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$149K - $205K *

Elevate innovation at the forefront of foodtech, agritech, and infrastructure. Lead strategic initiatives, build ecosystems, and drive new ventures to shape the future landscape of Mitsubishi Electric...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate growth by leading sales initiatives in a defined territory, driving new business opportunities, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance service offerings and achieve revenu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $200K *

Drive strategic partnerships by managing relationships with key tech companies, leading complex deals, and collaborating across teams to enhance content distribution and achieve business objectives in...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Lead financial planning and analysis for the Commercial organization, driving budgeting, forecasting, and reporting. Collaborate with leaders to optimize resource allocation and support strategic deci...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in managing strategic partnerships within enterprise healthcare. Drive revenue growth and customer success by cultivating relationships, identifying opportunities, and shaping organiza...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to strategic growth by managing enterprise healthcare accounts, driving revenue through consultative sales, and building lasting relationships with executive stakeholders. Excel in a hybrid...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's driving revenue growth and expanding market share through strategic dealer partnerships and exceptional client relationships in the automotive industry. Lead regional sales initiati...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$90K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to drive revenue growth by building strategic relationships with corporate clients, cultivating new markets, and converting opportunities into profitable group and event revenue th...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$65K - $500K+*

Drive your career with a role focused on strategic account growth, relationship management, and revenue enhancement. Collaborate with teams to optimize customer experiences and expand market share in...

2 weeks ago

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

$180K - $210K *

Help us drive strategic access to key banking executives, enabling our senior team to secure high-level meetings. Your focus will be on generating qualified access, not leads, through targeted outreac...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$171K - $273K *

Shape transformative customer success strategies by leading a high-performing team, ensuring exceptional service delivery, and fostering collaborative partnerships with stakeholders for optimal client...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $273K *

Advance customer satisfaction by leading a high-performance team of Success Architects, driving exceptional support and adoption of Agentforce solutions for diverse customer segments through effective...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $273K *

Drive success and satisfaction by leading a team of Success Architects. Manage customer relationships, promote adoption, and collaborate across functions to enhance the customer journey and deliver me...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $273K *

Join a dynamic leadership team to drive exceptional customer success and value realization through technical guidance and strategic partnership across diverse customer segments, enhancing satisfaction...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $273K *

Help us lead a high-performing team to drive customer success through technical guidance and strategic planning. You'll manage operations, ensuring customer satisfaction while fostering an inclusive c...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead and develop a high-performing sales team, driving new business and growth across key accounts. Build trusted relationships and oversee sales execution to achieve revenue objectives while collabor...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$125K - $150K *

Champion customer success and growth by driving retention and strategic expansion across enterprise clients while leading a high-performing team and delivering innovative logistics solutions that alig...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $150K *

Pioneer strategic customer success initiatives, enhancing client retention and growth while leading a skilled team. Collaborate closely with senior executives and internal departments to drive operati...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's driving strategic customer success, managing enterprise accounts, and empowering a dedicated team to enhance client satisfaction and retention through innovative logistics solutions...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$90K *

Drive leasing success by leading sales strategies across multiple communities. Collaborate with teams to enhance occupancy and performance, leveraging data-driven insights to implement effective solut...

1 week ago

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

$90K *

Transform leasing strategies and drive sales performance across communities. Collaborate with teams to enhance occupancy and closing ratios while providing targeted support to underperforming areas. M...

1 week ago

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

$90K *

Lead transformative leasing strategies and drive sales performance across multiple communities. Collaborate with teams to enhance occupancy rates and implement data-driven solutions for optimal result...

1 week ago

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

$90K *

Transform leasing strategies and drive sales performance across communities. Collaborate with teams to enhance occupancy and closing ratios while providing targeted support to underperforming areas. L...

1 week ago

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

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.