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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$85K - $110K *

Lead the charge in optimizing profitability by managing key client relationships, supporting strategic initiatives, and delivering actionable insights through data analysis to drive results across the...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $145K *

Lead the development of a unified project management methodology across multiple sites, enhancing project delivery standards and training teams to ensure successful execution from contract to handoff...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$99K - $235K *

Lead the charge in driving revenue growth through innovative AI solutions, collaborating with clients to enhance customer engagement and demonstrating the transformative capabilities of cutting-edge t...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer success through expert guidance in Privilege Access Management. Leverage your technical skills to support enterprise clients, ensuring seamless deplo...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $100K *

Join a team that's driving client success through innovative integrated marketing solutions. Oversee performance media strategies, manage client relationships, and lead cross-functional teams to achie...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $180K *

Elevate cybersecurity by leading strategic initiatives to protect data and assets. Drive compliance, incident response, and employee training while collaborating across departments to ensure a secure...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Engage in strategic partnerships with regional health plans, driving contract negotiations and enhancing Prosper's market presence. Own the commercial strategy to expand access to care and improve hea...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$139K - $185K *

Lead the charge in driving growth for major enterprise accounts by aligning customer priorities with Lumen's diverse portfolio, ensuring strategic execution from acquisition to expansion while advisin...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$160K - $200K *

Lead the charge in enhancing commercial effectiveness across departments, driving strategic initiatives and project management while collaborating with executive leadership to achieve optimal business...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K - $150K *

Accelerate your career by executing data-driven CRM strategies for top accounts, leading cross-functional teams, and driving innovative customer journeys in a hands-on role that values expertise in se...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as you drive performance and manage a high-performing SMB Renewal Specialist team, ensuring successful renewals and upsells while maximizing customer satisfaction and achieving boo...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $175K *

Lead the charge in driving strategic communications for a diverse portfolio in financial services, guiding C-suite executives through media relations and narrative strategies while fostering growth an...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $175K *

Accelerate progress at a leading fintech agency, driving strategic communications and client growth while managing multiple teams, relationships, and initiatives within a fast-paced environment focuse...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$102K - $141K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing sales performance through strategic process development, technology alignment, and targeted training. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive effecti...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Engage with enterprise clients to drive cybersecurity solutions, navigating complex sales cycles and building long-term relationships. Leverage technical expertise to deliver value in an emerging mark...

Waterloo, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive market growth in Canada by leading sales and account management efforts. Collaborate with anchor customers to establish success stories and shape product offerings, while building a Canadian tea...

Ottawa, ONRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Drive market growth in Canada by managing sales and account strategies. Collaborate with anchor customers to establish success stories, influence product development, and build a Canadian team as the...

Ottawa, ONIn-Person

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Elevate growth opportunities by developing strategic partnerships that drive sales revenue, leveraging collaborative relationships in the financial service sector. Innovate go-to-market strategies to...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $135K *

Elevate sales success by driving revenue growth across diverse alternative channels while crafting innovative strategies for our expanding publishing portfolio. Collaborate with teams to maximize oppo...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Media

$174K - $261K *

Champion growth by leading a dynamic sales team, driving new business, and managing complex sales cycles. Leverage your extensive experience to mentor and inspire while positioning innovative cloud so...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $261K *

Empower your career by leading a dynamic sales team to drive new business and complex sales cycles. Utilize your expertise in cloud solutions to mentor talent and position innovative offerings as the...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$158K - $208K *

Shape the future of customer solutions as you lead pre-sales and post-sales engineering efforts, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and enhance client relationships in the Cloud and Enterprise D...

Reposted yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$121K - $194K *

Join a dynamic team to lead operational excellence, driving process improvements and strategic initiatives. Collaborate across functions to enhance efficiency, ensure compliance, and foster a culture...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$320K - $350K *

Transform the sales landscape by driving strategic initiatives and building relationships with Fortune 1000 clients. Leverage your expertise to execute impactful sales strategies and contribute to a d...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Elevate your career by developing strategic partnerships that drive sales revenue, enhancing relationships across diverse sectors, and implementing impactful go-to-market strategies to foster growth a...

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.