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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$180K - $220K *

Elevate your career by driving revenue growth through data analysis, sales optimization, and AI tool development. Collaborate with leadership to enhance sales strategies and improve customer engagemen...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Transform customer interactions by serving as the primary contact for key accounts, ensuring high-quality, timely support while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance the customer experi...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead strategic analysis to solve complex business challenges, delivering data-driven insights that enhance growth and efficiency for the US Key Account commercial team while mentoring junior analysts...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$250K - $325K *

Transform strategic communications by leading content development, ensuring alignment with organizational goals, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance brand messaging across diverse channels...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$250K - $325K *

Lead strategic communications initiatives by developing and managing high-quality content across various channels. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure alignment with organizational goals while ove...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $130K *

Reimagine operations by leading our packaging and kitting teams to double revenue while enhancing quality and delivery. Drive continuous improvement and develop talent to create meaningful work experi...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $130K *

Grow your career with a transformative operations leadership role focused on scaling packaging and kitting operations while enhancing quality and delivery. Lead a dedicated team to drive meaningful ch...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $130K *

Transform operations by scaling packaging from $5M to $10M while enhancing quality and delivery. Lead a dedicated team, optimize ERP systems, and create meaningful work experiences for individuals wit...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $130K *

Lead our operations team to scale packaging and kitting from $5M to $10M, enhancing quality and delivery. Drive continuous improvement and optimize our ERP system while fostering meaningful work exper...

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by driving sales growth and influencing key stakeholders in the architectural, design, and development sectors. Manage a robust pipeline and establish lasting relationships to elevate...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Bring your expertise to a pivotal leadership role driving strategic growth and transformation in healthcare. Collaborate with executives to shape enterprise objectives, manage strategic initiatives, a...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$158K - $185K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in electrical infrastructure solutions for Hyperscale, AI, and Cloud Data Centers. Lead strategic customer relationships and expand our Critical Power portfolio w...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Drive profitable growth in trailer sales by collaborating with dealers and sales teams. Leverage market insights and product knowledge to enhance market share and profitability while ensuring exceptio...

Edmonton, ABIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform sales strategies by leading trailer product growth, maximizing market share, and enhancing profitability. Collaborate with teams to deliver training, market insights, and support dealer rela...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Reimagine quality management in energy infrastructure projects. Lead the development and execution of quality systems, ensuring compliance and driving continuous improvement across large-scale EPC pro...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Transform partner sales in Southern California and Arizona by driving revenue through strategic partnerships. Collaborate with field sellers to identify opportunities, execute business plans, and exce...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Elevate partner sales in Southern California and Arizona by driving revenue through strategic partnerships. Collaborate with field sellers to identify opportunities, execute business plans, and achiev...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive partner sales execution across Southern California and Arizona, collaborating with field sellers to expand revenue opportunities through strategic partnerships and effective territory management...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform partner sales in Southern California and Arizona by driving revenue through strategic partnerships. Collaborate with field sellers to identify opportunities, execute business plans, and exce...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$143K - $208K *

Join a dynamic team as you lead enterprise-wide manufacturing strategy, ensuring performance and scalability across multiple facilities while driving cross-functional collaboration and continuous impr...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$143K - $208K *

Champion enterprise-wide manufacturing strategy and performance, leading multi-facility operations to ensure scalability, safety, and quality. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive continuous improv...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$157K - $205K *

Empower client success by leading cross-functional teams to deliver strategic, data-driven solutions in commercial operations, focusing on incentive compensation and go-to-market strategies while fost...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $170K *

Transform commercial strategy into actionable plans, ensuring alignment across teams and driving measurable outcomes. Lead cross-functional coordination, manage governance processes, and communicate p...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$80K - $95K *

Lead a dynamic sales team to enhance occupancy in senior living. Build relationships with prospective residents and families while driving results through effective coaching and strategic marketing in...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $130K *

Lead the charge in driving growth by developing strategic relationships with key corporate clients. This role focuses on customer acquisition and requires a proactive approach to sales and business de...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

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.