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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$160K - $200K *

Lead, develop, and scale a high-performing sales team to drive revenue and growth in SMB and Mid-Market sectors, implementing strategies that enhance productivity and customer engagement while fosteri...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Oversee and drive net-new revenue growth through strategic client engagement and complex solution sales. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to shape enterprise opportunities within regulated sec...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $190K *

Lead the charge in driving new business growth across complex technology solutions. Empower senior client relationships and oversee the complete sales lifecycle, leveraging expertise to navigate and n...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Join a team that's driving growth and innovation as a strategic sales leader. You'll develop and execute commercial strategies, enhance customer relationships, and lead a high-performing sales organiz...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$171K - $228K *

Shape the future of public sector sales by leading strategic growth initiatives, fostering key relationships, and driving innovative solutions to meet complex customer needs in a highly regulated envi...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$190K - $254K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic sales team, driving client engagement, and shaping innovative sales strategies. Collaborate cross-functionally to mentor talent and achieve impactful results t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $210K *

Elevate your career by leading the Enterprise Solutions Engineering team, driving customer success through technical expertise and strategic leadership. Collaborate with Sales, Product, and Engineerin...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $135K *

Join a team that's driving growth in the life insurance and annuity market. Leverage your expertise to build strategic relationships, manage the full client lifecycle, and align solutions with client...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Engage with clients to streamline communication, ensuring seamless project execution by coordinating cross-functional teams and aligning commitment with project goals, while proactively managing risks...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$125K - $157K *

Shape the future of sales by leading a dynamic team to launch innovative therapeutic products, develop effective strategies, and penetrate underserved markets while ensuring compliance and driving rev...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $150K *

Engage in refining sales strategies, managing teams, and fostering partnerships to achieve business objectives in a dynamic territory, contributing to market growth and channel marketing initiatives w...

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $150K *

Champion the growth of technology sales in the Western territory by leading a team of account managers and applications engineers. Drive results through strategic market insights, channel partnerships...

Los Angeles, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$170K - $230K *

Pioneer a high-performing sales team, driving revenue growth through strategic leadership and client engagement. Shape the future of our corporate sales efforts by optimizing processes and fostering c...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$128K - $220K *

Lead the charge in driving successful integration initiatives across functions, translating business goals into strategic plans, managing risks, and fostering collaboration to achieve operational exce...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $126K *

Shape the future of healthcare staffing by managing strategic client relationships, driving program performance, and leading cross-functional teams to enhance service utilization and revenue growth fo...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's focused on driving growth for high-value enterprise clients, leveraging your sales acumen to navigate complex organizations and build long-lasting relationships while coordinating i...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Deliver strategic enterprise sales initiatives by driving new business, nurturing key client relationships, and leveraging technical resources to capture major accounts across North America and expand...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Transform client engagement by driving enterprise growth initiatives, identifying key accounts, and building strategic relationships. This dynamic role demands a savvy sales professional, adept at nav...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Drive growth by securing major enterprise clients while collaborating with internal teams to navigate complex organizations and establish trusted relationships with C-Suite executives across North Ame...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Drive growth by forging strategic partnerships with major enterprise clients across North America, leveraging insights and expertise to establish long-term relationships and maximize revenue opportuni...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$385K - $400K *

Transform regional sales performance by leading a high-impact team, driving strategic growth, and utilizing best practices to meet ambitious quotas within a dynamic environment. Foster relationships a...

RemoteRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$162K - $357K *

Elevate your career by driving strategic growth initiatives, leveraging data insights to shape market strategies, and collaborating with senior leaders to optimize business development efforts in a dy...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$174K - $261K *

Lead and inspire a specialized sales team to drive complex platform sales, fostering executive relationships and coaching high-performing sellers to modernize technology strategies and achieve strateg...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $261K *

Join a team that's redefining enterprise sales by leading specialized Account Executives to drive complex platform solutions. Leverage your expertise to build relationships with CIOs and CTOs, ensurin...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$174K - $261K *

Lead and mentor a specialized sales team to drive complex platform sales, engaging with CIOs and IT leaders. Shape strategies, foster accountability, and enhance market adoption of innovative solution...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer 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.