Explore Sales Director Jobs

Sales directors shape revenue strategy, lead high-performing teams, and build the customer relationships that help organizations grow. Browse vetted Sales Director opportunities on Ladders, including professional roles paying $100,000 or more. Openings vary by company, industry, location, and experience level, offering options for leaders ready to take on broader commercial responsibility.

What Does a Sales Director Do?

A Sales Director sets sales goals and translates business priorities into execution plans. Typical responsibilities include managing and coaching sales teams, forecasting revenue, tracking performance, developing go-to-market strategies, overseeing key accounts, and collaborating with marketing, product, finance, and executive leadership. The role may focus on a region, product line, customer segment, or the entire sales organization.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers commonly seek demonstrated success in sales leadership, revenue growth, and team development. Important skills may include strategic planning, pipeline management, negotiation, data analysis, customer relationship management, and clear communication. Requirements vary, but many positions call for substantial sales experience and a record of meeting or exceeding targets; some employers also prefer a bachelor's degree or experience in a specific industry.

Sales Director Compensation

Compensation depends on factors such as industry, company size, location, scope of responsibility, and individual experience. Many director-level packages combine base salary with performance-based incentives, commissions, or bonuses. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more, so candidates can explore senior roles aligned with their career goals.

Find Your Next Sales Leadership Role

Explore Sales Director listings on Ladders to compare opportunities and identify roles that match your expertise. Review each posting for its responsibilities, qualifications, compensation details, and location. A focused résumé that highlights revenue results, team accomplishments, and strategic impact can help demonstrate your value to prospective employers.

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$90K - $110K *

Champion sales growth by leading a dynamic team of outside sales representatives, driving performance through training and motivation while managing regional sales efforts and customer relationships e...

Maple Grove, MNRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$95K - $135K *

Champion growth by leading nationwide sales for innovative thixomolding technology. Drive new business, cultivate relationships, and manage the sales cycle to achieve ambitious revenue targets with a...

Stow, OHRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$130K - $170K *

Partner with us to enhance consultant relationships in healthcare. Drive business growth by cultivating partnerships, optimizing engagement strategies, and aligning internal teams to effectively posit...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $177K *

Drive strategic initiatives and operational excellence by leading technology solutions, collaborating with stakeholders, and ensuring project success through effective management and innovative proble...

Chicago, ILRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading airport contract negotiations and fostering key industry relationships. Drive business growth through strategic proposal responses and cross-functional collaboration, en...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$169K - $255K *

Shape the future of personalized consumer products by driving strategic partnerships and revenue growth. Lead business development efforts, cultivate relationships, and expand market reach to position...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$169K - $255K *

Join a team that's driving growth through strategic partnerships in personalized consumer products. Lead initiatives to expand market reach and revenue streams while collaborating across functions to...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$144K - $200K *

Lead a dynamic team to drive sales in the public safety sector, focusing on recruitment, coaching, and performance management. Collaborate across functions to enhance team effectiveness and achieve re...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$180K - $240K *

Join a team that's redefining engineering leadership across diverse portfolios. You'll drive operational excellence, foster high-performing teams, and enhance technical consistency while ensuring sust...

Charlotte, NCRemote

1 week ago

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

$82K - $123K *

Drive strategic growth by managing key RFID accounts, fostering C-suite relationships, and executing multi-year commercial strategies to enhance market share and loyalty across North America...

Mentor, OHRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate user engagement and revenue growth by innovating go-to-market strategies, targeting developers and partners within a dynamic SaaS environment. Utilize data-driven insights and creativity to...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $147K *

Lead the charge in account management by cultivating client relationships, overseeing projects, and driving strategic initiatives. Utilize your expertise to enhance agency performance while fostering...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $215K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading regional sales efforts, driving product launch success, and building high-performing teams. Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve sales goals and foster s...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $95K *

Empower innovation in mobile advertising by leveraging expertise in measurement and fraud mitigation. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance adtech solutions and navigate the evolving landscape of d...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$100K - $120K *

Elevate customer relationships by managing and growing strategic national accounts. Focus on retention, upselling, and cross-selling within the Collision and Mechanical sectors while leveraging SaaS s...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$125K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to pioneering luxury travel experiences by strategically managing a sales territory and engaging retail travel agencies to drive revenue and brand loyalty in the competiti...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Optimize runtime authorization strategies across diverse segments, driving technical wins and enabling Sales Engineers. Leverage deep IAM and PAM expertise to deliver impactful solutions, ensuring com...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Lead Neumo's national event strategy, managing end-to-end processes from planning to execution across diverse conferences and experiences, ensuring alignment with business goals, and driving result-or...

Illinois, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive strategic sales initiatives and lead a high-performing team to achieve revenue and market share goals across the U.S. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer engagement and e...

Ann Arbor, MIRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $300K *

Lead a high-performing sales team to drive enterprise eQMS solutions, achieving revenue targets and fostering strategic relationships across multiple industries. Ensure pipeline growth and effective s...

Boston, MARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining strategic planning in healthcare. Collaborate with experts to develop innovative, multichannel strategies, driving insights and brand growth while leading diverse project...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $215K *

Transform your career by leading regional sales efforts, driving product launch success, and building high-performing teams. Collaborate cross-functionally to achieve sales goals and foster strong cus...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Manage customer relationships to enhance profitability and satisfaction. Collaborate on account planning, negotiate product changes, and optimize production costs while ensuring effective communicatio...

Troy, MIRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in driving client growth and retention by orchestrating cross-functional teams, enhancing client relationships, and executing strategic account plans to achieve revenue goals and ensur...

Missouri, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of financial modelling by leading a dynamic team responsible for analyzing and auditing complex financial models, ensuring reliability, and driving growth within a collaborative envir...

United StatesRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Sales Director do?question toggle

    A Sales Director leads sales strategy and execution, sets targets, manages and develops sales teams, monitors forecasts and performance, and helps grow revenue and customer relationships.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Sales Director jobs?question toggle

    Requirements vary by employer, but roles often seek significant sales experience, proven leadership ability, a history of achieving revenue goals, and skills in forecasting, negotiation, and team development. Some positions require a degree or industry-specific expertise.

  • How much do Sales Directors earn?question toggle

    Pay varies based on location, industry, company, experience, and role scope. Compensation may include base salary and performance incentives. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more; review individual listings for compensation details.

  • Where can I find Sales Director jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Browse Sales Director opportunities on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional jobs with compensation of $100,000 or more. Use listing details to assess fit by location, responsibilities, and qualifications.

  • What skills help Sales Directors succeed?question toggle

    Strategic planning, sales forecasting, pipeline management, coaching, negotiation, data-driven decision-making, and strong communication are commonly valuable. The most relevant skills depend on the employer and sales environment.