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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$154K - $231K *

Lead the charge in driving sales strategy execution, manage product expert teams, and foster relationships with key clients. Transform innovative ideas into actionable sales initiatives for product en...

Bentonville, ARRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$107K - $125K *

Join a team that's transforming industrial automation by driving sales of advanced robotic solutions. Leverage your expertise to build strategic partnerships, enhance customer relationships, and expan...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Transform sales strategies and drive revenue growth by leading a national team of Business Development Managers, fostering collaboration, accountability, and high performance across all engagements...

Colorado, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $115K *

Lead strategic paid social initiatives, driving campaign excellence and team development across healthcare accounts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to innovate and optimize performance, ensur...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Shape the future of K-12 literacy by leading a dynamic sales team, driving growth, and building lasting partnerships with educators. Leverage your expertise to develop strategies that enhance educatio...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's redefining Integrated Production excellence. Lead diverse creative projects, inspire talent, and drive innovative solutions while ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence for h...

New York, NYRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Shape your career as a strategic leader focused on driving growth, enhancing customer satisfaction, and expanding market presence through effective sales strategies and key account management...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$194K - $266K *

Champion patient engagement strategies by leading a dynamic team focused on optimizing recruitment and retention across clinical trials. Drive performance, enhance collaboration, and ensure successful...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$71K - $95K *

Elevate your career by managing local client portfolios, driving revenue growth through targeted advertising solutions, and leveraging data-driven insights to optimize campaign strategies across TV, s...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$63K - $99K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving client success through innovative advertising solutions. This role involves building relationships, developing strategies, and leveraging multi-platform media t...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $140K *

Transform regional accounts by developing strategic programs and building strong relationships with local decision-makers. Drive growth through effective budgeting, insights, and innovative solutions...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$125K - $185K *

Lead the charge in delivering strategic category value by orchestrating client-centric Design & Construction initiatives that align with operational goals, ensuring effective delivery through an innov...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Transform our inbound SDR team to drive product-led growth and optimize revenue. Lead, coach, and innovate processes that enhance sales engagement and conversion, ensuring a high-quality pipeline and...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $170K *

Join a team that's driving strategic sales in TMS, WMS, and SaaS solutions. Lead initiatives to achieve sales targets, develop customer relationships, and promote innovative technology offerings while...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$500K+*

Pioneer renewable investing strategies that shape client relationships and drive growth. Oversee a talented team, influence market approaches, and enhance Crux's offerings while cultivating partnershi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Unlock growth in the food and nutraceutical sector by managing customer relationships, executing sales strategies, and driving market analysis to achieve sales goals and foster sustainable business de...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$180K - $200K *

Champion commercial manufacturing excellence by leading technical operations, ensuring on-time delivery of drug products and APIs, and collaborating with regulatory teams to meet compliance and perfor...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $123K *

Lead the charge in pharmaceutical meetings operations, driving client partnerships and operational excellence while navigating compliance. Shape processes and enhance stakeholder engagement to deliver...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's transforming women's health by driving sales in OB/GYN and maternal-fetal medicine. You'll manage the full sales cycle, leveraging existing relationships to expand our reach and ens...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $258K *

Elevate your career by leading strategic initiatives in Medical and Scientific Affairs. Drive portfolio governance, enhance operational excellence, and foster cross-functional collaboration to deliver...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Unlock new opportunities in offshore energy by connecting customer needs with innovative marine solutions. Drive account strategy and commercial execution, leveraging your industry expertise to delive...

Houston, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$172K - $210K *

Transform regulatory operations by leading submission strategies, managing systems, and ensuring compliance across portfolios while collaborating with cross-functional teams for successful outcomes...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Accelerate growth by leading product marketing strategies that bridge development and customer needs. Drive market success through compelling narratives, deep market insights, and impactful go-to-mark...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$90K - $120K *

Elevate brand presence through in-store execution, relationship-building, and training. Drive sales support and visual merchandising while collaborating with key accounts to enhance customer experienc...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$75K - $95K *

Help us shape the future of digital advertising by leading a team in delivering programmatic campaign excellence and leveraging data-driven insights to meet client objectives across various channels...

New York, USRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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.