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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$110K - $130K *

Tackle business development and technical collaboration for account growth in financial services. Manage engagements from introduction to expansion, partner with cross-functional teams, and deliver cu...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $190K *

Champion a national team of Medical Science Liaisons focused on obesity, driving strategy and KOL engagement. Lead cross-functional collaboration and ensure compliance while developing high-performing...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$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 *

Elevate your career by leading technology-driven manufacturing projects. Drive complex initiatives from concept to delivery, ensuring quality and profitability while collaborating with cross-functiona...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to drive sales growth in the Western U.S. as you develop key accounts and optimize channel partnerships. Leverage your expertise to forecast orders and enhance customer relationshi...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing commercial execution through optimized sales processes and CRM strategies. Lead cross-functional initiatives to drive efficiency, improve forecasting, and fos...

Florida, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$170K - $200K *

Transform your career by driving revenue growth in the federal sector. Manage the full sales cycle, engage with key stakeholders, and collaborate across teams to enhance market strategies and deliver...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$275K - $350K *

Elevate your career by owning the full sales cycle, building strategic relationships, and driving enterprise solutions in a collaborative environment focused on advanced AI and robotics...

Los Angeles, CARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$275K - $350K *

Drive your career by owning the full sales cycle, building strategic relationships, and expanding business opportunities in the logistics and automation sectors. Collaborate cross-functionally to deli...

Atlanta, GARemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$97K - $145K *

Unlock potential by managing key accounts and driving sales for evaporative media solutions. Leverage your HVAC expertise and customer relations skills while collaborating with engineers to deliver ta...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$150K - $235K *

Join a team that's redefining business processes through digital transformation. Lead cross-functional initiatives, ensuring scalable and standardized practices that align with strategic goals while f...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$124K - $156K *

Shape the future of AI Services by owning product strategy and execution. Collaborate with engineering teams to define agentic capabilities, drive tool strategies, and establish AI quality standards t...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by driving customer marketing strategies that enhance retention, advocacy, and revenue growth. Collaborate with teams to create impactful campaigns and leverage customer insights for...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$180K - $220K *

Empower growth in Generative AI by building relationships, driving revenue, and collaborating cross-functionally to deliver innovative solutions while achieving client satisfaction and sales targets i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role focused on sales and market development in the Life Sciences sector, utilizing your expertise in automated liquid handling. Collaborate with teams to build relatio...

Houston, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$175K - $245K *

Join a dynamic team to cultivate strategic relationships within the Private Equity ecosystem, driving enterprise value through consultative sales. Leverage your expertise to navigate complex procureme...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$175K - $245K *

Drive your career with a senior leadership role focused on building strategic relationships in the Private Equity sector. Utilize a consultative approach to enhance enterprise value and secure long-te...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$160K - $185K *

Unlock growth through consultative sales in clinical research. Collaborate with biotech leaders to enhance global health by managing strategic accounts and delivering innovative solutions that advance...

California, USRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Transform customer success strategies to enhance client satisfaction and retention. Lead a dynamic team, driving initiatives that elevate user experience and foster growth within a fast-paced SaaS env...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$110K - $130K *

Drive the future of product marketing by shaping positioning, go-to-market strategies, and sales enablement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance customer education and competitive intel...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$184K - $287K *

Empower our channel sales strategy by building and scaling MSP partnerships, driving recurring revenue, and collaborating cross-functionally to establish a robust partner ecosystem that thrives in the...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$200K - $240K *

Transform the future of energy management by leveraging innovative software solutions to drive sales growth and sustainability outcomes for clients in both public and private sectors. Build strong rel...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $110K *

Lead the charge in shaping product marketing strategies for two dynamic markets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive customer adoption, competitive positioning, and revenue growth while e...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $231K *

Join a dynamic team as a strategic advisor, driving clinical priorities and operational excellence. Collaborate with leaders to translate strategy into action, enhance provider performance, and suppor...

Chicago, ILRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Transform market strategies by leading growth initiatives in North America's Plastic Film, Pulp, Paper & Printing, and Glass sectors. Drive profitability through customer relationships, market intelli...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

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.