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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$150K - $180K *

Drive the future of portfolio management by leading AI-enabled product strategies. Collaborate across teams to transform insights into actionable decisions, ensuring customer success and product adopt...

Jersey City, NJRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$65K - $112K *

Lead the charge in managing complex client relationships, employing data-driven strategies for enhanced service delivery, retention, and performance improvement while mentoring team members and coordi...

Tulsa, OKRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$105K *

Drive sales success by supporting territory growth through proactive outreach, relationship building, and collaboration with internal teams. Enhance client service and contribute to strategic initiati...

New York, NYRemote

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$108K - $122K *

Champion exceptional corporate events by leading strategy, design, and execution of high-impact experiences for clients and executives, ensuring alignment with business goals and delivering premium se...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$130K - $155K *

Accelerate progress at a large multi-site facilities management account by overseeing client governance, operational performance, and technology integration. Drive results through collaboration and in...

United StatesRemote

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

$162K - $243K *

Lead a dynamic team in managing complex clinical research trials, ensuring project execution aligns with strategic objectives. Drive process improvements and maintain client relationships while overse...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$162K - $243K *

Lead a dynamic team in managing complex clinical research trials, ensuring strategic execution and client satisfaction. Drive project success through effective communication, budget oversight, and qua...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $185K *

Join a team that's driving strategic sourcing excellence in Facilities for Retail accounts. Lead a dedicated team to deliver innovative solutions, manage supplier relationships, and ensure high-qualit...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $170K *

Partner with us to drive growth and strengthen relationships with key strategic accounts. Leverage your expertise in enterprise sales to identify opportunities, ensure renewals, and deliver measurable...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$89K - $111K *

Elevate your career as a senior individual contributor, driving tech integration partnerships. Manage complex deals from negotiation to go-live with a dedicated engineering team, influencing how solut...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $231K *

Unlock market potential by leading product strategy and execution for the Central Region. Drive portfolio performance, align cross-functional teams, and enhance customer value through innovative healt...

RemoteRemote

Reposted yesterday

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$130K - $160K *

Transform customer engagement by owning the technical pre-sales process, mentoring teams, and driving strategic account growth while collaborating with cross-functional leaders to deliver exceptional...

San Francisco, CARemote

Yesterday

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

$125K - $150K *

Advance the growth of our Network Control solutions by strategically identifying and pursuing new sales opportunities with Independent Power Producers and others. Collaborate with technical teams, ana...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $185K *

Transform enterprise banking by driving sales of innovative SaaS solutions. Leverage your expertise to identify key clients, build relationships, and close complex deals, all while collaborating with...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$190K - $240K *

Transform the Human Data Trial lifecycle by leading product vision and execution. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions, mentor junior members, and drive impactful da...

New Haven, CTRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$129K - $162K *

Deliver exceptional customer experiences by driving growth in strategic accounts. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop long-term strategies, identify opportunities, and build trusted rel...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K *

Drive sales success by engaging with decision makers, executing strategic plans, and surpassing quotas. Leverage a deep understanding of the SaaS/Security sector to convey product value and enhance cu...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$194K - $291K *

Lead the strategic and operational execution of companion diagnostic projects in oncology, ensuring alignment with clinical development and regulatory standards while driving cross-functional collabor...

Princeton, NJRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $132K *

Engage in strategic partnership development by cultivating executive-level relationships, driving revenue growth through partnerships, and aligning solutions with partner goals to achieve sales object...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$196K - $353K *

Champion growth in oncology by leading a high-performing sales team, driving strategy and execution for a groundbreaking mRNA therapy. Collaborate with partners to enhance customer engagement and achi...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$165K - $195K *

Transform enterprise sales and modernization for retirement technology. Lead a team of Sales Engineers, engaging with diverse stakeholders to deliver tailored solutions and drive impactful customer ex...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$106K - $264K *

Accelerate growth and revenue by identifying, nurturing, and closing enterprise sales in the Southeast, particularly in Georgia. Engage clients with a high level of autonomy to achieve quarterly sales...

United StatesRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$81K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing sales development through hands-on coaching, operational support, and leadership. Drive team performance and foster growth in a dynamic, metrics-driven enviro...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$97K - $155K *

Lead strategic initiatives in commercial lines product management, optimizing profitability and growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions and mentor others, ensur...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$145K - $170K *

Drive partner success by building relationships with VARs and system integrators, enhancing pipeline creation, and accelerating deal velocity to achieve revenue goals in a dynamic, cloud-focused envir...

Massachusetts, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 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.