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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$99K - $136K *

Develop strategic sales initiatives to achieve revenue goals, manage customer relationships, and oversee technical support for multiple product lines while demonstrating leadership in a remote work en...

Georgia, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$175K - $190K *

Lead the charge in building a compelling brand that fosters trust and engagement. Drive creative strategy, manage a dynamic team, and develop impactful content to elevate brand presence and connect wi...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving impactful sales initiatives by engaging IT leaders at Global 5000 companies. Your role will focus on generating qualified meetings, leveraging technology, and c...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead demand generation efforts, shaping strategy and execution to drive pipeline growth. Collaborate cross-functionally to optimize marketing efforts and measure success against revenue goals in a dyn...

Atlanta, GARemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $165K *

Empower your career by driving enterprise sales and transforming digital commerce strategies. Engage with C-level executives, lead complex sales cycles, and exceed revenue targets while collaborating...

Boston, MARemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $183K *

Drive demand generation and pipeline acceleration in the East Region by executing targeted marketing strategies, collaborating with sales teams, and enhancing customer engagement across research solut...

San Diego, CARemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $205K *

Join a dynamic team to drive commercial strategy and execution, enhancing customer engagement and optimizing benefits solutions. As a key player, you'll collaborate across departments to boost sales p...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $120K *

Empower Public Safety agencies by driving sales and fostering relationships across a multi-state territory. Manage the sales cycle through consultative partnerships, ensuring pipeline growth and reven...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $185K *

Drive strategic capture efforts within the Defense Industrial Base, shaping pursuits that align with mission outcomes. Lead acquisition initiatives, engage stakeholders, and develop win strategies to...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$90K - $105K *

Own and grow your sales territory by developing strategic customer relationships and driving revenue growth through consultative sales in North America's complex construction market...

Kansas, USRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of billing operations by leading a team to enhance accuracy, timeliness, and efficiency. Drive process improvements, manage complex accounts, and collaborate across functions to resol...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$102K - $147K *

Accelerate client growth and retention by building trust with C-Level executives. Drive value delivery and identify opportunities within a territory of Large Enterprise clients, ensuring sales targets...

New Jersey, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $150K *

Lead the charge in developing strategic frameworks that translate business objectives into actionable insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to identify growth opportunities and influence decision-m...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

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

$270K - $280K *

Join a team that's driving clinical excellence by overseeing trial execution, managing timelines, budgets, and CROs. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure compliance and quality while mentoring team...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$176K - $264K *

Optimize product management for Women's Health in North America, driving strategy, revenue growth, and market share. Collaborate with stakeholders to tailor solutions and enhance customer insights, en...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$130K - $150K *

Elevate project success by managing the lifecycle of commercial sales initiatives. Collaborate across teams to ensure accurate documentation, financial oversight, and timely invoicing, driving efficie...

United StatesRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing new business and driving product specifications for next-gen data center architectures, leveraging a strong technical background to engage with hyperscalers and grow reve...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's driving growth by owning the full sales cycle, from generating leads to closing deals. Collaborate with founders and product teams to enhance our sales strategy and deliver exceptio...

Bellevue, WARemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Transform sales success by leading a team of Account Executives to exceed targets while fostering a high-performance culture. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive exceptional customer experiences a...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive revenue growth by identifying new business opportunities and nurturing client relationships in the light industrial sector. Collaborate with teams to exceed sales targets and deliver tailored so...

Indianapolis, INRemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$150K - $180K *

Join a team that's shaping global regulatory strategy for rare disease therapies. In this pivotal role, you'll lead submissions and agency interactions across the US, EU, UK, and Japan, driving execut...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate operational excellence by managing key account performance, driving continuous improvement, and ensuring seamless service delivery. Collaborate cross-functionally to transform data into act...

Belleville, MIRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by driving sales through lead generation and collaboration. Engage with prospects, utilize CRM tools, and achieve quarterly goals while participating in trade shows. Join a dynamic te...

Gainesville, GARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Drive impactful go-to-market strategies for Global Systems Integrators. Leverage your product marketing expertise to create valuable enablement resources that empower partners and enhance Cyera's data...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $200K *

Strategize and execute a comprehensive mass channel sales strategy, driving growth through partnerships with major retailers. Lead cross-functional teams to optimize product offerings and ensure opera...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 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.