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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$125K - $150K *

Drive regional sales growth by leading a high-performing team, enhancing customer engagement, and executing strategic initiatives to achieve financial goals. Collaborate with senior leadership to opti...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$135K - $160K *

Build and lead a high-performing sales team to drive revenue growth through effective sales management, strategic pursuits, and Salesforce excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhanc...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate revenue growth by leading and scaling a high-performing sales team, driving disciplined sales operations, and fostering strategic partnerships to convert opportunities into predictable, rec...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Oversee the D2C and Digital strategy, driving growth across retail and eCommerce channels. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance consumer engagement and optimize performance, ensuring a premium ex...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$150K - $180K *

Shape the future of direct-to-consumer strategies by leading multi-channel growth initiatives, optimizing consumer experiences, and driving profitability across retail and digital platforms while coll...

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Empower marketing teams to drive brand success across a diverse portfolio of hotels. Lead strategic initiatives, enhance guest engagement, and optimize marketing performance while fostering collaborat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$300K *

Innovate the landscape of enterprise sales by owning key accounts, navigating complex buying committees, and driving six-figure agreements while mentoring a high-performing team to elevate their strat...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $110K *

Join us to drive growth in the Consumer Packaged Goods sector by leading the sales cycle, building client relationships, and implementing effective account strategies. Collaborate with teams to enhanc...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by leading a dynamic sales team to drive growth and profitability. Collaborate with stakeholders, implement effective strategies, and foster high performance to exceed sales targets a...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$205K - $265K *

Drive sales efficiency and optimize operations by leading strategic initiatives that enhance productivity, forecasting, and customer engagement. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement be...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$205K - $265K *

Empower your career by optimizing sales operations and driving efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance processes, manage forecasts, and implement strategic initiatives that supp...

Atlanta, GARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Drive sales initiatives and foster customer relationships to enhance innovative solutions in the machine tool industry. Collaborate closely with technical teams to address client needs while achieving...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $110K *

Unlock your potential by leading strategic communications campaigns, inspiring your team, and driving client satisfaction while collaborating across diverse projects for impactful brand success...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$150K - $180K *

Empower a dynamic sales team to achieve ambitious goals through strategic leadership, coaching, and relationship-building. Drive innovative product solutions and foster collaboration across department...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join us in driving finance volume and market share for commercial equipment. This field-based role emphasizes relationship management, sales presentations, and collaboration with internal teams, requi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading sales strategies for single-family homes, driving absorption and pricing decisions while collaborating with cross-functional teams to achieve community targets and enhance...

Yesterday

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

$100K - $120K *

Lead membership sales initiatives by coaching a high-performing team, driving individual and club sales targets, and fostering community relationships to enhance membership growth and engagement...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $210K *

Drive your career with strategic leadership in media planning, shaping client success and agency standards. Lead a high-performing team, own P&L for key accounts, and influence industry conversations...

Today

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$120K - $230K *

Inspire and lead our media planning practice, setting strategic standards and driving client success through integrated strategies. Mentor a high-performing team while owning P&L for key accounts and...

4 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Media

$125K - $157K *

Shape the future of sales by leading a dynamic team to launch innovative therapeutic products, develop effective strategies, and penetrate underserved markets while ensuring compliance and driving rev...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $157K *

Shape the future of healthcare by leading a dynamic sales team to launch innovative products. Drive growth through effective strategies, training, and partnerships while operating in underserved clini...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $157K *

Grow your leadership skills by building a dynamic sales team focused on launching a new therapeutic product, while developing strategies to penetrate underserved markets and achieve sales targets...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by managing key accounts, driving product innovation, and collaborating across teams to enhance market presence and optimize customer relationships. Lead initiatives from concept to r...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Transform customer relationships by leading a matrixed team to drive strategic direction, operational excellence, and business development within a high-impact Cable Backplane Business Unit...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$200K - $320K *

Join a team that's driving revenue growth by leading sales initiatives, mentoring talent, and fostering strategic partnerships to enhance customer satisfaction and achieve financial goals in a dynamic...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.