Senior Director, Sales Jobs

Explore Senior Director, Sales jobs on Ladders, where professionals can find vetted opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more. Senior sales leaders shape go-to-market strategy, build high-performing teams, and guide revenue growth across regions, business units, and customer segments.

What Does a Senior Director of Sales Do?

A Senior Director of Sales typically leads sales organizations and translates company goals into measurable revenue plans. Responsibilities may include setting sales targets, forecasting performance, managing key accounts, refining sales processes, partnering with marketing and product teams, and coaching directors, managers, and individual contributors.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek extensive sales leadership experience, a record of meeting or exceeding revenue goals, and the ability to lead complex sales cycles. Strategic planning, team development, negotiation, pipeline management, executive communication, and data-driven decision-making are commonly valued. Requirements vary by industry, company size, and whether the role focuses on enterprise, channel, or field sales.

Senior Director of Sales Salary and Opportunities

Compensation depends on factors such as industry, location, scope of responsibility, and the mix of base pay, bonus, and commission. Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, helping experienced sales leaders discover roles with meaningful responsibility and competitive compensation.

Find Your Next Sales Leadership Role

Browse Senior Director, Sales openings to compare employers, responsibilities, and qualifications. Use Ladders to find opportunities that align with your leadership experience and career goals, from scaling a growing sales organization to advancing revenue strategy at an established company.

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$125K - $150K *

Drive expansion through end-to-end business development efforts with key defense agencies and contractors, leveraging strong relationships and strategic insights to secure major contracts in aerospace...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$75K - $90K *

Help us drive growth by managing the full sales cycle, from prospecting to closing. You'll identify new business opportunities and shape outbound strategies, all while collaborating with sales leaders...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$180K - $220K *

Shape the future of our global sales strategy by leading a high-performing team, driving revenue growth, and fostering key client relationships across diverse regions in the manufacturing vertical...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Advance operational excellence by leading sales planning and performance reporting. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance CRM governance and streamline workflows, driving growth and effic...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the charge in optimizing airline sales operations by driving strategic planning, enhancing CRM governance, and leveraging data insights to accelerate growth and improve decision-making across the...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$179K - $227K *

Drive the product strategy for a comprehensive commercial platform, overseeing multifunctional execution and leveraging cross-team collaboration to enhance customer engagement and operational efficien...

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1 month ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Shape the future of freight sales by driving revenue growth through new business acquisition and expanding shipper relationships in a high-performance environment while owning the complete sales cycle...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Transportation

$129K - $193K *

Lead the commercial operations for the Heavy Duty sector, enhancing process efficiencies, driving analytics automation, and optimizing customer service to ensure operational excellence and improved bu...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$332K - $469K *

Drive strategic leadership in drug development, mentoring teams to optimize innovative therapies across diverse portfolios, ensuring alignment with business goals and fostering collaboration for impac...

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$218K - $365K *

Unlock potential by leading the performance strategy for a global distributed database. Drive architectural decisions, manage teams, and ensure high performance across releases while fostering collabo...

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$160K - $200K *

Champion growth by leading revenue generation and partnerships in private markets, driving sales cycles from initiation to closure while shaping market strategy and operations for sustainable expansio...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovative outreach strategies as a Senior Business Development Representative, engaging leads and nurturing relationships to accelerate the sales pipeline. Collaborate with a dynamic team while...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$154K - $247K *

Lead revenue growth for Enterprise customers by managing sales pipelines, building relationships, and exceeding targets. Utilize strong communication skills to address customer needs and drive long-te...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$154K - $247K *

Drive revenue growth by managing key Enterprise accounts, leveraging strong sales skills to exceed targets and build lasting relationships with decision-makers, while ensuring alignment with customer...

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$154K - $247K *

Join a team that's driving revenue growth for Enterprise customers by leveraging strong sales skills and building trusted relationships. You'll manage a pipeline of deals and exceed sales targets whil...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$154K - $247K *

Drive revenue growth by managing key Enterprise accounts, leveraging your sales expertise to exceed targets and build lasting relationships with decision-makers. Collaborate with a dynamic team to ach...

2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$100K - $120K *

Accelerate your career by driving sales growth in the AV channel. Leverage existing relationships and develop new strategies to enhance market presence and achieve sales targets across key accounts in...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$118K - $177K *

Join a pioneering life sciences company to drive sales in infectious disease diagnostics. Collaborate with clinical leaders and leverage innovative technology to enhance patient care while expanding y...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead enterprise sales efforts by developing a high-performing team, driving strategic deals, and ensuring operational excellence. Foster collaboration across departments to effectively address custome...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion business growth by leading a high-performing sales team targeting complex enterprise accounts. Engage with senior stakeholders, drive strategic initiatives, and champion innovative sales tact...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's focused on pioneering enterprise sales in life sciences. You'll enhance customer relationships, drive new business, and lead complex negotiations to elevate growth and compliance so...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$164K - $176K *

Accelerate customer success by leading a high-performing team focused on retention, expansion, and satisfaction across enterprise accounts. Drive strategic initiatives, build scalable processes, and f...

2 weeks ago

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

$350K - $425K *

Shape the future of technology sales by leading a dynamic team focused on SLED accounts. Drive strategic initiatives, build executive relationships, and deliver impactful solutions while exceeding sal...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$350K - $425K *

Drive strategic sales initiatives in SLED Accounts, managing a high-performing team to exceed quotas and foster executive relationships. Collaborate across departments to deliver winning proposals and...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $150K *

Lead the creation and management of SKU-intensive sales forecasts, adapting to trends to optimize inventory levels and minimize stock issues while fostering strong cross-functional relationships in a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Senior Director of Sales do?question toggle

    A Senior Director of Sales leads sales teams and strategy, sets revenue goals, monitors forecasts and pipeline health, develops talent, and works with other departments to support growth. The exact scope varies by organization.

  • What qualifications are common for Senior Director, Sales jobs?question toggle

    Employers commonly look for substantial sales experience, a history of delivering revenue results, and leadership ability. Strategic planning, forecasting, negotiation, coaching, and executive communication are frequently important, though requirements differ by role.

  • How much do Senior Directors of Sales earn?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on industry, location, company size, and role scope, and may include base salary plus bonus or commission. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more.

  • Where can I find Senior Director, Sales jobs?question toggle

    You can browse Senior Director, Sales opportunities on Ladders, which focuses on vetted professional roles with salaries of $100,000 or more.