Director of Sales Jobs
A Director of Sales is a high-level executive who is responsible for leading and managing the entire sales operations of an organization. This role involves developing and implementing sales strategies, forecasting sales trends, overseeing the sales team, and establishing sales targets and budgets. They are also responsible for maintaining relationships with key clients, identifying new potential markets, and keeping up-to-date with industry trends. A Director of Sales is also expected to provide reports on sales performance to the company's senior leaders.
Key skills required for the role of a Director of Sales include excellent leadership, strategic planning, and organizational skills. They must also have strong communication and negotiation abilities, and a good understanding of customer relationship management. Knowledge of data analysis and performance metrics are crucial. Certifications such as Certified Professional Sales Person (CPSP), Certified Sales Leadership Professional (CSLP), or a related degree in Business or Marketing can be beneficial. Prior roles that a person may have before becoming a Director of Sales include Sales Manager, Regional Sales Manager, or Account Executive.
Account Director, Corporate Hospitality
- Patrice and Associates - Recruiting Specialists
- Los Angeles, CA
- 23 hours ago
- Los Angeles, CA
- 23 hours ago
TITLE: Operations Director, Senior Hospitality COMPENSATION : $150-170,000 Annual Salary BENEFITS : Full corporate benefits plan - medical, dental, 401k/retirement SUMMARY A leading workplace...
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Digital Director of Sales Apple Valley News Now & Phase 3 Digital Kennewick, WA
- Morgan Murphy Media
- Kennewick, WA
- 23 hours ago
- Morgan Murphy Media
- Kennewick, WA
- 23 hours ago
About This Opportunity: Morgan Murphy Media in Kennewick, WA, comprising Apple Valley News Now and Phase 3 Digital Agency, is seeking a seasoned Digital Director of Sales to lead and grow our digital...
In Person- Clinical Pathology Laboratories, Inc
- San Marcos, TX
- 4 days ago
- San Marcos, TX
- 4 days ago
Directs channel development activity and coordinates sales distribution by establishing sales territories, quotas, and goals. Assigns sales territory to sales representatives....
In Person- Procter & Gamble
- Virginia Beach, VA
- 6 days ago
- Virginia Beach, VA
- 6 days ago
As a Sales Director: You will be leading and managing in a complex organization, leveraging data insights to develop winning sales propositions for a diverse range of customers....
In PersonASM / Sales Supervisor - Mid Hudson Valley
- Craft Beer Guild Dist. of NY
- New Paltz, NY
- 60+ days ago
- New Paltz, NY
- 60+ days ago
We are currently looking for an ASM / Sales Supervisor....
In Person- Brightview Senior Living, LLC
- Billerica, MA
- 30+ days ago
- Billerica, MA
- 30+ days ago
Previous healthcare/senior living sales experience. Ability to perform community outreach, generate leads, overcome opposition to generate sales....
In PersonRegional Sales Director - West - Hiring Immediately
- Guest Supply
- Corona, CA
- 21 days ago
- Corona, CA
- 21 days ago
and sales teams....
In PersonRegional Sales Director - West - Career Growth Opportunities
- Guest Supply
- Corona, CA
- 11 days ago
- Corona, CA
- 11 days ago
and sales teams....
In PersonPurpose of the Position Responsible for leading and directing a sales team to meet or exceed sales revenue, sales profitability and volume....
In Personin an inbound sales environment....
In PersonManaging Director, Sales Operations & Market Activation
- Grant Thornton
- Chicago, IL
- 1 hour ago
- Chicago, IL
- 1 hour ago
The Managing Director, Sales Operations & Market Activation drives execution across the global commercial organization....
In PersonAssociate Director, Sales Training - Hematology/Oncology
- Incyte Corporation
- Chadds Ford, PA
- 1 hour ago
- Chadds Ford, PA
- 1 hour ago
Partnering closely with the Business Unit Lead for Sales Training for Sales Training, this individual develops and executes a comprehensive training curriculum that ensures field teams are equipped...
In PersonDirector of Sales The Whitehall Houston (Onsite)
- Schulte Companies
- Houston, TX
- 2 hours ago
- Houston, TX
- 2 hours ago
Schulte Hospitality Group is seeking a dynamic, service-oriented Director of Sales to join our team! Schulte Hospitality Group is an organization whose success is rooted in its service culture....
In PersonMonitor regional sales performance using KPIs and sales metrics....
RemoteSenior Workday Sales Director Flexible Arrangements
- Armanino
- Chicago, IL
- 2 hours ago
- Chicago, IL
- 2 hours ago
Armanino is seeking a Sales Executive to drive sales and generate business opportunities for Workday Financials & HCM in Chicago, Illinois....
In PersonDirector of Sales Online Courses and Training Opportunities
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- Global Sales
- Hotel Sales
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- Trade Shows
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- Long-Term Disability
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- Salesforce
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- Retail
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- Military Background
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- Microsoft Excel
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