Director of Sales Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

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.

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The N2 Company

Area Sales Director

As the nation’s leader in helping small to mid-sized businesses efficiently connect with affluent homeowners, The N2 Company produces high-quality monthly publications, targeted digital...

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FT Sales Supervisor, Bloomingdales Los Angeles, California

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 1 day ago

SMCP - Sandro, Maje, Claudie Pierlot LOCATION: Sandro Maje Bloomingdales, Beverly Center Sales Supervisor At SMCP, our ambition is to become the global leader in the accessible luxury space. Our...

Associate Director of Sales

  • Garden Grove, CA (22 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Garden Grove, CA (22 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 1 day ago

The Associate Director of Sales drives revenue generation through aggressive goal setting, team motivation, and proven sales strategies....

Senior Living Sales Director

  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Overview Voted by Newsweek in 2024 as one of America's Greatest Workplaces for Diversity Make Lives Better Including Your Own. If you want to work in an environment where you can become your best...

Director of Sales, Channel

  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Santa Monica, CA (14 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Join to apply for the Sales Director (Channel & Outbound) role at Kixie We are seeking a highly driven and strategic Sales Director to build and scale our channel partnerships and outbound sales...

Director, Sales and Revenue Planning

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago

About the Role We are hiring a Director of Sales & Revenue Planning to lead strategic planning, forecasting, and compensation design across our U.S. and international Sales teams-including SMB, Mid-Market...

Sales Director - Enterprise

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 4 days ago

What you'll do As a Sales Director Enterprise Sales (Los Angeles), you will lead all the tactical sales and client management responsibilities of your book of business across our central US region....

Senior Regional Sales Director, Data Security-West

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago

About Us: We are the leader in human-centric cybersecurity. Half a million customers, including 87 of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to protect their organizations. Were driven by a mission...

Sales Supervisor: Grown Brilliance

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago

About the Brand Diamonds are a celebration, a memento of lifes most brilliant moments. The jewelry that represents you should be every bit as elegant and unique as yourself. So, thats what we...

Private Events Sales Director

  • Rancho Palos Verdes, CA (16 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Rancho Palos Verdes, CA (16 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Company Overview ABOUT AMERICAN GOLF American Golf is a distinguished leader and pioneer in the golf industry, renowned for its innovative and unparalleled approach to golf course management. With...

FT Sales Supervisor: Set Active

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 5 days ago

About the Brand Hey! Were SET (. Were here to simplify the way you get dressed. In an effort to be more effortless, we design athleisure that blurs the line between form and function. Whether...

Head of Sales Enablement

  • Cypress, CA (16 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cypress, CA (16 miles from Los Angeles, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Description ABOUT US Our philosophy at The Travel Corporation (TTC) is simple, we create enriching experiences for travelers by combining an unbeatable mix of exceptional service and quality at...

Sales Supervisor Full Time - 7FAM

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago

Sales Supervisor (Part-Time or Full-Time) Join 7 For All Mankind, the first company to bring premium denim to the market, putting L.A. on the map as the fashion authority on premium denim. 7 For...

Director, Sales

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago

WHAT YOULL DO Viant has an exciting opportunity on our Los Angeles sales team for a high impact Director of Sales to evangelize new business, generate awareness, and grow sales of the Viant DSP within...

Head of Sales, MapQuest

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 days ago

Help Shape the Future of Mapping with MapQuest System1 is seeking a dynamic and results-driven Enterprise Sales Leader to drive scalable, high-impact growth for MapQuest, one of the worlds largest...

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Salary for Director of Sales Jobs in Los Angeles, CA

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Highest Education Level

Director of Saless in Los Angeles, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
57.5%
Master's Degree
21.8%
High School or GED
6.7%
Associate's Degree
5.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
4.5%
Doctorate Degree
1.8%
Some College
1.4%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Director of Saless in Los Angeles, CA
6-8 years
34.8%
4-6 years
26.1%
1-2 years
13.0%
2-4 years
13.0%
8-10 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
4.4%


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