Director of Sales Jobs in Los Gatos, 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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KAM/Sales Director

  • Monte Vista, CA (7 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Monte Vista, CA (7 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 1 hour ago

, Sales, and Project Management Industry Telecommunications...

Sales Director, Entertainment Category

  • Mountain View, CA (13 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Mountain View, CA (13 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Sales Director, Entertainment Category (Finance) Sales Director, Entertainment Category (Finance) Yahoo serves as a trusted guide for hundreds of millions of people globally, helping them achieve...

Sales Director ESS- South America

  • Fremont, CA (23 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Fremont, CA (23 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 2 hours ago

Gotion Inc. is based in Silicon Valley, CA, currently building a Manufacturing facility in Manteno, IL and has R D centers in Ohio, China, Japan and Europe. We innovate in the next generation...

Sales Director

  • San Jose, CA (9 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA (9 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

At Watermark Retirement Communities, we've been a trusted leader in senior living for over 30 years, driven by our commitment to building an innovative, compassionate culture for both residents...

Enterprise Sales Director - Western Region (Remote)

  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Santa Clara, CA (8 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

See. Know. Secure. Every connected asset everywhere. ORDR is a leader in AI-powered asset risk and exposure management, trusted by top organizations across healthcare, pharmaceuticals,...

Remote Work

Retail Sales Supervisor

  • San Jose, CA (9 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA (9 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

The primary role of the Sales Supervisor is to develop their team for success by becoming proficient in guest engagement to achieve revenue and budgeted sales targets. Position Description...

Sales Director - Global Strategic Account

  • Fremont, CA (23 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Fremont, CA (23 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Siemens EDA (SEDA) is a global technology leader in Electronic Design Automation software. Our software tools enable companies around the world to develop new and highly innovative electronic...

Sales Supervisor: Rent The Runway (Pop Up)

  • San Jose, CA (9 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Jose, CA (9 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 1 day ago

About the Role: We are seeking passionate and driven PT and FT Sales Supervisors for our Rent The Runway ( (Pop Up) boutique coming to Valley Fair. As a key leader in our team, you will play a...

Virtual Director of Sales - West, AI DLP, cybersecurity

  • San Jose, CA (9 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (9 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Virtual Director of Sales - West, AI DLP, cybersecurity Our client is the first-ever data security platform that puts data loss prevention (DLP) and insider risk management (IRM) programs on autopilot...

Associate Director, Sales Analytics and Operations Redwood City, CA

  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Redwood City, CA (21 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 2 days ago

Associate Director, Sales Analytics and Operations Redwood City, CA Who We Are Arcellx is a public, clinical-stage biotechnology company reimagining cell therapy by engineering innovative immunotherapies...

Director of Sales

  • San Jose, CA (9 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (9 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 3 days ago

Peachtree's Director of Sales are professional, polished, the right-hand person to the General Manager. If your experiences align with the below, let's talk....

Retail Sales Supervisor

  • Menlo Park, CA (19 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (19 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Retail Sales Supervisors champion customer engagement and oversee the front of store operations. You and the store team will focus on increasing sales, conversions and service throughout the...

Lead Sales Supervisor - Saratoga, CA

  • Saratoga, CA (3 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Saratoga, CA (3 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 4 days ago

Work is Sweet! 'Quality without Compromise' is not just a motto at See's Candies. It is the most important ingredient in our recipe for success. See's Candies has been in business since 1921 and...

DeepTech Co-Founder / Head of Sales (100 % remote) (m/f/d)

  • Palo Alto, CA (17 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (17 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 5 days ago

2M after our Grand Pitch) Talent : Hiring support through our network (over 50,000 professionals) Distribution : Support in reaching product-market-fit and building up a sales force/marketing...

Remote Work

Senior Director - Sales in Hitech sector

  • San Jose, CA (9 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Jose, CA (9 miles from Los Gatos, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Senior Director - Sales in Hitech sector Senior Director - Sales in Hitech sector 3 days ago Be among the first 25 applicants Get AI-powered advice on this job and more exclusive features....

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Salary for Director of Sales Jobs in Los Gatos, CA

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Highest Education Level

Director of Saless in Los Gatos, 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 Gatos, 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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