Director of Sales Jobs in San Diego, 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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Area Director of Sales and Marketing - Hiltons of San Diego

  • Hilton Worldwide
  • San Diego, CA
  • 18 hours ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 18 hours ago

As an Area Director of Sales and Marketing, you're not just overseeing commercial strategies for the hotels - you're spreading the light and warmth of hospitality by delivering memorable experiences...

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Senior Director, Sales and Solution Development

  • Jones Lang LaSalle
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 2 days ago

Qualifications Bachelors degree required. 10+ years experience in commercial, sales, or revenue leadership roles. 10+ years experience in the Life Sciences sector....

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Director of Sales

  • Remington
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago

The Director of Sales administers, directs, manages and controls the sales and marketing department to maximize sales revenue for the hotel and ensure an aggressive approach by all sales staff to meet...

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National Sales Director

  • Ipsen
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 5 days ago

Title: National Sales Director Company: Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals Inc....

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Area Director of Sales

  • Remington
  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 7 days ago

The Area Director of Sales administers, directs, manages and controls the sales and marketing department to maximize sales revenue for the hotel and ensure an aggressive approach by all sales staff...

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Sales Supervisor, Temporary Full Time - La Jolla, UTC

  • The Reformation
  • La Jolla, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • La Jolla, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 13 days ago

Experience working with a sales or retail organization and/or operationally intensive business....

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Regional Sales Director Desert Region

  • iRhythm Technologies
  • San Diego, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 14 days ago

Career-defining. Life-changing. At iRhythm, you'll have the opportunity to grow your skills and your career while impacting the lives of people around the world. iRhythm is shaping a future where...

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Regional Sales Director, West Coast/California (Life Ins and Related Products)

  • National Financial Partners Corp.
  • San Diego, CA
  • 14 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 14 days ago

The Regional Sales Director will drive growth in an established, high-performing territory covering the West Coast/California....

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Sales Operations Director - LearnVantage

  • Accenture
  • San Diego, CA
  • 15 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 15 days ago

Qualification Here's What You Need: Minimum of 10 years of experience in senior GTM Operations leadership roles, such as Head/Director/VP of Revenue Operations or Director/Senior Director of Sales Operations...

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Director of Sales, Catering

  • Montage Hotels & Resorts
  • San Diego, CA
  • 16 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 16 days ago

The pay scale for Director of Sales, Catering is $108,500 - $135,000....

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Data & AI Technology Sales Director (Snowflake or Databricks)

  • Accenture
  • San Diego, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 18 days ago

Continue working with the sales team to ensure closure of sales....

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Title: Director of Sales - San Diego

  • Travel + Leisure Co.
  • San Diego, CA
  • 18 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 18 days ago

The Director of Sales will be responsible for achieving defined site sales targets....

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Director of Sales - San Diego

  • Travel + Leisure
  • San Diego, CA
  • 19 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 19 days ago

The Director of Sales will be responsible for achieving defined site sales targets....

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Virtual Director of Sales - West, AI DLP, cybersecurity

  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 days ago
  • San Diego, CA
  • 21 days ago

This is a hunter role, whereby the Director of Sales will apply a broad knowledge of the organization's services, products, and marketing techniques to develop large opportunities and close sales....

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Community Sales Director

  • Atria Senior Living Group, Inc.
  • La Jolla, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 23 days ago
  • La Jolla, CA (10 miles from San Diego, CA)
  • 23 days ago

Responsibilities The Community Sales Director ("CSD") is responsible for achieving and exceeding the community's monthly and quarterly revenue/sales targets; developing the community's internal and...

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Salary for Director of Sales Jobs in San Diego, CA

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireSalesPeople research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Director of Saless in San Diego, CA offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
57.7%
Master's Degree
21.9%
High School or GED
6.6%
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 San Diego, 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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