Director of Sales Jobs in Chicago, IL

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

  • The N2 Company
  • Northbrook, IL (17 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 9 days ago
  • The N2 Company
  • Northbrook, IL (17 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 9 days ago

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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Strategic Sales Director

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 hours ago

Role Overview: Are you a dynamic sales leader with a passion for cutting-edge technology? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment where your contributions directly impact business...

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Director of Sales and Marketing

  • Franklin Park, IL (11 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 3 hours ago
  • Franklin Park, IL (11 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 3 hours ago

As a privately held company with a strong foundation, we are seeking a Director of Sales and Marketing to lead the organization into its next phase of growth and development....

Regional Director-Sales

  • Chicago, IL
  • 20 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 20 hours ago

Join Our Team as a Regional Director-Sales!...

Director of Sales Enablement, Public Institutions

  • Chicago, IL
  • 21 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 21 hours ago

What this job involves - As the Director of Sales Enablement, Public Institutions at JLL, you will lead efforts to equip our global sales teams with the tools, resources, and strategies needed to excel...

Regional Membership Sales Director

  • Palatine, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Palatine, IL (23 miles from Chicago, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

Inspire. Empower. Grow. The Opportunity Midtown is seeking a dynamic and passionate Regional Membership Sales Director to lead and energize our Membership Advisor team, helping them unlock their...

Director, Sales Programs & Execution (Hybrid Remote)

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Why you'll love Softchoice: We are a software-focused IT solutions and services provider that equips organizations to be agile and innovative, and for their people to be engaged, connected, and...

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Director, Sales

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Position: Director, Sales Job Description: The Director, Sales is responsible to develop, maintain and grow relationships with our existing and prospective customers to deliver logistic solutions by...

Branch Sales Director Midwest

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

We are looking for Branch Sales Director to join our amaZing team in Chicago! As a Branch Sales Director, you will play a pivotal role in driving our sales initiatives and exceeding targets. This...

Regional Sales Director - Great Lakes

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

Continually analyze and support the activities that deliver on sales projections and forecasts for your region....

Sales Supervisor

  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 1 day ago

POSITION SUMMARY: The Sales Supervisor assists the Sales Manager or General Manager with planning, organizing, directing and coordinating the activities of the sales function for an assigned...

Director of Sales - Meijer/Hyvee

  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 2 days ago

BODYARMOR is looking for a Director Customer Sales, Meijer and Hy-Vee to join our team....

Region: PNW (WA, AK, OR, & N. CA) ViiV Healthcare is a global specialty HIV company, the only one that is 100% focused on researching and delivering new medicines for people living with, and at...

Sales Director

  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 3 days ago

About Us InMobi is theleading provider of content, monetization, andmarketingtechnologiesthat fuel growthfor industries around the world. Ourend-to-end advertising software platform, connected...

Director, Sales - US Retail Consumer Technology &

  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 4 days ago

at Nielsen Consumer LLC in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Company Description R25_0016524 *US role, must be in US at time of application to be considered. #LI-RemoteJob...

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Salary for Director of Sales Jobs in Chicago, IL

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

Highest Education Level

Director of Saless in Chicago, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
57.5%
Master's Degree
21.9%
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 Chicago, IL
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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