Director of Sales Jobs in Itasca, 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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Consulting Sales Director, Chicago

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 5 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 5 hours ago

Director, Field Sales - North America Chicago, IL $180,000.00-$200,000.00 23 hours ago Chicago, IL $250,000.00-$300,000.00 1 day ago Chicago, IL $300,000.00-$500,000.00 2 weeks ago Chicago, IL $145,000.00...

Area Sales Director

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 16 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 16 hours ago

Chicago, IL $145,000 - $165,000 1 week ago Director of Sales (Zone Director) Remote Available - Southwest Chicago, IL $175,000.00 - $225,000.00 4 days ago Chicago, IL $190,000.00 - $230,000.00 4 days...

C-Store Sales Director

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Director, Business Development and Inside Sales Director of Sales (Zone Director) Remote Available - Southwest Phoenix, AZ $200,000 - $225,000 1 week ago Director of Business Development and Sales -...

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Director of Sales - Lodging

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago

What we need: We are seeking a results-driven Director of Sales focused specifically on the lodging industry with a proven track record in full-cycle complex deal processes....

Global Sales Director, Americas (Remote Opportunity)

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Employer Industry: Hospitality Why consider this job opportunity: - Opportunity for career advancement and growth within the organization - Flexible work schedule, allowing for a healthy work-life...

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Sales Director, CPG

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Sales- Software Product & Services Chicago, IL $212,900.00-$354,800.00 6 hours ago Chicago, IL $102,600.00-$180,000.00 6 days ago We're unlocking community knowledge in a new way....

STIIIZY Sales Director

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago

The IL Sales Director is responsible for overseeing all sales within the state of Illinois. This role leads the execution of market strategies, drives revenue growth, and ensures alignment with...

Sales Director, Enterprise - Mid-Atlantic

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Who Are We Voxel is building the future of Computer Vision and Machine Learning for operations, risk, and safety. We use computer vision and AI to enable existing security cameras to automatically...

Director Sales

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago

About the Role: We are seeking an experienced and driven Director of Sales to lead and inspire our team, ensuring sustained growth and operational excellence....

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Director, Sales - Retail Analytics (US Remote)

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago

of Sales to join our Retail Analytics team....

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Sales - Business Development Director - Chicago

  • Des Plaines, IL (8 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Des Plaines, IL (8 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Do you live in the Chicagoland area? Are you competitive, confident in your ability to sell, assertive, and dependable? Are you curious, have strong business acumen and have a passion for...

Director, Sales Excellence

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago

As a Director, Sales Excellence aligned to Search and Audience Advertising Sales, you will be leading a team of Specialists aligned to the North America region....

National Sales Director (Midwest or West Coast)

  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (18 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Who We Are Founded in 2017, SmartRent, Inc. (NYSE: SMRT) is the leading provider of smart home and property operations solutions for the rental housing industry. We're doing big things in the...

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Director of Sales - Assisted Living

  • Chicago, IL (5 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (5 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 1 day ago

Discovery Commons Orland Park Assisted Living is hiring a Director of Sales to join our team. Summary The Director of Sales (DOS) manages the sales operations of the community....

Sales Director, Service Solutions - National Accounts

  • Rosemont, IL (6 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Rosemont, IL (6 miles from Itasca, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Sales Director, Service Solutions - National Accounts** This position offers the opportunity to play a vital role in increasing equipment and service market penetration across the Diagnosis and...

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Salary for Director of Sales Jobs in Itasca, IL

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Highest Education Level

Director of Saless in Itasca, IL 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 Itasca, 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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