Director of Sales Jobs in Louisiana

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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Regional Director of Sales

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 22 hours ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 22 hours ago

Description The Regional Director of Sales is responsible for marketing Tarrytown Expocare Pharmacy services to I/DD (Intellectual and Developmental Disabilities) and ICF (Intermediate Care Facilities...

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National Sales Director - Lab Solutions

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 23 hours ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 23 hours ago

National Sales Director - Lab Solutions Job ID 224298 Posted 18-Jun-2025 Service line GWS Segment Role type Full-time Areas of Interest Administrative, Executive Management, Sales Support...

Director of Sales

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 2 days ago

Summary The Director of Sales (DOS) manages the sales operations of the community....

Completions & Refurbishment Sales Director

  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 2 days ago
  • Lake Charles, LA
  • 2 days ago

Purpose: As a Completion and Refurbishment Sales Director, you will be responsible for leading sales efforts in North America, South America, Eastern Europe, and Southeast Asia. Your primary focus...

Supervisor - Sales Small Store

  • Harahan, LA
  • 4 days ago
  • Harahan, LA
  • 4 days ago

Division: Gulf States Work Schedule: Mon - Fri / 7:00a - Until Complete Job Description Supervisor - Sales Small Store will be responsible for overseeing the business relationship with a group of...

Director, Sales Americas Audit & Assurance

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago

TeamMate is looking for a Director, Sales to join our organization.** ****This role is a Remote role- Candidate can be based anywhere with a strong preference for the East Coast time Zone....

Director of Sales & Partnerships - enGen

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago

Company :** enGen **Job Description :** **JOB SUMMARY** The Director of Sales & Partnerships is a critical leadership role responsible for driving significant revenue growth and expanding market share...

Sales Director, SaaS, SiliconExpert

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago

Sales Director, SaaS, SiliconExpert **Job Description:** SiliconExperts Americas Sales team targets and partners with some of the largest institutions in the world, providing software, AI, and...

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Sales Director

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago

Gatorworks is seeking a dynamic and experienced Sales Director (manager) to lead and develop our sales team. The Sales Director will be responsible for driving revenue growth by building and...

Franchise Sales Director - Better Homes & Gardens - US Based Remote

  • New Orleans, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • New Orleans, LA
  • 7 days ago

This is a 100% remote position with travel throughout the sales territory identified. The candidate for this position must reside within the territory: MI, VA, MD, PA, IN, OH. **Who you are:** +...

Regional Sales Director - Southern California

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago

Trustmarks mission is to improve wellbeing for everyone. It is a mission grounded in a belief in equality and born from our caring culture. It is a culture we can only realize by building trust....

Enterprise Sales Director, Life Sciences

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago

Location: Work from Home, Any State Position Title: Enterprise Sales Director, Life Sciences Req: 55769 **Enterprise Sales Director, Life Sciences** We are seeking a dynamic and driven Enterprise...

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Enterprise Sales Director, GLT

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago

Location: Any City, Any State Position Title: Enterprise Sales Director, GLT Req: 55767 **Enterprise Sales Director** We are seeking a dynamic and driven Enterprise Sales Director to join our team...

Citrix Global Sales Director

  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago
  • Baton Rouge, LA
  • 7 days ago

Citrix Global Sales Director **Job Description:** We are seeking a dynamic and strategic Sales Strategy Director to lead the definition and execution of sales programs, pricing strategies, product...

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Supervisor - Sales Trainee

  • Monroe, LA
  • 8 days ago
  • Monroe, LA
  • 8 days ago

Division: Louisiana Work Schedule: Monday - Friday; 7am '- 5 pm; weekends possible Why you will love Coca-Cola UNITED? About us: Privately owned and operated with 100+ years of historical strength...

Demographic Data for Louisiana

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Salary for Director of Sales Jobs in Louisiana

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

Highest Education Level

Director of Saless in Louisiana 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 Louisiana
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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