Director of Sales Jobs in Columbia, MD

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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Comcast Business - Senior Director, Sales Engineering

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • moments ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • moments ago

Comcast brings together the best in media and technology. We drive innovation to create the world's best entertainment and online experiences. As a Fortune 50 leader, we set the pace in a variety...

Associate Director of Sales

  • Annapolis, MD (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 15 hours ago
  • Annapolis, MD (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 15 hours ago

In addition to these core duties the ADOS may, under the supervision of the Director of Sales (DOS), Director of Sales and Marketing (DSM), or Sales Specialist (SS), work to advance leads through the...

Regional Sales Director - Dmv

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 20 hours ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 20 hours ago

Paycor's HR software is purpose-built for leaders and modernizes people management.We help our customers build winning teams and great places to work.Paycor's culture is the key driver of our...

Senior Staffing Sales Director

  • Tysons Corner, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Tysons Corner, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 22 hours ago

Position Summary: Cordia Resources, a premier financial staffing and recruiting firm and a proud part of the Cherry Bekaert platform, is seeking a seasoned and self-directed Business Development...

Sales Director Engineering & Digital Services

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Sales Director - Engineering & Digital Services LOCATION Washington, DC TYPE Direct Hire ID CT43-2744531 POSTED Apr 23, 2025 Job Title: Sales Director - Engineering & Digital Services Location:...

Director of Sales Engineering

  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Arlington, VA (24 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Job Summary: We are seeking a strategic and experienced people manager to lead and grow a high-performing team of Sales Engineers for residential production new construction geothermal systems....

Director Of Sales Operations

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago

About the Position: The Director of Sales Operations will partner with business leaders, sales team members, and other key stakeholders to plan and direct all aspects of our organization's sales operations...

Territory Sales Director

  • Rockville, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Rockville, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Lead Science is a division of DealerOn, an industry leading digital business enabler to the automotive, powersports, home services, and legal industries.Our platform and products provide our...

Regional Sales Director - East

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Would you like to join an international team working to improve the future of healthcare? Do you want to enhance the lives of millions of people? Grifols is a global healthcare company that since...

Director, Sales

  • Cockeysville, MD (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cockeysville, MD (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 days ago

We are looking to hire a Director, Sales to join our team. This position will be Central/Mid-West based. What We Bring To The Table: The best people deserve the best rewards....

Executive Director, Sales Enablement

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago

We are seeking a dynamic and strategic **Executive Director of Sales Enablement** to lead our sales enablement initiatives, inside sales operations, distribution channels, and strategic account management...

Sales Director - Isp

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Ookla is a global leader in connectivity intelligence, offering unparalleled network insights through the combined expertise of Speedtest, Downdetector, RootMetrics, and Ekahau.Ookla's...

Director, Sales Worldwide Accounts (Sports)

  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • McLean, VA (23 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 7 days ago

As a Director of Sales - Worldwide Accounts - Sports, you will support the team responsible for providing a differentiated selling platform for Hilton's diverse portfolio of brands by being relentlessly...

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Director, Sales

  • Hunt Valley, MD (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Hunt Valley, MD (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 7 days ago

We are looking to hire a Director, Sales to join our team. This position will be Central/Mid-West based. What We Bring To The Table: The best people deserve the best rewards....

Sales - Business Development Director - Washington, DC

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 9 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 9 days ago

Do you live in the Washington, DC 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...

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Salary for Director of Sales Jobs in Columbia, MD

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Highest Education Level

Director of Saless in Columbia, MD offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
57.5%
Master's Degree
21.8%
High School or GED
6.8%
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 Columbia, MD
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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