Director of Sales Jobs in Canton, MA

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

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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FT Sales Supervisor - Wrentham Premium Outlet

  • Wrentham, MA (15 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Wrentham, MA (15 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

Overview: Marc JacobsInternational, powered bythe creative genius of Marc Jacobs, seeks a Sales Supervisor to join its Wrentham Premium Outlet in Wrentham, Massachusetts. The Sales Supervisor will...

Director of Sales - Paige Utility Solutions

  • Boston, MA (12 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Boston, MA (12 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

Overview** Paige, a GCG company, is currently seeking a Director of Sales to partner with leaders on our Renewable Energy and Utilities team and execute a go-to-market strategy within the utility market...

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Director, Sales Engineering

  • Boston, MA (12 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Boston, MA (12 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

Req ID: 127530 Remote Position: Yes Region: Americas Country: USA **Summary** Director, Sales Engineering - Networking for Celestica are the primary technical resource for the account management sales...

Director, Sales Operations

  • Boston, MA (12 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 6 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (12 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 6 hours ago

It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing! We're committed to bringing passion and customer focus to the business. Responsibilities Responsible for developing...

Solar Sales Director Americas

  • New Town, MA (12 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 23 hours ago
  • New Town, MA (12 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 23 hours ago

Imagine yourself Doing meaningful work that makes an everyday impacton the world around you. Joining a companywith a proven track record of success and an exciting future. Contributing to a...

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Director of Sales

  • Boston, MA (12 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (12 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Alma seeks an experienced senior sales professional. The ideal candidate is a dynamic self-starter that can take over a growing territory and make an immediate impact by getting LEAs to adopt Alma...

Sales Director - Capital Equipment

  • Boston, MA (12 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (12 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Req ID: 127906 Remote Position: Yes Region: Americas Country: USA **General Overview** **Functional Area:** MBD - Marketing & Business Development **Career Stream:** SAL - Sales **Role:** Director...

Director of Sales

  • Needham, MA (9 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Needham, MA (9 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Overview At Encore, our mission is more than just words-it's a commitment to delivering an unmatched experience to those who trust us with their safety and property. Through innovative solutions...

Retail Sales Supervisor, Prudential Center Mall Job Details Nestle Operational Services Worldwide SA

  • Boston, MA (12 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (12 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

At Nespresso, we place people and specialty coffee at the heart of what we do. As part of our team, you'll be empowered to inspire, care, act, and innovate to reach your full potential and...

Regional Sales Director, Majors - Healthcare

  • Boston, MA (12 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (12 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Your work days are brighter here. At Workday, it all began with a conversation over breakfast. When our founders met at a sunny California diner, they came up with an idea to revolutionize the...

Head Sales/Investor Relations Hedge Fund - Multi Billion AUM- Leading Performance

  • Boston, MA (12 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (12 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Our client is a top performing multi-billion AUM equities hedge fund, who have delivered over 15% annualised returns across their ten year track record. Following a period of rapid growth, having...

Retail Print Sales Supervisor

  • Swampscott, MA (23 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Swampscott, MA (23 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Print Supervisors direct a team in driving results for key metrics by selling and providing total print solutions for customers to help them achieve their print and marketing goals. You will also...

Retail Sales Supervisor

  • Wakefield, MA (22 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Wakefield, MA (22 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Retail Sales Supervisors champion customer engagement and oversee the front of store operations. You and the store team will focus on increasing sales, conversions and service throughout the...

Head of Sales, AMER Enterprise

  • Boston, MA (12 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (12 miles from Canton, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Head of Sales, AMER Enterprise At Klaviyo, we value the unique backgrounds, experiences and perspectives each Klaviyo (we call ourselves Klaviyos) brings to our workplace each and every day. We...

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Salary for Director of Sales Jobs in Canton, MA

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Highest Education Level

Director of Saless in Canton, MA 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 Canton, MA
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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