Director of Sales Jobs in Melrose, 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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Regional Sales Director - Print

  • Framingham, MA (21 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Framingham, MA (21 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 1 hour ago

Staples is business to business. You're what binds us together. Our world class sales and sales support teams work directly with businesses of all sizes to offer products and services to meet our...

Regional Sales Director

  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 2 hours ago

Creatio is a global vendor of an AI-native platform to automate workflows and CRM with no-code and a maximum degree of freedom. Our platform combines an AI-first architecture, composable no-code...

Director of Sales

  • Chelmsford, MA (17 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 2 hours ago
  • Chelmsford, MA (17 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 2 hours ago

Job title/Roles: Primary Role and Job Title: Director of Sales, Rocky Mountain Territory (CO, UT, MT, WY) Secondary Role: Business Development Mgr, Radar Applications covering the Western Region west...

Director Sales Training (Remote)

  • Acton, MA (19 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 11 hours ago
  • Acton, MA (19 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 11 hours ago

Director of Sales Development and Performance, Field Management and Marketing to develop and deliver appropriate workshops at Sales meetings....

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Retail Sales Supervisor, Prudential Center Mall

  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 19 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 19 hours 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...

Director of Sales, US East

  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 1 day ago

If this sounds like you and you are driven by purpose, join the SOPHiA GENETICS NORAM Sales Team as our Director of Sales, US East & Canada, and enable us to make a positive impact on the outcomes for...

Area Sales Director, East

  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Quark Expeditions is the leading polar expedition travel company headquartered in Toronto, Canada. We operate cruises to Antarctica and Arctic regions (Greenland, North Canada, Svalbard) on board...

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Sales Director, Associate Digital Sales Executive Team

  • Woburn, MA (5 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Woburn, MA (5 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Presidio, Where Teamwork and Innovation Shape the Future AtPresidio, we're at the forefront of a global technology revolution, transforming industries throughcutting-edge digital solutions and...

Sr Director, Sales Operations

  • Lexington, MA (8 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Lexington, MA (8 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 1 day ago

The Senior Director of Sales Operations will be responsible for leading a Regional Sales Operations team to support achievement of the North America Sales and Business goals....

Director Sales Enablement

  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 1 day ago

The Team The Director, Sales Enablement role is a key member of the Market Enablement organization within IWMS....

Sales Director - Top Executive Search Agency

  • Braintree, MA (17 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Braintree, MA (17 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Treeline, Inc., an award-winning sales recruiting and executive search agency, offering strategic sales staffing and recruitment services for leading companies in the United States and throughout...

Membership Sales Director

  • Ipswich, MA (18 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Ipswich, MA (18 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Membership Sales Director at Ipswich Country Club | Ipswich, MA | Invited Ready to join a dynamic company in the hospitality and service industry where people help drive the success of the...

Global Head of Sales for CRD

  • Burlington, MA (8 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Burlington, MA (8 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 2 days ago

The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of leading high-performing global sales teams, achieving ambitious growth targets, and navigating complex sales cycles within the investment...

Director, Sales Account Management

  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (6 miles from Melrose, MA)
  • 2 days ago

SC JOHNSON IS A FIFTH-GENERATION FAMILY COMPANY BUILT ON THE SPIRIT OF OUR PEOPLE. We have been leading with purpose for over 130 years, building iconic brands that win the hearts and minds of...

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Salary for Director of Sales Jobs in Melrose, MA

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Highest Education Level

Director of Saless in Melrose, 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 Melrose, 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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