Director of Sales Jobs in Minnesota

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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Sales Director Senior Living

  • New Perspective
  • Roseville, MN
  • 2 days ago
  • Roseville, MN
  • 2 days ago

Seeking a Sales Director for our assisted living and memory care community....

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Director of Sales PTS

  • GEA
  • Hastings, MN
  • 2 days ago
  • Hastings, MN
  • 2 days ago

Define, monitor, and track sales targets, KPIs, and performance metrics for the sales team....

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Director of Sales Operations & Enablement - IT Business Unit

  • Marco Technologies LLC
  • Saint Cloud, MN
  • 3 days ago
  • Saint Cloud, MN
  • 3 days ago

The Director of Sales Operations & Enablement owns the commercialization motion, the sales-side operating systems, and the cross-functional orchestration required to make new offers land in the field...

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Regional Director of Sales

  • The Glenn Hopkins
  • Plymouth, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Plymouth, MN
  • 4 days ago

a dynamic Regional Director of Sales to lead and support sales performance across a portfolio of senior living communities....

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Float Director of Sales

  • The Glenn Hopkins
  • Plymouth, MN
  • 4 days ago
  • Plymouth, MN
  • 4 days ago

Float Director of Sales Great Lakes Management - Corporate Team Come join our corporate team at Great Lakes Management supporting our senior living communities as a Float Director of Sales....

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National Sales Director

  • Ipsen
  • MN
  • 6 days ago
  • MN
  • 6 days ago

Title: National Sales Director Company: Ipsen Biopharmaceuticals Inc....

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Area Sales Director, Chronic Therapies - IL, WI, IA, NE, KS, MO, MN

  • Option Care Health
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 6 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 6 days ago

It will be imperative for the Area Sales Director to work closely with the other Area Sales Directors and the Vice President, Chronic Therapy Sales for coordination and planning....

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Sales Director Corporate, Government and Higher Education

  • Bluum
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 8 days ago
  • Saint Paul, MN
  • 8 days ago

Summary The Enterprise Sales Director is responsible for leading and supporting a high-performing team of Account Executives while driving operational excellence, strategic growth, and execution consistency...

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Director Sales Enablement, ENT - Minneapolis, MN

  • Medtronic
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 8 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 8 days ago

You partner closely with Marketing and Sales Training to align strategy and execution, ensuring sales teams are enabled to operate more effectively and efficiently....

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Regional Director of Sales

  • CSM Corporation
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 12 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 12 days ago

As a member of the CSM Lodging Corporate Sales team, the Regional Director of Sales will support the sales efforts for hotels within CSM's Lodging portfolio....

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Sales Supervisor

  • Orkin
  • Rochester, MN
  • 12 days ago
  • Rochester, MN
  • 12 days ago

If Youre Great at Sales Leadership, Weve Got the Career for You Are you a proven sales leader who knows how to coach, motivate, and drive results?...

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Director of Sales - Circular Products

  • MILLERBERND MANUFACTURING COMPANY LLC
  • Sauk Rapids, MN
  • 12 days ago
  • Sauk Rapids, MN
  • 12 days ago

The Director of Sales is responsible for leading the commercial sales strategy, sales execution, and customer growth initiatives, and key account management....

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Director Sales, Hospital Solutions

  • Fresenius Medical Care
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 13 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 13 days ago

PURPOSE AND SCOPE: The Director of Sales CE US is responsible for leading and executing sales strategies to achieve growth targets across assigned Fresenius portfolio....

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Strategic Alliance Sales Director - Microsoft-Cyber

  • PwC
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 14 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 14 days ago

to develop and execute strategic sales and marketing initiatives....

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Regional Sales Director - Minneapolis, Minnesota

  • TASC
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 14 days ago
  • Minneapolis, MN
  • 14 days ago

direct B2B sales....

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Director of Sales Online Courses and Training Opportunities

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Salary for Director of Sales Jobs in Minnesota

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

Highest Education Level

Director of Saless in Minnesota offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
57.7%
Master's Degree
21.9%
High School or GED
6.6%
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 Minnesota
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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