Director of Sales Jobs in Clayton, NC

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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Technical Sales Director- DMS and Drafting Solutions

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 10 hours ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 10 hours ago

Would you like to provide first-class guidance and support to the customer? Do you enjoy being part of a team that works with a diverse range of products /technology? About our Team LexisNexis...

District Sales Director

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 1 day ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 1 day ago

About The Assurance Group Founded in 1988 is one of the top insurance marketing organizations in the nation. Our vision to build a dynamic national brand recognized for providing high-value...

Director of Sales

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 2 days ago

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

Solutions Sales Director - Program & Enablement Services Job Details Black & Veatch Family of Companies

  • Cary, NC (20 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 2 days ago
  • Cary, NC (20 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 2 days ago

Solutions Sales Director - Program & Enablement Services Date: May 29, 2025 Location: US Company: Black & Veatch Family of Companies We believe real value is powered by the unique skills and...

Retail Sales Supervisor

  • Garner, NC (6 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 4 days ago
  • Garner, NC (6 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 4 days ago

A Supervisor (full-time) is a valued member of a high performing team who is empowered & equipped to do their job. You will know why your work matters and be able to take pride in what you do!...

Sales Director

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 7 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 7 days ago

About The Assurance Group Founded in 1988 is one of the top insurance marketing organizations in the nation. Our vision to build a dynamic national brand recognized for providing high-value...

Sales Director - Retail

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 13 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 13 days ago

We're Celonis, the global leader in Process Mining technology and one of the world's fastest-growing SaaS firms. We believe there is a massive opportunity to unlock productivity by placing data...

DIrector, Sales Executive, Decision Management

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 14 days ago

**Job Title** DIrector, Sales Executive, Decision Management **What does a successful Sales Leader - Financial & Risk Management Solutions do?...

Director of Sales

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 14 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 14 days ago

Account Manager Planning Oversees the sales planning process, developing sales strategies and tactics that support short and long-range goals of the company Plan and manage sales activities to ensure...

Sales Supervisor (Full Time) - Crabtree Valley Mall, Raleigh, NC

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 18 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 18 days ago

Michael Kors is always interested in hearing from talented, globally-minded individuals with a passion for fashion. If you enjoy working in a creative, fast-paced environment, then we would love...

Director of Sales Marketing - Hyatt House - Seaboard Station - Raleigh, NC

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 21 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 21 days ago

Qualifications: Prior Director of Sales Experience (1+ years) required. Prior Hyatt brand experience (at least 2 years) preferred. Strong written and verbal communication skills....

Director, Sales - Americas - TeamMate

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 26 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 26 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, Commercial Flooring and Architectural Products

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 26 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 26 days ago

Summary: The Director of Sales is responsible for developing and executing an annual/quarterly sales business plan for the architectural walls and flooring sales divisions....

Director, Sales Engineering

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 27 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 27 days ago

For more information, visit www.enterprisedb.com As **Director, Sales Engineering,** you will be responsible for driving growth and ongoing transformation of the US Sales function to achieve critical...

Director, Sales Compensation

  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 28 days ago
  • Raleigh, NC (14 miles from Clayton, NC)
  • 28 days ago

Why You'll Love this role Cribl is excited to welcome a Director of Sales Commissions to our Finance team to support our go-to-market organization....

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Salary for Director of Sales Jobs in Clayton, NC

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

Highest Education Level

Director of Saless in Clayton, NC 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 Clayton, NC
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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