Director of Sales Jobs in Independence, OH

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 - Financial Services, Banking

  • Accenture
  • Cleveland, OH (7 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 5 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (7 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 5 days ago

You know - and have run all phases of a sales cycle, including qualification, sales pursuit and close by applying deep sales process and technical expertise....

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Sales Director, Electric Meters - North Central

  • Hubbell Inc.
  • Solon, OH (10 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 6 days ago
  • Solon, OH (10 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 6 days ago

Perform all activities in the sales cycle around the Electric Meter offer -generate leads, qualify opportunities, educate customers, quarterback proposal development, and lead sales meetings/presentations...

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Director, Sales (OH, KY, SC, NY, CT)

  • Molina Healthcare Inc.
  • Cleveland, OH (7 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 11 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (7 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 11 days ago

Travels within assigned sales territories....

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Strategic Alliance Sales Director - Microsoft-Cyber

  • PwC
  • Cleveland, OH (7 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 13 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (7 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 13 days ago

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

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Sales Operations Director - LearnVantage

  • Accenture
  • Cleveland, OH (7 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 15 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (7 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 15 days ago

Qualification Here's What You Need: Minimum of 10 years of experience in senior GTM Operations leadership roles, such as Head/Director/VP of Revenue Operations or Director/Senior Director of Sales Operations...

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Data & AI Technology Sales Director (Snowflake or Databricks)

  • Accenture
  • Cleveland, OH (7 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 19 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (7 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 19 days ago

Continue working with the sales team to ensure closure of sales....

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Store Sales Supervisor / Keyholder

  • Total Wine
  • Avon, OH (19 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 26 days ago
  • Avon, OH (19 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 26 days ago

You will support store operations and help build a sales and service culture to deliver best-in-class service and bring to life a distinctive world of adult beverages and more for our customers....

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Director of Sales

  • Residence Inn by Marriott
  • Cleveland, OH (7 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 27 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (7 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 27 days ago

As Director of Sales, youll be the mastermind behind packed rooms, record-breaking revenue, and a dream team that celebrates every win....

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Route Sales Supervisor

  • Schwebel Baking Company
  • Strongsville, OH (10 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 27 days ago
  • Strongsville, OH (10 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 27 days ago

Guides and directs the activities of sales representatives in assigned division to generate maximum profitable sales and control returns. Evaluates current sales vs. potential in all stores....

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Sales Director Coatings Americas

  • Synthomer
  • Beachwood, OH (9 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Beachwood, OH (9 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

Adopt and ensure the use of commercial excellence tools across the sales team to enable effective sales strategies and best practices....

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Director of Sales & Marketing

  • FRENCH LICK RESORT
  • Beachwood, OH (9 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Beachwood, OH (9 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

Director of Sales We currently have an exciting opportunity for a Director of Sales and are actively looking to meet the best and brightest talent that the hospitality industry has to offer....

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District Sales Supervisor

  • Keurig Dr Pepper
  • Parma, OH (4 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Parma, OH (4 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

Job Overview: District Sales Supervisor The District Sales Supervisor is responsible for building brand loyalty and brand value while achieving sales objectives for a district within an established...

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Director, Sales Operations & Enablement

  • Technology Recovery Group
  • Westlake, OH (15 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Westlake, OH (15 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 30+ days ago

Director of Sales Operations & Enablement is the operational backbone of that model, and this role reports to the Chief Marketing Officer by design....

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Sales Director, Medical Devices & Medical Polymers - North America

  • Lubrizol Corporation
  • Brecksville, OH (6 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Brecksville, OH (6 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 45+ days ago

Establish clear account prioritization and penetration strategies, focusing resources on high-value, high-growth OEMs....

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Regional Sales Director, Ohio

  • Cato Networks
  • Cleveland, OH (7 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 60+ days ago
  • Cleveland, OH (7 miles from Independence, OH)
  • 60+ days ago

Manage Sales Cycles: Navigate sales cycles of varying lengths, managing multiple stakeholders and maintaining momentum throughout....

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Salary for Director of Sales Jobs in Independence, OH

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

Highest Education Level

Director of Saless in Independence, OH 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 Independence, OH
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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