Director of Sales Jobs in Austin, TX

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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Director, Sales Development

  • Austin, TX
  • 11 hours ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 11 hours ago

Opportunity Summary: Upland Software is looking for a dynamic, strategic, and results-driven Director of Sales Development to lead, scale, and motivate our Sales Development team....

Director, Sales

  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago

Job Area: Sales, Business Development & Marketing Group, Sales, Business Development & Marketing Group > Sales - ACIP General Summary: The Director of Sales is a leader responsible for driving the product...

Sales Director

  • Austin, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 2 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...

Director of Sales Colton House Hotel

  • Austin, TX (1 mile from Austin, TX)
  • 2 days ago
  • Austin, TX (1 mile from Austin, TX)
  • 2 days ago

Director of Sales | Colton House Hotel Let’s start off with the most important part-what’s in it for you: The Perks *Eligibility of perks is dependent upon job status Salary Range: $95,000 - $105,000...

Area Sales Director - Workplace Solutions

  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago

Why Choose Suddath to Move your Career to the Next Level? At Suddath, you can be part of something special and inclusive! Join a team that has a 100+ year reputation for excellence as an...

Sales Director, Financial Services - North America

  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago

An Amazing Career Opportunity for a Sales Director, Financial Services!! Location: Remote, US Job ID: 38731 The Sales Director, Financial Services - North America leads HID's go-to-market and...

Strategic Sales Director - CX

  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago

Zilliant is a SaaS company on a mission to eliminate Pricing Anxiety and turn pricing into a strategic advantage for our customers. Guided by our valuesPeople First, Trust, Accountability, Impact,...

Acute Care Division Sales Director

  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 5 days ago

The Division Sales Director's (DSD) primary responsibility is to meet or exceed established annual sales and strategic goals for their respective division. The DSD is chartered with providing...

Sales Director (Central/US)

  • Austin, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 6 days ago

As part of our Sales Organization, you will be selling to our most coveted accounts and working with high-caliber clients. You will execute an account plan to deliver maximum revenue potential....

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Enterprise Sales Director

  • Austin, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 7 days ago

As the Enterprise Sales Director, you will lead and drive enterprise sales by reaching aggressive growth targets across key industries. This role is responsible for developing and executing...

Sales Director - Hardware Assisted Verification

  • Austin, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 9 days ago

and Requirements We Are: At Synopsys, we drive the innovations that shape the way we live and connect. Our technology is central to the Era of Pervasive Intelligence, from self-driving cars to...

DIrector, Sales Executive, Decision Management

  • Austin, TX
  • 9 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 9 days ago

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

Enterprise Sales Director - TOLA (Texas) United States (Remote)

  • Austin, TX
  • 11 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 11 days ago

Enterprise Sales Director - TOLA (Texas) at Five9 United States (Remote) Join us in bringing joy to customer experience. Five9 is a leading provider of cloud contact center software, bringing the...

Remote Work

Director, Sales & Distribution West

  • Pflugerville, TX (17 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 13 days ago
  • Pflugerville, TX (17 miles from Austin, TX)
  • 13 days ago

Win at Wilsonart At Wilsonart, we don't just make surfaces-we build careers. When you join our team, you become part of something bigger: a company driven by innovation, grounded in values, and...

Regional Sales Director, Telecom

  • Austin, TX
  • 15 days ago
  • Austin, TX
  • 15 days ago

The Regional Sales Director, Telecom (RSD) is responsible for leading an account management and regional sales support team focused on the performance of Vertiv's DC Power and Outside Plant...

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Salary for Director of Sales Jobs in Austin, TX

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

Highest Education Level

Director of Saless in Austin, TX 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 Austin, TX
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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