Director of Sales Jobs in Houston, 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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Sr. Sales Director

  • Houston, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 hours ago

Our associates celebrate lives. We celebrate our associates. Consider the possibilities of joining a Great Place to Work! Provide guidance and direction to location leadership in order to...

Director of Sales

  • Houston, TX
  • 7 hours ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 hours ago

The Director of Sales will be responsible for the development and performance of all sales activities in the assigned market(s)....

Retail Sales Supervisor (full-time)

  • Katy, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago
  • Katy, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 1 day ago

Position Summary The primary role of the Retail Sales Supervisor is to develop their team for success by becoming proficient in guest engagement to achieve revenue and budget sales targets....

Global Sales Director

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

Position: Global Sales Director Job Description: The Global Sales Director will be responsible for developing and executing a sales strategy that will increase revenue and market share for Forward...

Regional Director, Sales and Distribution

  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 1 day ago

An excellent opportunity has arisen with Macquarie Asset Management to join our sales team as a Regional Director for Houston. At Macquarie, our advantage is bringing together diverse people and...

Director of Sales

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

The Director of Sales will lead and inspire a high-performing sales team, fostering a culture of accountability, collaboration, and continuous improvement....

National Sales Director

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

National Sales Director B Braun Medical tuition reimbursement, 401(k) United States, Texas, Houston Jun 16, 2025 Job Description You're an important part of our future. Hopefully, we're also a...

Director of Sales- South Houston

  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 2 days ago

Sales Director of Sales- South Houston Houston, TX, US : A Director of Sales is responsible for managing all sales operations for an organization or business....

Senior Sales Director - Oil and Gas

  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 3 days ago

Infosys is hiring a Senior Sales Directors to focus on hunting and implement pro-active New Business Development activities for our Oil and Gas Energy Practice. The Senior Sales Director will grow...

Sales Director - Industrial South

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago

Sales Director - Industrial South Fuchs Lubricants Co. United States, Texas, Houston Jun 11, 2025 MOVING YOUR WORLD by focusing on your success: FUCHS offers a challenging and rewarding working...

Sales Director

  • Katy, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 6 days ago
  • Katy, TX (22 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 6 days ago

New Home Co. is a new generation homebuilder focused on the design, construction and sale of innovative and consumer-driven homes across major metropolitan areas in Arizona, California, Colorado,...

Director of Sales, PEMB (Pre-Engineered Metal Buildings)

  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 6 days ago

of Sales to join our team....

Commercial Sales Director

  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 7 days ago

Director of Sales For over 125 years, Gordon Food Service has delivered the excellence, expertise, and quality products our customers need to design successful food operations and experiences....

Senior Director of Sales - Independent Living

  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 8 days ago
  • Spring, TX (21 miles from Houston, TX)
  • 8 days ago

The Conservatory at Champion Forest in Spring, TX is hiring a Senior Director of Sales to lead the sales team....

Enterprise Sales Director - TOLA (Texas)

  • Houston, TX
  • 8 days ago
  • Houston, TX
  • 8 days ago

Join us in bringing joy to customer experience. Five9 is a leading provider of cloud contact center software, bringing the power of cloud innovation to customers worldwide. Living our values...

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Salary for Director of Sales Jobs in Houston, TX

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Highest Education Level

Director of Saless in Houston, 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 Houston, 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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