Director of Sales Jobs in Virginia

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 of Private Philanthropy

PRIMARY FUNCTIONS: Neighborhood Health, a leading Northern Virginia healthcare safety net provider serving Alexandria, Arlington, and Fairfax County, is seeking a Director of Private Philanthropy...

Director, Sales Analytics, Test & Learn

  • Centreville, VA
  • 7 hours ago
  • Centreville, VA
  • 7 hours ago

Title and Summary Director, Sales Analytics, Test & Learn At Mastercard, our Services team is a key differentiator, offering cutting-edge solutions that empower our customers to grow and tackle their...

Alliance Sales Director- AWS

  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 14 hours ago

Job#: 7613 Job Description: WHO WE ARE Apex Systems is a leading global technology services firm that incorporates industry insights and experience to deliver solutions that fulfill our clients'...

Alliance Sales Director- Snowflake

  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 14 hours ago
  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 14 hours ago

Job#: 7615 Job Description: ALLIANCE SALES DIRECTOR - SNOWFLAKE WHO WE ARE Apex Systems is a leading global technology services firm that incorporates industry insights and experience to deliver...

Alliance Sales Director- Databricks

  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Glen Allen, VA
  • 15 hours ago

Job#: 7614 Job Description: ALLIANCE SALES DIRECTOR - DATABRICKS WHO WE ARE Apex Systems is a leading global technology services firm that incorporates industry insights and experience to deliver...

Sales Director, Service Solutions - National Accounts

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 16 hours ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 16 hours ago

Sales Director, Service Solutions - National Accounts** This position offers the opportunity to play a vital role in increasing equipment and service market penetration across the Diagnosis and...

Director of Sales

  • Reston, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Reston, VA
  • 1 day ago

Minimum 5 years as a Director of Sales within the hotel industry. Proven track record of achieving sales targets and driving revenue growth....

Wine Sales Supervisor/Keyholder

  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 1 day ago

As a supervisor, you support the management team in growing our company brand. You will support store operations and help build a sales and service culture to deliver best-in-class service and...

As the Assistant Managing Director of Sales (AMDOS) for the Corporate Strategic Accounts team, you will help drive incremental revenue through transient and meetings & events business....

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Director of Sales and Community Relations

  • Gainesville, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Gainesville, VA
  • 2 days ago

Retirement Unlimited is seeking a Director of Sales and Community Relations to join the team! The comfort and care of our residents is our highest priority....

Supervisor, Sales Operations - Remote

  • Norfolk, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Norfolk, VA
  • 2 days ago

City/State Norfolk, VA Work Shift First (Days) Overview: Sentara is hiring a Supervisor for their Sales Operations Team! This is a remote position! Overview The Supervisor of Sales Operations will...

Remote Work

Retail Sales Supervisor

  • Warrenton, VA
  • 2 days ago
  • Warrenton, VA
  • 2 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!...

Retail Sales Supervisor

  • Leesburg, VA
  • 3 days ago
  • Leesburg, VA
  • 3 days ago

Retail Sales Supervisors champion customer engagement and oversee the front of store operations. You and the store team will focus on increasing sales, conversions and service throughout the...

Sr Director Sales and Marketing Technology MMS

  • Richmond, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Richmond, VA
  • 4 days ago

McKesson is an impact-driven, Fortune 10 company that touches virtually every aspect of healthcare. We are known for delivering insights, products, and services that make quality care more...

Business Unit Sales Director

  • Ashland, VA
  • 4 days ago
  • Ashland, VA
  • 4 days ago

Overview You are... a growth-oriented leader dedicated to exceptional customer satisfaction, an achiever who turns data into strategies, and a coach who builds winning teams and delivers results....

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Salary for Director of Sales Jobs in Virginia

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

Highest Education Level

Director of Saless in Virginia offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
57.5%
Master's Degree
21.8%
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 Virginia
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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