Director of Sales Jobs in California

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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Ecommerce Sales Director

  • Westminster, CA
  • 12 days ago
  • Westminster, CA
  • 12 days ago

Summary: We are seeking a motivated and detail-oriented Ecommerce Sales Representative to join our team. This role will focus on managing and expanding drop-ship relationships with key ecommerce...

Sales Director, Health Tech - CA

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 90+ days ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 90+ days ago

As the Sales Director, you will be responsible for targeting new customer engagements across various submarkets in the HealthTech space with focus on surgical instruments, patient monitoring...

Head of Sales Performance and Innovation, GCS

  • San Francisco, CA
  • moments ago
  • San Francisco, CA
  • moments ago

X This role may also be located in our Playa Vista, CA campus. Note: By applying to this position you will have an opportunity to share your preferred working location from the following: Mountain...

Sales Supervisor

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • moments ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • moments ago

Sales Supervisor (F/T) The Sales Supervisor supports the management team and performs all functional tasks as assigned. The Sales Supervisor assumes leadership and managerial responsibilities when...

Sales Director - West

  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 1 hour ago
  • Carlsbad, CA
  • 1 hour ago

About Carlsmed Carlsmed is a high growth medical technology leader and creator of the personalized spine surgery market with pioneering technology that is transforming spine surgery. The Company...

Director, Sales - Falcon

  • Tustin, CA
  • 5 hours ago
  • Tustin, CA
  • 5 hours ago

Summary RNDC is looking for innovative and collaborative Director Sales (TX and CA) to join our growing Sales team....

Director of Sales & Marketing

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 6 hours ago

of Sales & Marketing to join our team....

Trucking Supervisor/ Sales

  • Oxnard, CA
  • 10 hours ago
  • Oxnard, CA
  • 10 hours ago

Southern Californias largest supplier of Construction site trucking services is looking for a daily Trucking Site Supervisor/ Sales Associate for our Tri County Transportation Oxnard Division This...

Senior Director, Sales - Strategy/Planning

  • El Segundo, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • El Segundo, CA
  • 11 hours ago

About the role: Liquid I.V. is seeking a Senior Director of Sales Strategy and Planning who will lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of sales strategies to achieve long-term...

Retail Sales Supervisor - New Store

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 11 hours 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

  • Delano, CA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Delano, CA
  • 11 hours 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!...

Senior Director, Sales - West

  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • Los Angeles, CA
  • 15 hours ago

Challenges You Will Solve As a Senior Director, Sales at Red Canary you will use your broad knowledge of the security landscape and sales expertise to provide leadership to Account Executives in your...

Account Director (Sales Engineer)

  • San Jose, CA
  • 15 hours ago
  • San Jose, CA
  • 15 hours ago

Account Director (Sales Engineer) for Randstad Digital, LLC. Multiple openings. Work Location: San Jose, CA....

Head of Sales

  • Alameda, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Alameda, CA
  • 20 hours ago

Head of Sales Industry: Robotics / Automation / Technology Location: San Francisco Bay Area (On-Site, 5 Days a Week) Compensation: Up to $250K + Benefits & Stocks A leading technology company...

Director, Sales Operations

  • Alameda, CA
  • 20 hours ago
  • Alameda, CA
  • 20 hours ago

Wind River Systems Wind River is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a commitment to diversity. We prohibit discrimination based on race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability,...

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Salary for Director of Sales Jobs in California

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

Highest Education Level

Director of Saless in California offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
57.4%
Master's Degree
21.8%
High School or GED
6.8%
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 California
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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