Director of Sales Jobs in Lincolnshire, IL

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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Regional Sales Director - PRO

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 1 hour ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 1 hour ago

Job Level: People Leadership-P2 Job Description: Regional Sales Director Royal Canin - PRO Preferred Locations: St. Charles, MO; Other Locations Considered: Remote near a Major Airport and Canada...

IT Director, Sales & Revenue Technology Solutions (Salesforce)

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 12 hours ago

What We Need: We are looking for a Director, Sales & Revenue Technology Solutions to join our organization in Muscatine, Iowa....

National Account Sales Director

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 21 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 21 hours ago

FuturePlan is the nation's largest third-party administrator (TPA) of retirement plans, partnering with advisors in all 50 states. FuturePlan delivers the best of both worlds: high-touch...

Director Of Sales, Grocery Chicago, Il

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

of Sales, Grocery, you will play a pivotal role in driving Feastables' success within the grocery sector.You'll be instrumental in forging and enhancing relationships with key retailers, as well as...

ViiV Healthcare (GSK) Regional Sales Director, HIV Oral Treatment Southeast (GA/MS/AR) - Field Worker

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 22 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 22 hours ago

ViiV Healthcare is a global specialty HIV company, the only one that is 100% focused on researching and delivering new medicines for people living with, and at risk of, HIV. ViiV is highly...

Remote Work

Regional Sales Director - Major Accounts - Customer Base - Heathcare

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 23 hours ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 23 hours ago

Your work days are brighter here. At Workday, it all began with a conversation over breakfast. When our founders met at a sunny California diner, they came up with an idea to revolutionize the...

Director Sales - Federal

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 1 day ago

JLL empowers you to shape a brighter way. Our people at JLL and JLL Technologies are shaping the future of real estate for a better world by combining world class services, advisory and technology...

Director of Sales, Marine Logistics - North Americ

  • Itasca, IL (15 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Itasca, IL (15 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 1 day ago

at AIT Worldwide Logistics in Itasca, Illinois, United States Job Description Director of Sales, Marine Logistics - North America ID 2025-4993 Category Sales Position Type Regular Full-Time Introduction...

Director Sales - Service Line Specialist - IOT Man

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 1 day ago

at Cognizant Technology Solutions in Chicago, Illinois, United States Job Description Service Line Specialist (specialized solution sales), IoT & Engineering - Manufacturing Location : MN, IL...

Associate Sales Director, Packaging (Market Resear

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 1 day ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 1 day ago

In the role of Associate Director, Sales for Packaging Accounts, you will be responsible for leading large, complex sales engagements across our portfolio of NielsenIQ measurement solutions to our existing...

Oncology Area Sales Director - Midwest

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Description About Us: Founded in 2017 and based in Chicago, Meitheal is focused on the development and commercialization of generic injectable medications and, as of 2022, has expanded its focus...

MRSGM NA Head of Sales, RIG

  • Schaumburg, IL (13 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 2 days ago
  • Schaumburg, IL (13 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 2 days ago

Munich Re Specialty Global Markets North America (MRSGM N.A.) is looking for enthusiastic individuals to join us as we grow. As part of Munich Re Group, we are a unique organization providing...

Sales Director, Data Centers - Colocations

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Description Sales Director, Data Centers - Colocations (Raleigh, NC) Mission Statement This position in Hitachi Energy Industrial Sales will lead a team of Account Managers focused on achieving order...

Global Digital Sales Director

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 3 days ago

About us Minelab is a technology company that creates world-leading metal detectors to help humanitarian organisations clear landmines, gold prospectors find life-changing gold nuggets, and...

Regional Sales Director - Tepezza/ Endo - West (Rare Disease)

  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 3 days ago
  • Chicago, IL (23 miles from Lincolnshire, IL)
  • 3 days ago

Career Category Sales & Marketing Operations Job Description Join Amgens Mission of Serving Patients At Amgen, if you feel like yo u a re part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared...

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Salary for Director of Sales Jobs in Lincolnshire, IL

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Highest Education Level

Director of Saless in Lincolnshire, IL offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
57.5%
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 Lincolnshire, IL
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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