Director of Sales Jobs in Lexington, MA

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

  • Waltham, MA (4 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 14 hours ago
  • Waltham, MA (4 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 14 hours ago

Rocket Software Director, Sales in Massachusetts , United States It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!...

Director, Sales-Media Solutions

  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 17 hours ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 17 hours ago

Director, Sales-Media Solutions Introduction To The Team: Travel Partnerships and Media helps partners deliver excellent traveler and B2B experiences, driving growth for them and the EG marketplace...

Regional Sales Director, Furniture HiTouch - Regional Remote MidAtlantic & Northeast

  • Framingham, MA (14 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Framingham, MA (14 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 1 day ago

The Regional Sales Director (RSD) for Furniture at HiTouch is responsible for driving sales and overseeing the performance of the furniture division within a specific region. This role focuses on...

Remote Work

Director of Sales

  • Hudson, NH (23 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Hudson, NH (23 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 2 days ago

Participate in key organizations as recommended by management and Regional Director of Sales....

Sales Director, Commerce Grid

  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 2 days ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 2 days ago

What You'll Do: Serving as the commercial point of contact for new & existing Commerce Grid prospects, agency investment & trading teams, the expectation is for Sales Directors to primarily divide...

Enterprise Sales Director

  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 3 days ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 3 days ago

Creatio is one of the fastest-growing enterprise SaaS companies, headquartered in Boston, with a global team of 800 dedicated professionals. In 2024, the company became a unicorn while continuing...

Sales Director

  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 4 days ago
  • Cambridge, MA (6 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 4 days ago

Sales Director Row 7 Seeds, Co. Cambridge REPORTS TO Chief Operating OfficerLOCATION This position follows a remote or distributed work model within the United StatesTravel within the United...

Global Sales Director

  • Haverhill, MA (24 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Haverhill, MA (24 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Essential Job Functions Identify global business opportunities and generate profitable sales in both new and existing accounts. Develop and implement sales plans that support increased sales,...

Sales Director

  • Stoughton, MA (24 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Stoughton, MA (24 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Title: Sales Director Department: Sales & Marketing Revision Date: 3/4/2025 FLSA: Exempt Location: Remote Level: G5 Rate of Pay: $150,000 - $170,000 Annually ABOUT THE COMPANY: Comtech Telecommunications...

Director of Sales - MedTech Veeva Basics

  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 5 days ago

The Director of Sales is a critical position responsible for hiring, managing, and mentoring a team of Account Partners who call on hundreds of prospective MedTech companies across North America....

Remote Work

Director of Sales

  • Chelsea, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Chelsea, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 5 days ago

Join us today as the Director of Sales at the TownePlace Suites by Marriott Boston Logan Airport/Chelsea!...

Regional Sales Director, Customer Base FSI

  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 6 days 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...

Sales Director

  • Lawrence, MA (17 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 6 days ago
  • Lawrence, MA (17 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 6 days ago

Heartworks/Building Blocks/ Little Sprouts Babilou Family US is a leading provider of high-quality early childhood education, dedicated to nurturing young minds in a safe, engaging, and enriching...

Senior Sales Director - Healthcare

  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 7 days ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 7 days ago

Job Description Infosys is seeking a Senior Sales Director with Hospital IT sales experience Hospital IT to create a focused market strategy and execute pro-active sales activities for our...

Head of Sales Enablement

  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • Boston, MA (10 miles from Lexington, MA)
  • 8 days ago

At Franklin Templeton, we're driving our industry forward by developing new and innovative ways to help our clients achieve their investment goals. Our dynamic and diversified firm spans asset...

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Salary for Director of Sales Jobs in Lexington, MA

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Highest Education Level

Director of Saless in Lexington, MA 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 Lexington, MA
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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