Vice President of Sales Jobs

The Vice President of Sales is responsible for driving a company's sales operations, developing and implementing effective sales strategies, and leading the sales team to achieve set targets. They oversee the entire sales process from initial contact through negotiation and closing deals. They are also responsible for building and maintaining strong relationships with key clients, identifying new potential markets, and keeping abreast of industry trends and competitors. They constantly analyze sales data and performance to identify areas for improvement and plan for future growth.

Important skills for a Vice President of Sales include leadership, strategic planning, business acumen, and excellent communication and negotiation skills. They should also be results-driven, customer-focused, and have strong analytical skills. While not always required, certifications like Certified Sales Leadership Professional (CSLP) or Strategic Sales Management (SSM) can be beneficial. Prior to becoming a Vice President of Sales, an individual might hold roles such as Sales Manager, Director of Sales, or Regional Sales Manager.

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MillerKnoll

Area Sales Vice President - Northeast

Provide leadership to the regional sales directors and create strategic alignment to the sales leaders within other business units....

Vice President of Sales, NA Analytics

  • Englewood, NJ
  • 3 days ago
  • Englewood, NJ
  • 3 days ago

Job Details Vice President of Sales, NA Analytics Atlanta GA, Boston MA, Chicago IL, Norwalk CT, New York City NY or Remote USA Why this job is important Reporting to the Head of NA Analytics, sell...

Area VP, Sales

  • Little Rock, AR
  • moments ago
  • Little Rock, AR
  • moments ago

Area VP, Sales Company: MMIT Location: Remote, United States Date Posted: Apr 3, 2025 Employment Type: Full Time Job ID: R-1056 **Description** **About MMIT:** Why MMIT? At MMIT, we simplify the...

Vice President, Branch Leader - Cincinnati , OH

  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 4 hours ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 4 hours ago

It's said that the key to a successful sales strategy is to sell yourself, sell your company, and sell your product. With a focus on employee development and collaboration, as the leader of a...

Associate Vice President, Digital Assets, Applications Development

  • Montpelier, VT
  • 4 hours ago
  • Montpelier, VT
  • 4 hours ago

Associate Vice President, Digital Assets, Applications Development Company Summary Come join one of America’s fastest growing insurance companies with a stable history of 175 years. At National...

Associate Vice President, Client Facing Technology - Research and Development

  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Career Category Information Systems Job Description JOIN AMGENS MISSION OF SERVING PATIENTS At Amgen, if you feel like you are a part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto...

Associate Vice President, Client Facing Technology - Operations

  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 4 hours ago
  • Thousand Oaks, CA
  • 4 hours ago

Career Category Information Systems Job Description JOIN AMGENS MISSION OF SERVING PATIENTS At Amgen, if you feel like you are a part of something bigger, its because you are. Our shared missionto...

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...

Remote Work

Vice President Small Format (Drug, Dollar, Convenience, Emerging Retail) Location: Hershey, PA or Dallas, TX *This role can be remote (near a major airport) or in Hershey, PA or Dallas, TX. Travel...

VP, Business Development

  • Dallas, TX
  • 6 hours ago
  • Dallas, TX
  • 6 hours ago

Overview Join a Growth-Focused Leadership Team as Vice President of Business Development! Are you a strategic powerhouse with a passion for driving growth and building lasting partnerships in the...

Sr. Vice President

  • Montvale, NJ
  • 6 hours ago
  • Montvale, NJ
  • 6 hours ago

Overview Reporting directly to the President SHCA and working closely with the Japan-based Small Appliance Business Unit, the Sr. Vice President of SEMCA is the driving force behind the Sharp U.S....

Vice President of Sales

  • Spokane, WA
  • 11 hours ago
  • Spokane, WA
  • 11 hours ago

High Ticket Teams is seeking a Vice President of Sales to join our dynamic commission based sales recruiting agency. 1099 Commission Only Position This fully remote role will report to a Senior Executive...

Remote Work

Financial Services Vice President of Sales. Job in Terrell Gr8Jobs

  • Terrell, TX
  • 11 hours ago
  • Terrell, TX
  • 11 hours ago

Calling all financial professionals looking for a role 100% focused on sales! Take advantage of our well-defined promotion opportunities where qualified leads are provided and there is no cold...

Financial Services Vice President of Sales. Job in Wilmer Gr8Jobs

  • Wilmer, TX
  • 11 hours ago
  • Wilmer, TX
  • 11 hours ago

Calling all financial professionals looking for a role 100% focused on sales! Take advantage of our well-defined promotion opportunities where qualified leads are provided and there is no cold...

Vice President of Sales - Wealth Management. Job in Terrell Gr8Jobs

  • Terrell, TX
  • 11 hours ago
  • Terrell, TX
  • 11 hours ago

Calling all financial professionals looking for a role 100% focused on sales! Take advantage of our well-defined promotion opportunities where qualified leads are provided and there is no cold...

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Salary for Vice President of Sales Jobs Nationwide

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Highest Education Level

Vice President of Saless offer the following education background
Bachelor's Degree
58.9%
Master's Degree
25.6%
Associate's Degree
4.2%
High School or GED
4.0%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.3%
Doctorate Degree
2.7%
Some College
1.1%
Some High School
0.2%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Vice President of Saless
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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