Director, Sales
Content + Source + Freshness • 11 Dec 2025 • 95% confidence
Offer value
High value due to substantial compensation, leadership opportunities in the sales domain, and clear performance metrics.
- Compensation: $174,079–$217,598/year, commission eligible
- Opportunity to shape sales strategies and lead teams
- Requires significant sales leadership experience
Pros
- Base salary range is competitive ($174,079–$217,598/year) with commission eligibility
- Leadership role offers a chance to direct and influence sales strategies
- Collaborative work environment fosters personal and professional growth
Cons
- High-pressure sales performance targets may lead to stress
- Requires extensive experience which might limit the candidate pool
- Expectations for constant engagement with top accounts can be demanding
Who it's for
Senior • In-office
Good fit
- Veteran sales professionals with experience in leadership roles
- Individuals looking to make a strategic impact
- Sales leaders eager to mentor and develop their teams
Not recommended for
- New entrants to sales looking for entry-level jobs
- Those not interested in high-pressure sales environments
- Candidates seeking primarily remote working conditions
Motivation fit
Key skills
About the job
It's fun to work in a company where people truly BELIEVE in what they're doing!
Job Description Summary:
Job Overview:The Director, Sales will lead a team of Enterprise sales professionals who are charged with rapidly growing our ACV revenue from the existing account base. They are ultimately driving sales by focusing the team on high value opportunities and by developing the strategic selling skills of the team. This individual will drive the sales activity for the Rocket’s solutions into target client companies by partnering with key Rocket Sales executives, product management, marketing, and other key business executives.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
- Define sales processes and setup key operational metrics
- Achieve overall team sales goals.
- Develop and maintain a strong team culture.
- Coach and motivate individual team members.
- Develop team members for current and future opportunities.
- Work with reps to develop and execute account strategies for new and increasing territory
- Collaborate with other Rocket departments and sales teams to enrich business.
- Utilize Rocket’s CRM system, data, and sales methodology.
- Build and maintain executive level relationships within key accounts
- Act as a role model and leader within the sales organization and promote a "can do" culture and positive environment, advise reps on accounts, answer questions, and provide assistance when necessary.
- Manage the region as a business with appropriate expense and budget controls
Required Qualifications:
- 10+ years of proven sales and sales leadership experience
- Proven experience managing large accounts, achieving revenue goals, and managing sales strategies.
- A strong track record of sales management in both sales target attainment and people/team development.
- Demonstrated success in designing and implementing tactical sales initiatives
- Strong, high-level relationship skills
- The ability to thrive in a team selling environment.
- Coaching and mentoring skills
Information Security:
Information security is everyone’s responsibility. A fundamental principle of information security at Rocket Software is that all individuals in the organization have a responsibility for the security and protection of company information and IT Resources over which they have control, according to their role.
Diversity, Inclusion & Equity:
At Rocket we are committed to an inclusive workplace environment, where every Rocketeer can thrive by bringing their full selves to work. Being a Rocketeer means you are part of our movement to continually drive inclusivity, diversity and equity in our workforce.
The base salary range for this role is $174,079.00 - $217,598.00 /year. Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience, and location.This position is eligible for commissions in accordance with the terms of the company’s planWhat Rocket Software can offer you in USA:
Extensive paid time off programs (paid holidays, sick, and unlimited vacation time)
Healthcare coverage options to fit you (and your family’s) needs
Retirement savings, with matching contributions by Rocket Software
Life and disability coverage
Leadership and skills training opportunities
Two paid work days for off-site training
EOE M/F/Vet/Disability. Rocket Software Inc. is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status. Rocket Software Inc. is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.
Rocket is committed to working with and providing reasonable accommodation to individuals with physical and mental disabilities. If you need special assistance or an accommodation while seeking employment, please call: 781-577-4321 or send an email to people@rocketsoftware.com. We will make a determination on your request for reasonable accommodation on a case-by-case basis.
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If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
