The sales and business development director is a top post and is responsible for overseeing the activities of the company's development and sales ventures. Directorship is centered around writing and drafting sales policies that are in line with the corporate guidelines set by the board and the executive. They invest a lot of time preparing plans for sales at the macro level that are implemented by the individuals who are responsible for sales.
The sales director is often responsible for important human resource functions which include the most crucial of which is the screening, recruitment and training of the sales managers of the company. The sales director typically plays a significant role when it comes to screening recruiting, as well as the training and development of sales reps. To ensure that the sales strategies are properly implemented director should ensure that sales team has the equipment required to execute the sales strategy.
By focusing on business development the director considers the options the company can pursue to be open to new opportunities in the economy. Beyond getting new customers The business development strategy must identify new clients which can be reached through innovative strategies.
Because it is an executive-level job which requires a significant amount of business acumen The position typically needs a minimum bachelor's degree as well as a decade in sales expertise. Directorships are in an office setting and might need travel occasionally to meet with clients of high value.