Sales Director
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₹8.4 Lakhs - ₹97 Lakhs
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• updated:
20 Mar 2025
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Sales Director Salary in Chennai ranges between ₹8.4 Lakhs to ₹97 Lakhs for 8 years of experience to 24 years of experience. Salary estimates are based on 114 latest salaries received from Sales Director.
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| Company name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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Bauli India Bakes Sales Director Salary
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Microsoft Corporation Sales Director Salary
15 years exp | | |
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15 years exp | | 1 job opening |
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| Company Name | Avg. annual salary | Open Jobs |
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7 yrs
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₹9.9 L/yr - ₹12.7 L/yr | |
14 yrs
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Chennai
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₹94.1 L/yr - ₹1 Cr/yr | |
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17 yrs
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₹21.6 L/yr - ₹27.6 L/yr | |
18 yrs
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₹12.6 L/yr - ₹16.1 L/yr | |
26 yrs
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₹12.6 L/yr - ₹16.1 L/yr | |
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₹6 L/yr - ₹7.7 L/yr | |
22 yrs
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₹57 L/yr - ₹63 L/yr | |
24 yrs
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₹29.7 L/yr - ₹37.9 L/yr | |
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15 yrs
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₹16.2 L/yr - ₹20.7 L/yr | |
11 yrs
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₹22.5 L/yr - ₹28.8 L/yr | |
Sales Director salaries by
| Years of experience | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
8
years
(4
salaries)
| ₹1.4 L/yr - ₹14.5 L/yr |
9
years
(2
salaries)
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr |
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10
years
(5
salaries)
| ₹1.1 L/yr - ₹36 L/yr |
11
years
(5
salaries)
| ₹7 L/yr - ₹25 L/yr |
12
years
(8
salaries)
| ₹12.6 L/yr - ₹40 L/yr |
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· 4-9 years
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· 10-12 years
NielsenIQ
Kolkata
Sales Director
· 9-10 years
Radisson Blu Hotel
Kolkata
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Whitehat jr
Sales Manager
• posted on 14 Aug 2023
Likes
Salary on time
Dislikes
Work culture it’s too poor , no management , no office , no HR support senior support
- Skill development - Poor
+3 more
Whitehat jr
Sales Manager in Mumbai
• posted on 16 Dec 2022
Likes
Salary on time and health insurance benefits
- Salary - Good
Dislikes
0 work-life balance, too demanding, micromanagement, 0 job security
- Job security - Bad
+2 more
Whitehat jr
Sales Manager in Gurgaon / Gurugram
• posted on 04 Feb 2023
- Salary - Good
+2 more
Dislikes
Too much pressure and less job security.
Whitehat jr
Sales Manager in Mumbai
• posted on 21 May 2021
Likes
Salary on time
- Salary - Good
Dislikes
Working with Whitehatjr is a challenging role everyday there are changes of process change as per business requirement and as per sales point of view it is very challenging and feel like no job security , though you are a confirmed employee. It's a fact.
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Sales Director Salary In Other Locations
| Locations | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
Bangalore / Bengaluru
Sales Director
8 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹12 L/yr - ₹95 L/yr |
Mumbai
Sales Director
8 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹12 L/yr - ₹97 L/yr |
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| |
New Delhi
Sales Director
8 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹10.8 L/yr - ₹94 L/yr |
Gurgaon / Gurugram
Sales Director
8 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹12.2 L/yr - ₹1 Cr/yr |
Pune
Sales Director
8 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹7.5 L/yr - ₹79 L/yr |
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Sales Director Salary By Industries
| Industries | Avg. annual salary |
|---|---|
IT Services & Consulting Sales Director
8 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹16 L/yr - ₹97 L/yr |
Internet Sales Director
8 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹14.7 L/yr - ₹97 L/yr |
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Software Product Sales Director
8 -
24
years
exp.
| ₹15 L/yr - ₹1 Cr/yr |
Travel & Tourism / Hospitality Sales Director
8 -
22
years
exp.
| ₹10 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr |
Hospitality Sales Director
8 -
22
years
exp.
| ₹10 L/yr - ₹34 L/yr |
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Frequently Asked Questions (FAQS) about Sales Director Salaries
What is the salary of a Sales Director in India?
The salary of a Sales Director in India varies based on experience, location, company & Industry.
On average, Sales Director salaries ranges from ₹8.4 Lakhs to ₹97.0 Lakhs per year. Top companies and specialized roles may offer higher compensation.
The average starting salary is around ₹8.4 Lakhs to ₹97.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹110.0 Lakhs to ₹140.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 114 salaries received from various Sales Directors across industries.
The average starting salary is around ₹8.4 Lakhs to ₹97.0 Lakhs per year, with the highest salary reaching ₹110.0 Lakhs to ₹140.0 Lakhs per year. Salary estimates are based on 114 salaries received from various Sales Directors across industries.
What are the top paying companies that employ Sales Directors?
Sales Director Salaries at Top paying companies in India are
Salaries depend on experience, role, and location. Additional compensation may include bonuses and stock options.
| Bauli India Bakes Sales Director Salary | ₹1.1 Lakhs to ₹1.4 Lakhs per year |
| Microsoft Corporation Sales Director Salary | ₹56 Lakhs to ₹1.5 Lakhs per year |
| Salesforce Sales Director Salary | ₹70 Lakhs to ₹1.2 Lakhs per year |
| ACC Sales Director Salary | ₹75 Lakhs to ₹1 Lakhs per year |
| Oracle Sales Director Salary | ₹65 Lakhs to ₹1 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying cities for Sales Director in India?
The annual salary for Sales Director in India varies by location. Top paying cities for Sales Director are
Salary expectations for Sales Director may vary based on job roles, experience, and specific employer requirements.
| Sales Director Salary in Bangalore / Bengaluru | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹95.0 Lakhs per year |
| Sales Director Salary in Mumbai | ₹12.0 Lakhs to ₹97.0 Lakhs per year |
| Sales Director Salary in New Delhi | ₹10.8 Lakhs to ₹94.0 Lakhs per year |
| Sales Director Salary in Gurgaon / Gurugram | ₹12.2 Lakhs to ₹101.0 Lakhs per year |
| Sales Director Salary in Pune | ₹7.5 Lakhs to ₹79.0 Lakhs per year |
What are the top paying industries for Sales Director in India?
Top 5 paying Industries for Sales Director in India are:
| Sales Director Salary in IT Services & Consulting | ₹16.0 Lakhs to ₹97.0 Lakhs per year |
| Sales Director Salary in Internet | ₹14.7 Lakhs to ₹97.0 Lakhs per year |
| Sales Director Salary in Software Product | ₹15.0 Lakhs to ₹100.0 Lakhs per year |
| Sales Director Salary in Travel & Tourism / Hospitality | ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹34.0 Lakhs per year |
| Sales Director Salary in Hospitality | ₹10.0 Lakhs to ₹34.0 Lakhs per year |
How does experience affect salaries of a Sales Director in India?
Experience significantly impacts a Sales Director salary in India. Salaries increase with experience, as Sales Director take on more complex tasks, responsibilities, and leadership roles.
Sales Director salary at different experience level are as follows:
and so on.
| Experience | Average Salary Range |
|---|---|
| 8 years | ₹1.4 Lakhs to ₹14.5 Lakhs per year |
| 9 years | ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year |
| 10 years | ₹1.1 Lakhs to ₹36.0 Lakhs per year |
| 11 years | ₹7.0 Lakhs to ₹25.0 Lakhs per year |
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