Director, Strategic Sales

Docker; Canada; Remote; CAD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading software company is seeking a Director, Strategic Sales to lead their Account Executives in the Americas. This role involves overseeing sales metrics, supporting team members, and implementing strategic improvements to enhance customer engagement. The ideal candidate will have 3+ years of experience in leading sales teams and a proven track record in driving performance. Enjoy a variety of perks and a remote-first work environment.

Benefits

Freedom & flexibility

Home office setup

16 weeks of paid Parental leave

Technology stipend

PTO plan

Quarterly hackathons

Training stipend

Equity options

Medical benefits

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience leading high growth Enterprise sales teams.
• Hands-on experience with CRM software.
• Fluent English language skills.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of Account Executives across the Americas.
• Monitor sales metrics and manage the sales process.
• Build a high-performance sales team to ensure customer satisfaction.

Skills

Coaching skills

CRM software proficiency

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Education

BSc degree in Sales, Business Administration or relevant field

Tools

Google Sheets

Job description

At Docker, we make app development easier so developers can focus on what matters. Our remote-first team spans the globe, united by a passion for innovation and great developer experiences. With over 20 million monthly users and 20 billion image pulls, Docker is the #1 tool for building, sharing, and running apps—trusted by startups and Fortune 100s alike. We’re growing fast and just getting started. Come join us for a whale of a ride!

We are looking for an experienced Director, Strategic Sales to oversee and support our Account Executives in the America Strategic segment. The Director of Sales will monitor sales metrics and manage the entire sales process. They will collaborate with various professionals, so it’s essential that they have excellent communication skills and feel comfortable working in a team environment. They should also be able to lead and motivate the sales team to achieve specific goals. Ultimately, the Director of Sales should be able to build a high-performance sales team to ensure customer satisfaction.

Responsibilities

• Manage a team of highly motivated and ambitious Account Executives across Strategic Account Executives in America.
• Effectively capacity plan, train, and motivate the team to overachieve its objectives
• Suggest and implement improvements in the sales administration process
• Coordinate department projects to meet deadlines
• Report on sales metrics and suggest improvements
• Prepare monthly, quarterly, and annual sales forecasts
• Use customer feedback to generate ideas about new features or products
• Research and discover methods to increase customer engagement
• Ensure sales, finance, and legal policies and procedures are met
• Build an open-communication environment for your team
• Liaise with Marketing and Product Development departments to ensure brand consistency and increase sales

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience leading high growth Enterprise sales teams
• Outstanding coaching skills
• Hands-on experience with CRM software and Google Sheets
• In-depth understanding of the sales administration process
• Excellent interpersonal and team management skills
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Numerical abilities and problem-solving attitude
• BSc degree in Sales, Business Administration or relevant field
• Fluent English language skills
• Experience selling through channel

What to Expect

First 30 Days

• Onboard successfully, learning the basics of Docker’s product offerings
• Get to know your team
• Begin plan for the next twelve months including staffing, and significant initiatives/projects to be delivered
• Start building relationships with functional stakeholders around the company

First 90 Days

• Become an expert in our current offerings and Product Roadmap
• Have a completed next twelve month plan
• Begin executing towards that plan
• Own quota setting for your team
• Collaborate with functional stakeholders on strategic initiatives across your region
• Effectively coach your team on selling Docker\'s product portfolio on value, leveraging MEDDPICC and Command of the Message frameworks

One-Year Outlook

• Effectively grow team to meet business objectives
• Enable your team to be effective communicators of Docker product’s value proposition
• Become a trusted/valuable resource to the rest of the organization, particularly Product Management, Customer Success and Marketing by effectively communicating the ‘Voice of the Customer’

Docker embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our company will be.

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Perks

• Freedom & flexibility; fit your work around your life
• Designated quarterly Whaleness Days
• Home office setup; we want you comfortable while you work
• 16 weeks of paid Parental leave
• Technology stipend equivalent to $100 net/month
• PTO plan that encourages you to take time to do the things you enjoy
• Quarterly, company-wide hackathons
• Training stipend for conferences, courses and classes
• Equity; we are a growing start-up and want all employees to have a share in the success of the company
• Docker Swag
• Medical benefits, retirement and holidays vary by country

Docker embraces diversity and equal opportunity. We are committed to building a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our company will be.

Due to the remote nature of this role, we are unable to provide visa sponsorship.

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