Director of Sales Risk & Security Operations

ServiceNow; Frankfurt; Vor Ort; EUR 100.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

A leading technology company in Frankfurt is seeking a Director of Sales Risk & Security Operations to drive growth in their risk and security operations product lines. You will build and lead a high-performing sales team while defining the go-to-market strategy in the EMEA region. The ideal candidate has over 10 years in the tech sector, strong leadership capabilities, and a proven track record in new-business sales and customer engagement. Fluency in English and German is required.

Qualifikationen

• 3 years of experience as a Sales Leader in a SaaS organization.
• Expertise in Cyber Security and Integrated Risk Management.
• Proven success in new-business sales with C-level presentations.

Aufgaben

• Build and develop a team of Sales Executives.
• Define and execute the regional sales strategy.
• Lead engagement with C-level stakeholders.

Kenntnisse

Risk Management

Negotiation

Operational Management

Smartsheets

Strategic Planning

Team Management

Budgeting

Leadership Experience

Program Development

Supervising Experience

Financial Planning

Jobbeschreibung

Overview

The Director of Sales Risk & Security Operations will drive the rapid growth of ServiceNows Risk and Security Operations product lines across our region EMEA central including D AT CH and CEE. You will build lead and develop a high‑performing team of Sales Executives while shaping the go‑to‑market strategy for a dynamic and expanding portfolio. This role requires a seasoned SaaS sales leader with a passion for building teams winning new markets and delivering strong revenue outcomes.

What You Get to Do in This Role

• Build lead and develop a team of Sales Executives to drive aggressive new‑business growth in the region.
• Define and execute the regional sales strategy in partnership with Sales Operations including competitive analysis and market planning.
• Actively engage in territory planning, account strategy, relationship development and opportunity execution to support sales teams in closing business.
• Recruit, coach, mentor and inspire team members to uphold high standards of performance.
• Establish territories and quotas while clearly communicating expectations to the team.
• Own and maintain accurate forecasting and pipeline reporting.
• Achieve quarterly and annual revenue targets.
• Lead effective engagement with C‑level stakeholders to uncover and understand business requirements.
• Build strong cross‑functional relationships with Solution Consulting, Business Units, Professional Services, Marketing, Partners and the ServiceNow executive team.
• Retain and expand existing customer relationships through proactive non‑sales touchpoints and exceptional customer experience delivery.

Qualifications

• 3 years of experience as a Sales Leader in a SaaS organization and 10 years in the broader Tech / IT sector.
• Strong sales operations management capabilities with proven experience leading sales processes and collaborating effectively with operations teams.
• Expertise in Cyber Security, DORA, NIS2, Business Continuity Management and Integrated Risk Management.
• A track record of recruiting, developing and leading high‑performing sales teams; exemplary people leadership skills are essential.
• Experience leveraging AI tools or integrating AI into workflows, decision‑making or business processes.
• Proven success in new‑business sales including C‑level presentations, negotiations and complex deal execution.
• Strong strategic thinking, analytical and financial‑planning skills with consistent quota achievement.
• Ownership of accurate CRM reporting including forecasting, pipeline inspection and opportunity management.
• Ability to articulate the broader big picture and understand IT business drivers.
• Demonstrated ability to build long‑term relationships with C‑suite executives.
• Agility and effectiveness in fast‑paced high‑growth environments.
• Strong business and financial acumen.
• A leadership approach that fosters collaboration, enthusiasm, accountability and continuous improvement.
• Experience working with partners to expand territory coverage and accelerate pipeline generation.
• Ability to drive effective pipeline creation through marketing and partner initiatives.
• Fluency in English and German with regional travel required.

Key Skills

• Risk Management
• Negotiation
• Operational Management
• Smartsheets
• Strategic Planning
• Team Management
• Budgeting
• Leadership Experience
• Program Development
• Supervising Experience
• Financial Planning

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Employment Details

Remote Work: No

Employment Type: Full‑time