Manager, Commercial Sales

Vercel; New York, Austin, San Francisco (NY, TX, CA); Hybrid; USD 270,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible Time Off

Relocation support

Competitive compensation package including equity

Job summary

Vercel is looking for an experienced Sales Leader based in New York to build and scale a high-performing Commercial AE team. This hybrid role involves hiring, coaching, and directly engaging with clients to drive sales forward.

The ideal candidate will possess proven SaaS sales experience, exceptional deal execution skills, and the ability to lead in a fast-paced startup environment. Join Vercel to play a critical role in shaping the future of software.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of SaaS sales experience, with at least 2+ years managing Account Executives.
• Proven track record of hiring, coaching, and developing high-performance sales teams.
• Strong deal execution skills with a history of closing six-figure SaaS deals.

Responsibilities

• Build, coach, and scale a high-performing Commercial AE team.
• Engage directly with technical buyers and drive pipeline.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Customer Success and Marketing.

Skills

SaaS sales experience

Team management

Deal execution

Technical product knowledge

Job description

About Vercel:

Vercel is the agentic infrastructure company. We free people and agents to ship what’s next.

For more than a decade, Vercel has shaped how the web is built. As the team behind Next.js, v0, and AI SDK, we create products that help builders move from idea to production with speed, security, and exceptional developer experience.

Now, software is entering a new era, and the next generation of products will not just be used by people. They will be built, extended, and operated by agents.

We are building the platform for that future, trusted by companies like OpenAI, PayPal, Ramp, Supreme, and millions of developers worldwide. Whether you’re building our products, supporting our customers, growing our community, or shaping our story, you’ll help define what comes next.

About the Role:

We're looking for an experienced and hands‑on Sales Leader to build, coach, and scale a high‑performing Commercial AE team. You'll be a coach who not only leads, hires, mentors, and develops top talent, but also rolls up your sleeves to work deals alongside the team. This leader will be instrumental in helping customers and prospects realize the full value of Vercel.

This role is hybrid. If you’re based within a pre‑determined commuting distance of one of our offices (SF, NY, London, or Berlin), the role includes in‑office anchor days on Monday, Tuesday, and Friday.

What You Will Do:

• Hire & Build: Recruit, onboard, and ramp a high-performance team of Commercial AEs.
• Coach & Mentor: Provide ongoing coaching, 1:1s, and deal strategy sessions to develop reps into top performers.
• Sales Strategy: Engage directly with technical buyers, engineering leaders, and business stakeholders to drive pipeline and close business.
• Hands‑On Leadership: Roll up your sleeves to join calls, dig into product demos, and co‑create sales motions with your team.
• Pipeline & Execution: Partner closely with team to generate pipeline, advance opportunities, and close business across the commercial segment.
• Collaboration: Work cross‑functionally with Customer Success, Marketing, Product, and Solution Engineers to ensure customers get the resources they need to grow and succeed on Vercel.
• Data‑Driven Management: Track performance against goals, forecast accurately, and drive continuous improvement in sales execution.

About You:

• 5+ years of SaaS sales experience, with at least 2+ years managing Account Executives.
• Experience running a commercial or mid‑market AE motion — new logo, install base, or both.
• Proven track record of hiring, coaching, and developing high-performance sales teams.
• Hands‑on leader who thrives in a player‑coach role.
• Comfort leading conversations about AI, data, and technical products (no need to be an engineer, but must be credible with technical buyers).
• Strong deal execution skills with a history of closing six‑figure SaaS deals.
• Ability to operate in a fast‑paced startup environment, balancing strategy with execution.

Bonus If You:

• Have experience selling developer tools, AI/ML products, or other technical platforms.
• Have prior experience building out a commercial sales motion from scratch.
• Have strong cross‑functional instincts — especially with Customer Success and post‑sale teams.
• Competitive compensation package, including equity.
• Learn and Grow — we provide mentorship and send you to events that help you build your network and skills.
• Flexible Time Off.
• We will provide you the gear you need to do your role, and a WFH budget for you to outfit your space as needed.
• Relocation support for move to SF or NYC.

The San Francisco, CA OTE pay range for this role is $270,000‑$360,000. Actual salary will be based on job‑related skills, experience, and location. Compensation outside of San Francisco may be adjusted based on employee location. The total compensation package may include benefits, equity‑based compensation, and eligibility for a company bonus or variable pay program depending on the role. Your recruiter can share more details during the hiring process.

Vercel is committed to fostering and empowering an inclusive community within our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, gender expression or identity, sexual orientation, national origin, citizenship, age, marital status, veteran status, disability status, or any other characteristic protected by law. Vercel encourages everyone to apply for our available positions, even if they don't necessarily check every box on the job description.

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