Presales Manager: HCM & Payroll Solutions

UKG (Ultimate Kronos Group); Columbia (SC); On-site; USD 146,000 - 209,000; Full time

Job summary

UKG, the Workforce Operating Platform, is seeking a Presales Manager to coach and scale a team of solution consultants across HCM, Payroll, and related domains.

You will drive presales excellence, align talent to opportunities, and partner with Sales to shape strategy while ensuring consistent, high‑quality demos and engagements. This role requires 7+ years in presales with leadership experience, a bachelor's in business or HR, and a track record of building inclusive, high‑performing teams.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of presales experience in enterprise software.
• 3+ years of people leadership, coaching, and performance management.
• Strong presentation skills tailored for executives and tech teams.
• Extensive experience in Human Capital Management or Payroll systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead and develop a team of Presales Solution Consultants across HCM, Payroll, and related domains.
• Align consultants to opportunities, ensure high‑impact demos, workshops, and executive engagements.
• Collaborate with Sales, Product, Marketing, and Services to shape opportunity strategy.
• Track presales metrics and enforce standard processes and engagement models.

Skills

Presales experience

People leadership

Executive communication

HCM/Payroll knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Business/HR or related field

Job description

UKG, the Workforce Operating Platform, is seeking a Presales Manager to coach and scale a team of solution consultants across HCM, Payroll, and related domains.

You will drive presales excellence, align talent to opportunities, and partner with Sales to shape strategy while ensuring consistent, high‑quality demos and engagements. This role requires 7+ years in presales with leadership experience, a bachelor's in business or HR, and a track record of building inclusive, high‑performing teams.