Senior Sales Director

Tech Sales Jobs; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 175,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Gen seeks an experienced Consumer Sales Director to lead the Partner Managed Channel and scale partnerships across telecom, fintech, financial institutions, retail, and OEMs. You will report to the VP of Sales, shaping strategic initiatives to drive substantial and sustainable revenue growth through existing and new alliances.

You will mentor a team of Business Development Managers, cultivate relationships with procurement and senior leaders, and ensure successful product launches, promotions,

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience in sales management with a track record of exceeding goals and building partner relationships.
• MBA preferred or equivalent advanced degree.
• Strong negotiation, presentation, and communication skills with ability to influence senior stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy for major strategic partners across industries (telecom, fintech, financial institutions, retail, OEMs).
• Lead and coach a high-performing team of Business Development Sales Managers.
• Build and maintain relationships with key decision-makers at partner organizations (procurement, category managers, leadership).
• Navigate complex partner requirements, promotional calendars, and best practices to maximize results.
• Implement data-driven strategies to optimize product placement, pricing, and promotions within partner environments.
• Analyze sales data and trends to identify growth opportunities and drive profitability.
• Collaborate with marketing, product development, and logistics to ensure seamless launches and effective campaigns in partner channels.
• Stay informed of industry trends and evolving customer preferences to identify opportunities.
• Present and negotiate compelling sales proposals to secure new and existing partnerships.

Skills

Sales management

Partner management

Strategic planning

Data analysis

Negotiation

Team mentoring

Communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree in business or related field

MBA preferred

Job description

Senior Sales Director

Department: Partnerships & Alliances

Location: USA - Mountain View, CA, USA - New York, NY, USA - Tempe, AZ

Compensation: $175K – $225K

Employment Type: FullTime

About Gen:

Gen is a global company dedicated to powering Digital Freedom through its trusted consumer brands including Norton, Avast, LifeLock, MoneyLion and more. Our combined heritage is rooted in financial empowerment and cyber safety for the first digital generations, and today we deliver award-winning cybersecurity, online privacy, identity protection and financial wellness solutions to nearly 500 million users in more than 150 countries.

Together, we share a collective passion and vision to protect consumers and help them grow, manage and secure their digital and financial lives. We’re always looking for smart, fearless and high-impact talent who see AI as a teammate – leveraging it to move faster and deliver meaningful results.

When you’re part of Gen, you’ll have the flexibility, tools and support to do your best work and grow your career – from flexible working options and time off to competitive pay, benefits and well-being programs.

At Gen, we are scrappy and relentlessly customer driven. We create room for healthy debate, experimentation and continuous learning, and we seek out people with different experiences, identities and ideas to join our team. You’ll work with people who back each other, respect each other and understand that our differences are a competitive advantage.

If this sounds like you, we’d love you to be part of Gen.

About the Role:

We are seeking a seasoned and results-oriented Consumer Sales Director for our Partner Managed Channel, to lead and elevate our Partner Managed team and to expand our products and services through these existing partnerships leveraging technical integrations that use APIs, hosted solutions, and SDKs. Reporting directly to the VP of Sales, you will be responsible for developing and executing strategic initiatives to drive significant and sustainable sales growth across our partnerships.

What you will do in the role:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy for major strategic partners within a broad range of industries including telecom, fintech, financial institutions, retail, membership services, OEMs, etc.
• Lead, coach, and mentor a high-performing team of Business Development Sales Managers, fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, and exceeding goals.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers at major partners, including procurement, category managers, and leadership level personnel.
• Navigate complex landscapes, understanding and adhering to specific partner requirements, promotional calendars, and best practices.
• Develop and implement data-driven strategies to optimize product placement, pricing, and promotions within a partner environment.
• Analyze sales data and trends to identify opportunities for growth, refine strategies, and maximize profitability.
• Collaborate with marketing, product development, and logistics teams to ensure seamless product launches, effective marketing campaigns, and efficient product fulfilment within partner channels.
• Stay informed of evolving trends and consumer preferences, proactively identifying and capitalizing on emerging opportunities.
• Present and negotiate compelling sales proposals to secure new partnerships and advantageous terms with existing partners.

What you need to be successful in the role:

• Bachelor’s degree in business administration, Marketing, or a related field (MBA preferred).
• Minimum 10 years of experience in sales management, with a proven track record of exceeding sales goals and building successful relationships with partners.
• Deep understanding of the retail landscape, including key players, dynamics, and best practices in merchandising, promotions, and vendor negotiations.
• Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic sales plans that drive significant and sustainable revenue growth.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation skills, with the ability to build rapport and influence key decision-makers.
• Strong analytical, strategy development, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to leverage data to optimize sales strategies and make informed decisions.
• Proactive, results-oriented, and self-motivated with a strong work ethic and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Travel required.