Startup Sales Manager: Scale a High-Growth Fintech Team

WinsAbove; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Stripe is seeking a Startup Sales Manager in Chicago to lead a team of Account Executives targeting VC-funded, tech-forward startups. You will drive new client acquisition, shape sales strategy with senior leadership, and collaborate across Stripe to align products with customer needs.

The role requires strong leadership, experience scaling a technology sales team, and the ability to navigate ambiguity in a fast-growing environment.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of relevant experience with 2+ years of people management preferred.
• Experience leading sales in an early stage, high-growth technology environment.
• Ability to hire, train and coach a high-performance sales team.
• Ability to build relationships with strategic client and industry thought leaders.
• Demonstrated passion for start-ups and new technology businesses.
• Ability to understand and articulate technical concepts and translate them into business terms.

Responsibilities

• Recruit, develop and lead a team of Account Executives focused on VC-funded, tech-forward businesses.
• Collaborate with senior leadership to shape long-term vision and strategy for the team; manage day-to-day operations with a focus on metrics.
• Increase revenue and drive new client acquisition at high growth rates.
• Coach the team in consultative and solution-based sales techniques.
• Inspire and enable team development for career growth and impact.
• Build cross-functional relationships to shape Stripe products and solutions for customers.

Skills

People management

Sales leadership

High-growth environment

Strategic account development

Relationship building

Job description

Stripe is seeking a Startup Sales Manager in Chicago to lead a team of Account Executives targeting VC-funded, tech-forward startups. You will drive new client acquisition, shape sales strategy with senior leadership, and collaborate across Stripe to align products with customer needs.

The role requires strong leadership, experience scaling a technology sales team, and the ability to navigate ambiguity in a fast-growing environment.