Job description
Key Responsibilities :
- Team Leadership : Lead, mentor, and coach a team of Account Development Representatives, providing guidance on best practices, sales strategies, and performance improvement.
- Sales Strategy Execution : Implement and execute strategic sales plans to meet business objectives, ensuring alignment with the company s overall goals.
- Client Engagement Oversight : Monitor and support the team in maintaining regular contact with prospects across all stages of the sales funnel via phone, email, video, and social media.
- Performance Management : Set and monitor individual and team performance metrics, including daily, monthly, quarterly, and yearly pipeline targets. Conduct regular performance reviews and provide actionable feedback.
- Sales Funnel Management : Oversee the management of high-volume inbound and outbound sales activities, ensuring effective pipeline development and lead generation.
- Workload Prioritization : Assist the team in prioritizing tasks to meet and exceed sales targets while managing competing workload demands.
- Reporting : Compile and present accurate and timely reports on team performance, sales metrics, and other key indicators to management.
- Product Industry Knowledge : Develop and maintain a deep understanding of the company s products, services, and industry trends to support the sales process and guide the team effectively.
- SLA Adherence : Ensure the team adheres to all response-time SLAs and utilizes mandatory sales cadences consistently.
- Cross-functional collaboration : Work closely with the onboarding and client success teams to ensure a smooth transition of qualified leads and ongoing customer satisfaction.
Key Competencies
Strategic Sales Planning and Execution : Demonstrates a comprehensive understanding of sales development processes, with the ability to strategically plan, execute, and adapt sales tactics to meet business objectives effectively.Client Engagement and Communication : Possesses advanced skills in outbound calling, with competency in initiating and maintaining strong client relationships through effective communication and engagement strategies.Prospecting and Lead Generation : Exhibits a high level of proficiency in identifying potential leads, employing advanced sales prospecting techniques, and successfully converting prospects into viable business opportunities.Pipeline Development and Management : Able to efficiently manage and nurture a sales pipeline, ensuring a steady flow of business and a balanced funnel of sales activities, from lead generation to closing deals.Negotiation and Persuasion : Skilled in negotiation, capable of effectively persuading and influencing decision-making processes, and achieving favorable outcomes in sales negotiations.Key Qualifications :
Bachelors or Masters degree in Business Administration or a related field.Minimum of 5-6 years of experience in B2B sales, with at least 2 years in a team lead or management role, preferably in the technology sectorDemonstrated track record of achieving sales targets and driving team performance in a high-paced environment.Strong leadership presence with the ability to inspire confidence and respect at all levels.Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills to effectively lead a diverse team.Advanced proficiency in CRM software, such as Salesforce or Microsoft Dynamics.Preferred Qualifications :
Experience : 2-4 years of experience in a team leadership role within B2B sales, preferably in the technology sector.Communication Skills : Exceptional verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex concepts in a simple and understandable format.Sales Expertise : Demonstrated success in inside sales, handling the full sales cycle, and managing high-volume sales pipelines.CRM Proficiency : Strong experience with CRM software, such as Salesforce or Microsoft Dynamics, to manage sales cycles and customer information.Leadership Mentorship : Proven ability to lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing sales team.Adaptability : Comfortable working in a fast-paced, constantly changing start-up environment.Results-Oriented : A history of achieving or surpassing sales quotas and targets, with a strong focus on results.Strategic Thinking : Ability to think creatively, strategically plan, and execute sales tactics effectively.Skills Required
Social Media, Lead Generation, Career Development