Manager, Corporate Sales
As a global leader in cybersecurity, CrowdStrike protects the people, processes and technologies that drive modern organizations. Since 2011, our mission hasn’t changed — we’re here to stop breaches, and we’ve redefined modern security with the world’s most advanced AI-native platform. Our customers span all industries, and they count on CrowdStrike to keep their businesses running, their communities safe and their lives moving forward. We’re also a mission-driven company. We cultivate a culture that gives every CrowdStriker both the flexibility and autonomy to own their careers. We’re always looking to add talented CrowdStrikers to the team who have limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to our customers, our community and each other. Ready to join a mission that matters? The future of cybersecurity starts with you.
About the Role:
In this role, the Corporate Sales Manager will be responsible for directly managing the Corporate Sales team. The Team will be focused on growth within the segment and complement the success that our existing Enterprise Team have been having. The Corporate Sales Manager will be responsible for recruiting, training and leading a team of sales representatives responsible for growing revenue bookings and CrowdStrike’s market share.
Additionally, the Corporate Sales Manager needs to build go-to-market plans for the growth of our subscription-based Falcon Platform solution, establish sales best practices, overachieve quota while ensuring forecasting and attainment are accurate. We are seeking a candidate that possesses sound leadership, strong communication skills and is passionate about the team’s growth and development. It’s crucial that this Corporate Sales Manager believes in leveraging sales tools to be successful, have proven sales skills (soft selling), highly motivated and sound motivational techniques.
What You’ll Do:
It is integral that the Corporate Sales Manager performs the following responsibilities in order to successfully function within the leadership role:
Ensure the Sales team is the top performing team in the industry, outselling the competition by leveraging our successful value selling model
Develop and execute on territory, team and quarterly planS
Build plans to maximise the growth opportunity for CrowdStrike in XXX
Work with Sales team to maintain a strong pipeline with accuracy in pipeline management and reporting
Manage Account Executives’ professional career development
Ensure team is the best in the industry with frequent sales and product skills training
Generate pipeline of candidates for hiring purposes (keep a warm bench)
Exceed quarterly and annual quotas
Work closely with our Channel Team, Partner community and Distributor
Proficiency navigating within CRM tools (Salesforce)
Formally mentor Account Executives, be a leader and role model
Always thinking outside of the box, constantly motivating team and identifying new ways to grow and develop the Corporate/Commercial business
Keep up to date knowledge of the industry as well as competitive positioning of the company
Work effectively with Senior Leadership team
The Corporate Sales Manager should take on a proactive role, always be on the lookout for ways to improve team productivity, and build a team of ‘hunters’ to strive for net new logos
What You’ll Need:
Proven track record within Corporate Sales Management
Knows how to leverage channel partners to drive successful customer outcomes
Ability to maintain focus on daily schedule, objectives and effectively set priorities
Proven leadership experience in either a direct Management role
A good understanding of cybersecurity technologies
Proven track record in exceeding targets
Experience working in a hyper growth environment with aggressive YOY growth
Demonstrated ability to work well in a highly interactive environment
Evidence of sharing knowledge with peers and working as a member of an effective team
Outstanding communication skills; both verbal and written
Bonus Points:
Cyber Security industry experience
Experience with cloud-native security platforms and solutions
Knowledge of endpoint detection and response (EDR) technologies
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Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:
Market leader in compensation and equity awards
Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs
Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge
Paid parental and adoption leaves
Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role
Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections
Vibrant office culture with world class amenities
Great Place to Work Certified™ across the globe
CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. We support veterans and individuals with disabilities through our affirmative action program.
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