Posted:
3/18/2025, 5:21:03 AM
Location(s):
Bavaria, Germany ⋅ Munich, Bavaria, Germany
Experience Level(s):
Senior
Field(s):
Growth & Marketing ⋅ Sales & Account Management
Workplace Type:
Hybrid
Degreed is the upskilling platform that fuels growth and innovation through lifelong learning. We bring together everything you need to learn and advance—LMSs, courses, videos, articles, projects, and real-world skill insights—and match you with opportunities that align with your skills, role, and goals.
For businesses, Degreed helps build a culture of learning that attracts, develops, and retains top talent—driving both individual and company success.
We believe learning is the key to unlocking opportunities. Our mission is to discover, empower, and celebrate the next generation of global expertise.
Join us in shaping the future of learning and workforce development.
Degreed is seeking a seasoned senior sales director to support our continued growth. Success in this role is defined by pipeline generation, new logo acquisition, and the ability to deliver a defined territory. This position requires close collaboration with various teams, including Alliances and Partnerships, Global Business Solutions, Client Success, and Field Marketing. The role is strategic and hands-on, requiring you to develop and execute your plan As a senior sales director, you will have your territory and be accountable for building and executing a plan. Reporting directly to the RVP of EMEA, you will work closely with a team of high-performing and experienced sales professionals who help our customers develop their workforce with the skills needed for future readiness. Your experience, sales expertise, and customer-facing skills will be instrumental in achieving our goals.
Key Skills
Critical Thinking - Able to take information and translate into something meaningful Sales Excellence - Demonstrate they can run an enterprise sales motion. Solution Selling - Curious in their approach to uncover more vs just feature dump Adaptable - Ability to work under pressure in a constantly changing environment Growth Mindset - Always looking to improve, learn and grow
Key Responsibilities
* Meet and exceed quarterly and annual sales quotas
* Understand the importance of planning on how to develop and win a market.
* The Ability to analyze macro trends and then translate them into opportunities
* Collaborate with GTM teams for alignment with Degreed’s messaging and best practices.
* Customer-obsessed. You deeply understand our client's problems and requirements
* You're viewed as a trusted advisor to your customers.
* Calm under pressure and deliver consistent performance.
* Critical thinking. You can see and communicate the big picture in an inspiring way.
* You are passionate and excited about your work. You have a can-do attitude.
* Adaptability - you can adjust quickly to changing priorities and conditions. Operate well under pressure
* A top performer with a history of success, you understand how to sell solutions, not features.
* You lead with curiosity and are always looking to grow and improve.
* Able to engage with stakeholders across a company and adapt conversations accordingly
We take care of our people with a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your well-being, growth, and success.
View the full details here: https://px.sequoia.com/globalcompanybenefits
🌍 Diversity & Inclusion – We celebrate diverse perspectives and backgrounds, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive and contribute.
📈 Growth Mindset – Learning is at the heart of what we do. We empower our employees to continuously develop their skills and grow their careers in alignment with their unique strengths and aspirations.
🤝 Collaboration – The best ideas come from working together. We cultivate a culture of open communication, teamwork, and shared success.
By joining Degreed, you’ll be part of a community that values learning, collaboration, and meaningful impact. If you’re passionate about driving change through upskilling and workforce transformation, we encourage you to apply and contribute to our mission.
Degreed offers flexible work arrangements tailored to each role. Some positions are fully remote, while others follow a hybrid model for employees near an office. Please check the job details for role-specific requirements.
For remote and hybrid roles, you’ll collaborate virtually using tools like Zoom and Slack. This role may require prolonged computer use and stationary work, with the ability to interpret written and verbal communication effectively.
We are committed to creating an inclusive and adaptable work environment that enables every team member to thrive and do their best work.
Degreed is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.
This policy applies to all aspects of employment, including recruitment, hiring, career development, compensation, and training.
💡 Accessibility & Accommodations
We are dedicated to full inclusion and will provide reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities throughout the hiring process. If you need assistance, please let us know.
🔍 Fair Hiring Practices
In compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
📄 E-Verify Participation
Degreed participates in the E-Verify employment verification program.
If you are applying from certain locations, your data may be processed in accordance with regulations such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA).
For more details on how we process applicant data, please review our Global Data Privacy Notice for:
https://explore.degreed.com/privacy/
https://degreed.zendesk.com/hc/en-us/articles/4409131149458-General-Data-Protection-Regulation-GDPR-Degreed-Update
By submitting your application, you acknowledge and agree to our use and processing of your data in compliance with applicable laws.
Beware of fraudulent recruitment scams using the Degreed name. Scammers may impersonate our company, website, or hiring team.
⚠️ Degreed will never:
❌ Conduct recruitment via WhatsApp, Telegram, or direct-messaging platforms.
❌ Request sensitive personal or financial information in unsolicited communications.
❌ Offer jobs requiring upfront payments or promising unrealistic returns.
✅ Official Degreed communications will always come from a @degreed.com email address or phone number during the hiring process.
If you encounter suspicious activity, please report it immediately. Stay vigilant and protect yourself from fraud.
Website: https://degreed.com/
Headquarter Location: Pleasanton, California, United States
Employee Count: 501-1000
Year Founded: 2012
IPO Status: Private
Last Funding Type: Venture - Series Unknown