Director, Sales Enablement

Posted:
9/23/2024, 3:15:45 PM

Location(s):
New York, United States ⋅ New York, New York, United States

Experience Level(s):
Senior

Field(s):
Business & Strategy ⋅ Sales & Account Management

Workplace Type:
Hybrid

We are looking for a dynamic and strategic Director of Sales Enablement to join our leadership team. In this role, you will manage a team of 4-5 Sales Enablement professionals while developing and leading our enablement strategy. You will collaborate cross-functionally to drive sales performance and support the overall growth of our organization.

  • This position will be hybrid 

  • Reports to: VP of Revenue Operations

    What You Will Own (Responsibilities)

    • Develop a comprehensive onboarding program that includes company culture, sales processes, product knowledge, and tools.

    • Create a structured ramp plan with clear milestones, performance metrics, and learning checkpoints.  

    • Implement a regular coaching schedule with one-on-one sessions and group workshops to help reps improve their skills.

    • Use performance data to tailor coaching sessions and address individual challenges.

    • Provide access to ongoing training resources and development opportunities, ensuring continuous learning.  

    • Offer leadership development programs for sales directors, focusing on advanced management techniques, strategic thinking, and team growth.

    • Facilitate peer learning groups and establish mentorship opportunities for sales leaders to foster collaboration.  

    • Partner with the product marketing / product teams to deliver in-depth training on new product launches and integrations.

    • Create and maintain product documentation, FAQs, and certification materials that align with the latest updates.

    • Ensure sales reps are well-equipped with knowledge and skills to sell new features and integrations effectively.  

    • Design and maintain dashboards that provide real-time insights into sales performance, from pipeline health to bookings/quota attainment.

    • Generate and distribute regular reports with actionable insights for sales leadership to drive strategic decisions.

    • Analyze key sales metrics to identify trends and areas for improvement.  

    • Create and organize a centralized content repository, ensuring sales reps have easy access to up-to-date materials.  Experience with LMS system management (Seismic preferred)

    • Collaborate with marketing to ensure alignment in messaging, sales strategies, and market conditions.

    • Regularly update content to reflect the latest product and market insights.

    • Lead, coach, and mentor a team of 4-5 Sales Enablement professionals to ensure effective execution of enablement strategies.

    • Set clear goals and expectations for the team, providing regular feedback and development opportunities.

    • Foster a collaborative and results-driven environment to maximize team performance and impact.

    • Schedule regular check-ins with sales leadership to align priorities and address evolving needs.

    • Implement feedback loops to gather input from sales reps and leaders, continuously improving enablement programs.

    • Work cross-functionally with marketing, product, and HR teams to maintain a unified approach to sales enablement.


    What You Will Need to Accomplish the Job (minimum qualifications- education, experience, certifications, skills)

    • 7+ years of experience in sales enablement, training, or a related field, preferably within a SaaS organization.

    • Proven track record of developing and executing successful sales enablement strategies.

    • Strong leadership and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with sales leaders, reps, and cross-functional teams.

    • Experience with sales performance metrics, reporting, and CRM tools (Salesforce preferred).

    • Ability to create impactful training content and a structured enablement framework.

    • Strategic thinker with a hands-on approach to coaching and mentoring.

    • Comfortable working in a fast-paced, high-growth environment.