Hybrid Executive Director – Head of Sales Strategy

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About the role

  • Partner with S&P DJI leadership to define the sales and retention strategy, ensuring alignment with our Global commercial strategy.
  • Develop and execute the Go-to-Market (GTM) strategy for new products and services.
  • Supervise and report on the execution of sales strategy and performance against targets, course-correcting where needed.
  • Ensure clear and actionable reporting to senior management on the delivery to plan, with effective review and evaluation of launches to drive a culture of improvement and transparency.
  • Design and implement effective sales campaigns to enhance market penetration.
  • Oversee lead generation efforts and optimize conversion processes.
  • Manage relationships with data vendors and strategic partners to maximize value and visibility.
  • Conduct market analysis to identify growth opportunities and competitive advantages.
  • Become a focal point and center of excellence around product communication and knowledge sharing, organizing community calls or other forums.
  • Ensure sales teams understand the top-level S&P DJI strategy and the capabilities delivered for a wide variety of customers.
  • Ensure the team develops and executes a client planning approach mapping key customers, associated wallets, key relationships, and decision-makers and mobilize against this map using appropriate tools (e.g., Salesforce).
  • Lead the Sales Strategy team to achieve sales targets and foster a high-performance culture.
  • Collaborate with internal teams such as client coverage, product management, and marketing to align product offerings with client needs.
  • Engage with clients and industry stakeholders to gather feedback and insights for continuous improvement.

Requirements

  • Over 10 years of proven success in revenue generation roles, preferably within the financial services or index data sectors.
  • Bachelor’s degree; relevant certifications (e.g., CFA) are considered favorably.
  • Languages required: English.
  • Proven management skills and experience in applying sales process knowledge, product knowledge, and industry insight to increase sales and differentiate the brand.
  • Deep understanding of S&P DJI’s value proposition to each client segment and the index data and analytics industry.
  • Strong leadership, strategic thinking, consultative sales, and excellent communication skills.
  • Ability to manage cross-functional teams and build strategic partnerships.
  • Experience conducting market analysis to inform decision-making.
  • Experience designing and executing Go-to-Market (GTM) strategies, sales campaigns, lead generation and conversion optimization.
  • Experience managing relationships with data vendors and strategic partners.
  • Familiarity with tools such as Salesforce (client planning and mobilization).
  • Right to work requirement: role limited to persons with indefinite right to work in the United States.

Benefits

  • Health care coverage designed for the mind and body.
  • Generous time off helps keep you energized for your time on.
  • Access a wealth of resources to grow your career and learn valuable new skills.
  • Competitive pay and retirement planning.
  • Continuing education program with a company-matched student loan contribution.
  • Financial wellness programs.
  • Family Friendly Perks: perks for your partners and little ones, with some best-in class benefits for families.
  • Beyond the Basics: retail discounts and referral incentive awards.
  • Eligible for additional compensation such as an annual incentive bonus.
  • Flexible hours and/or an element of remote working.

Job title

Executive Director – Head of Sales Strategy

Job type

Experience level

Lead

Salary

$200,000 - $235,000 per year

Degree requirement

Bachelor's Degree

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