Senior Director - Sales

Company Description

About Freshworks

Freshworks makes it fast and easy for businesses to delight their customers and employees. We do this by taking a fresh approach to building and delivering software that is affordable, quick to implement, and designed for the end user. Headquartered in San Mateo, California, Freshworks has a global team operating from 13 global locations to serve more than 65,000 companies -- from startups to public companies – that rely on Freshworks software-as-a-service to enable a better customer experience (CRM, CX) and employee experience (ITSM).

Freshworks’ cloud-based software suite includes Freshdesk (omni-channel customer support), Freshsales (sales automation), Freshmarketer (marketing automation), Freshservice (IT service desk), Freshchat (AI-powered bots), supported by Neo, our underlying platform of shared services.

Freshworks is featured in global national press including CNBC, Forbes, Fortune, Bloomberg and has been a BuiltIn Best Place to work in San Francisco and Denver for the last 3 years. Our customer ratings have earned Freshworks products TrustRadius Top Rated Software ratings and G2 Best of Awards for Best Feature Set, Best Value for the Price and Best Relationship.

Job Description

Position Overview:

As the Senior Director of Commercial Sales at Freshworks, responsible for organizations with 250 to 500 employees, you will be at the helm of driving sales growth and expanding our market presence across the Commercial segment globally. Leading a dynamic team, you will spearhead strategic sales initiatives tailored to the unique needs of medium-sized businesses in global markets. Your primary focus will be on crafting and executing strategies to drive revenue growth and optimize sales performance.

This pivotal role demands a seasoned leader with a deep understanding of commercial segment dynamics, a strategic mindset, and a track record of delivering tangible results in sales leadership within the software/SaaS industries. You will play a crucial role in advancing Freshworks' mission with innovative solutions and driving sustainable growth globally.

Requirements:

• 18+ years of demonstrated success in software sales, particularly in the Commercial segment globally.

• Minimum of 5 years in sales management and territory management roles, with a proven ability to cultivate and nurture high-performing sales teams.

• Experience leading teams of 50 or more span, with a focus on driving results through effective coaching and development.

• Proven track record of strategically growing businesses and consistently surpassing sales quotas, at a global scale.

• Proficiency in articulating a clear vision and setting strategic goals for the Commercial sales business, aligning with overall company objectives.

• Strong background in identifying new opportunities within industry verticals and executing expansion strategies tailored to the segment.

• Comprehensive understanding of solution selling methodologies and experience in navigating complex sales cycles, particularly with CXOs.

• Willingness to work in flexible shifts to effectively engage with regional teams and customers.

• Commitment to maintaining operational rigor, including monitoring sales activities, conducting effective reviews, and ensuring forecast accuracy through meticulous CRM management.

• Proactive approach to cross-functional collaboration, working closely with departments such as Marketing, Sales Development, Pre-Sales, Sales Operations, Legal, and Finance to drive cohesive strategies and achieve collective goals.

Additional Information

At Freshworks, we are creating a global workplace that enables everyone to find their true potential, purpose, and passion irrespective of their background, gender, race, sexual orientation, religion and ethnicity. We are committed to providing equal opportunity for all and believe that diversity in the workplace creates a more vibrant, richer work environment that advances the goals of our employees, communities and the business.