Senior Sales Manager, Growth
<h2 class="p1"><span class="s1">Role Description</span></h2> <p><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m">As a Sales Manager on the Growth team, you will play a critical role in leading Dropbox’s shift from a PLG-led motion to a hybrid PLG → SLG model.</span> <span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m">You will lead a team responsible for driving expansion across our install base, while also helping define how we sell newer products like Dash. This role requires a balance of leadership, execution, and problem-solving. You will be expected to drive results today while building the operating rigor and sales motion needed for tomorrow. </span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m">This is not a</span> <span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m h-ldquo">“run</span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m"> the playbook” role. You will help install the standards, coaching, and discipline required to evolve how the team sells, engages customers, and closes complex, multi-product deals.</span></p> <h2 class="p1"><span class="s1">Responsibilities</span></h2> <ul> <li><span class="thread-439164082919439784340030 attrcomment attrcommentfirst thread-439164082919439784340030-first author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m"><span class="comment-extra-inner-span">Lead a team responsible for expansion, upsell and cross-sell revenue across both transactional and enterprise motions</span></span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m">Drive pipeline generation through outbound activity, account expansion, and partner engagement</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m">Ensure the team is not reliant on renewals by building a strong culture of proactive pipeline creation</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qovvunz66z4z78z1dz79zz78zpz90z2z69z2z77z1gf3naz73zz122ze6j5sjz73z">Maintain high standards for pipeline quality, deal progression, and execution</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qovvunz66z4z78z1dz79zz78zpz90z2z69z2z77z1gf3naz73zz122ze6j5sjz73z">Enforce rigorous qualification and deal inspection frameworks</span> <span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qovvunz66z4z78z1dz79zz78zpz90z2z69z2z77z1gf3naz73zz122ze6j5sjz73z h-lparen">(e.g.,</span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qovvunz66z4z78z1dz79zz78zpz90z2z69z2z77z1gf3naz73zz122ze6j5sjz73z"> MEDDPICC, SPICED)</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qovvunz66z4z78z1dz79zz78zpz90z2z69z2z77z1gf3naz73zz122ze6j5sjz73z">Lead accurate, accountable forecasting and uphold a high bar for deal validity</span></li> <li><span class="thread-191398886564973542394386 attrcomment attrcommentfirst thread-191398886564973542394386-first author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qovvunz66z4z78z1dz79zz78zpz90z2z69z2z77z1gf3naz73zz122ze6j5sjz73z"><span class="comment-extra-inner-span">Coach reps on value-based selling, focusing on customer problems, impact, and differentiation</span></span> <span class="thread-191398886564973542394386 attrcomment author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m h-lparen"><span class="comment-extra-inner-span">(experience</span></span><span class="thread-191398886564973542394386 attrcomment author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m"><span class="comment-extra-inner-span"> with Command of the Message or other frameworks preferred) </span></span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qovvunz66z4z78z1dz79zz78zpz90z2z69z2z77z1gf3naz73zz122ze6j5sjz73z">Drive transformation by refining ICP, messaging, and GTM for evolving products</span> <span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qovvunz66z4z78z1dz79zz78zpz90z2z69z2z77z1gf3naz73zz122ze6j5sjz73z h-lparen">(e.g.,</span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qovvunz66z4z78z1dz79zz78zpz90z2z69z2z77z1gf3naz73zz122ze6j5sjz73z"> Dash)</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qovvunz66z4z78z1dz79zz78zpz90z2z69z2z77z1gf3naz73zz122ze6j5sjz73z">Enable multi-product, platform-oriented selling across complex enterprise deals</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qovvunz66z4z78z1dz79zz78zpz90z2z69z2z77z1gf3naz73zz122ze6j5sjz73z">Collaborate cross-functionally with </span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m">Product, Marketing, Customer Success, Solutions teams</span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qovvunz66z4z78z1dz79zz78zpz90z2z69z2z77z1gf3naz73zz122ze6j5sjz73z"> and leverage partners to accelerate pipeline and influence GTM strategy</span></li> </ul> <h2 class="p1"><span class="s1">Requirements</span></h2> <ul> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m">3–5+ years of sales leadership experience with an additional 6+ years of quota-carrying sales experience</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m">Proven track record of driving pipeline generation and closing complex, enterprise SaaS deals</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m">Deep experience with structured sales methodologies such as MEDDPICC, SPICED, or similar</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m">Strong background in value selling frameworks such as Command of the Message or equivalent</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m">Experience selling multi-product or platform-based enterprise solutions</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m">Demonstrated success in outbound-driven environments and building pipeline from scratch</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m">Hands-on leader who actively engages in deals, coaching, and execution</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m">Strong deal inspector—able to quickly assess deal quality and coach reps to improve</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m">High accountability leader who sets and enforces clear standards</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m">Comfortable leading through ambiguity and driving change</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m">Strong executive presence with the ability to engage senior stakeholders internally and externally</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m">Strong command of Salesforce and modern sales tools</span> <span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m h-lparen">(Gong,</span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m"> Outreach, Sales Navigator, etc.)</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m">Data-driven approach to forecasting, pipeline management, and performance tracking</span></li> </ul> <h2>Preferred Qualifications</h2> <ul> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m">Experience in a transformation environment</span> <span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m h-lparen">(PLG</span><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m"> → SLG or similar)</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m">Background in startup or high-growth companies</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m">Experience selling or leading teams selling AI or productivity tools</span></li> <li><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qotuz85zbserz76zbpe7snpz73zo7z78z5z74zz79zz71zz81zp70z79zz66zt8m">Track record of developing top-performing sales talent</span></li> </ul> <h2 data-usually-unique-id="044234883370604133046166"><span class=" author-d-1gg9uz65z1iz85zgdz68zmqkz84zo2qowz81zqz90zkz74zz76zeez80zz68zz89zz88zvqz86zuxlz73zexxz80zz73z6d6z72zz79zsz77z">Compensation</span></h2><div class="content-pay-transparency"><div class="pay-input"><div class="description"><p><span style="font-size: 16px;">US Zone 1</span></p> <p><span style="font-size: 16px;">This role is not available in Zone 1</span></p></div><div class="title">US Zone 2</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$273,500</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$370,100 USD</span></div></div><div class="pay-input"><div class="title">US Zone 3</div><div class="pay-range"><span>$243,100</span><span class="divider">—</span><span>$328,900 USD</span></div></div></div>