Gong.io

Director, Enterprise Sales - West Coast

Gong.io$350K — $400K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in software sales with 4+ years managing an enterprise sales team.
  • Proven track record leading high-performing teams in fast-growing SaaS environments.
  • Demonstrated success in exceeding revenue targets as both a leader and contributor.
  • Experience in recruiting, training, and developing sales teams from scratch.
  • Strong communication skills to influence stakeholders at all levels.
  • Expertise in addressing sales leadership challenges in a B2B setting.
  • Comfortable using CRM tools for forecasting and performance management.

Responsibilities

  • Own and enhance sales strategies to boost team efficiency.
  • Lead recruitment and development of Account Executives across regions.
  • Achieve and surpass team revenue and ARR objectives consistently.
  • Assist team in navigating complex sales cycles aligned with customer needs.
  • Develop a scalable and repeatable sales process in collaboration with sales leadership.
  • Remove obstacles and provide support for team success.
  • Track pipeline health and provide accurate performance forecasts.
  • Partner with Marketing, Product, and Customer Success on growth initiatives.
  • Leverage data for decision-making and improvement opportunities.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
  • Flexible wellbeing fund to promote healthy lifestyles.
  • Access to mental health benefits, including therapy and coaching.
  • 401(k) program to aid in retirement planning.
  • Annual education and learning stipend for professional development.
  • Flexible vacation policy to encourage work-life balance.
  • Paid parental leave for family support.
  • Quarterly company-wide recharge days.
  • Work from home stipend to support remote work efficiency.
Full Job Description
As an Enterprise Sales Leader, you will lead the growth of the enterprise segment, shaping and scaling a world-class sales organization by codifying strategy, optimizing execution, and driving long-term business impact. You will lead and grow a team of Enterprise Account Executives, driving revenue growth, team development, and overall success for the Enterprise segment at Gong.

*Looking for someone located in California.
RESPONSIBILITIES
  • Own and drive strategies to improve sales processes, team efficiency, and productivity.
  • Lead, hire, and develop Account Executives across regions.
  • Consistently meet or exceed team revenue and ARR targets.
  • Support team through complex sales cycles by understanding customer needs and aligning them with product value.
  • Define and refine a scalable, repeatable sales process in partnership with sales leadership.
  • Clear obstacles and provide support to help teams succeed.
  • Monitor pipeline health and forecast performance accurately.
  • Collaborate with Marketing, Product, and Customer Success to align on growth initiatives.
  • Use data to identify areas for improvement and guide decision-making.
QUALIFICATIONS
  • 10+ years of experience in software sales, with at least 4+ years of managing a Enterprise sales team within enterprise accounts.
  • Track record of leading high-performing, distributed teams in fast-growth SaaS companies.
  • Proven success in exceeding revenue targets as both a leader and individual contributor.
  • Strong experience in recruiting, training, and developing sales teams from the ground up.
  • Excellent communication skills with the ability to influence at all levels, including VP and C-suite.
  • Deep understanding of sales leadership challenges and how to position value in a B2B environment.
  • Comfortable using CRM and sales tools for forecasting and performance management.
PERKS & BENEFITS
  • We offer Gongsters a variety of medical, dental, and vision plans, designed to fit you and your family's needs.
  • Wellbeing Fund - flexible wellness stipend to support a healthy lifestyle.
  • Mental Health benefits with covered therapy and coaching.
  • 401(k) program to help you invest in your future.
  • Education & learning stipend for personal growth and development.
  • Flexible vacation time to promote a healthy work-life blend.
  • Paid parental leave to support you and your family.
  • Company-wide recharge days each quarter.
  • Work from home stipend to help you succeed in a remote environment.

The annual OTE for this position is $350,000 - $400,000 USD.

Compensation is based on factors unique to each candidate, including, but not limited to, job-related skills, qualification, education, experience, and location. At Gong, we have a location-based compensation structure, which means there may be a different range for candidates in other locations. The total compensation package for this position, in addition to base compensation, may include incentive compensation, bonus, equity, and benefits. Some of our sales compensation programs also offer the potential to achieve above targeted earnings for those who exceed their sales targets.

We are always looking for outstanding Gongsters! So if this sounds like something that interests you regardless of compensation, please reach out. We may have more roles for you to consider and would love to connect.

We have noticed a rise in recruiting impersonations across the industry, where scammers attempt to access candidates' personal and financial information through fake interviews and offers. All Gong recruiting email communications will always come from the [redacted].io domain. Any outreach claiming to be from Gong via other sources should be ignored.

About Gong.io

Gong.io is a software company that provides a platform for sales teams to improve their performance through data-driven insights. The company's platform uses artificial intelligence and machine learning algorithms to analyze sales calls and meetings, providing insights into what works and what doesn't. Gong.io's platform is designed to help sales teams improve their communication skills, identify areas for improvement, and close more deals. The company was founded in 2015 and is based in San Francisco, California.
Learn more about Gong.io
Size
500 employees
Industry
Founded
2015

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