Forward Financing

Senior Director, Inside Sales

Forward Financing$130K — $180K *
US-AnywhereRemote in United States
Finance & Insurance
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of sales experience; minimum 3 years managing managers.
  • 4+ years in high-volume, short-cycle inside sales management.
  • 3+ years overseeing a department with P&L or quota accountability.
  • Bachelor's Degree required; MBA preferred.
  • Strong analytical skills for interpreting data into sales strategies.
  • Experience in financial services or fintech is advantageous.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills for executive influence.

Responsibilities

  • Drive strategy for direct sales channels to exceed revenue targets.
  • Partner with CRO on sales forecasting and performance analysis.
  • Lead departmental change initiatives with manager buy-in.
  • Leverage analytics to enhance performance and sales processes.
  • Collaborate with Sales Ops and Marketing on new campaigns.
  • Work with Technology to improve sales tools for efficiency.
  • Develop a top-tier sales culture through training and mentorship.
  • Focus on coaching future sales leaders across all levels.

Benefits

  • Comprehensive health benefits package.
  • 401(k) plan with company matching.
  • Flexible work hours and remote work opportunities.
  • Professional development and continual training.
  • Employee wellness programs.
Full Job Description
As the Sr. Director of Inside Sales, you will lead a high-performing organization of 70+ employees, including 8 managers. Reporting directly to the Chief Revenue Officer (CRO), you will own the strategy and execution for three critical channels: Direct-to-Merchant New Sales, Renewals, and Win-Backs. Your mission is to drive sales excellence, foster a high-octane culture, and scale our internal talent to meet the demands of a fast-growing fintech environment.

In this role you will
  • Drive the strategy for direct sales channels to consistently exceed revenue targets and long-term growth KPIs.
  • Partner with the CRO on sales forecasting, company-wide initiatives, and real-time performance analysis.
  • Act as a lead architect for departmental change, ensuring seamless implementation of new processes while maintaining high team buy-in.
  • Leverage analytics to assess individual and departmental performance, evolve sales processes, and design competitive compensation programs.
  • Partner with Sales Ops, Underwriting, and Marketing to launch new campaigns and optimize the customer journey.
  • Collaborate with the Technology team to build and refine tools that drive rep efficiency and automation.
  • Build a world-class sales environment through rigorous performance management, mentorship, and continuous training.
  • Focus on developing the next generation of sales leaders at both the front-line and mid-management levels.
Role Requirements
  • Proven Leadership: 8+ years of sales experience, with at least 3 years managing managers.
  • High-Volume Expertise: 4+ years of experience in short-cycle, high-volume inside sales management.
  • Departmental Ownership: 3+ years of experience overseeing a full department or business unit with P&L or heavy quota accountability.
  • Education: Bachelor's Degree required; MBA preferred.
  • Analytical Rigor: Ability to quickly digest complex data sets and translate them into actionable sales strategies.
  • Industry Background: Experience in financial services or fintech is a significant asset.
  • Communication: Exceptional verbal and written skills with the ability to influence at the executive level.

About Forward Financing

Forward Financing is a Boston-based financial technology company that provides fast, flexible, and reliable financing solutions to small and medium-sized businesses nationwide. The company offers a suite of products including merchant cash advances, revenue-based financing, and lines of credit. Forward Financing was founded in 2012 by a team of experienced entrepreneurs who recognized the need for a more efficient and transparent financing process for small businesses. Since then, the company has provided over $1 billion in funding to thousands of businesses across the United States.
Learn more about Forward Financing
Size
200 employees
Industry
Founded
2012
5 Year Trend
+50%
Revenue
$100 million

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