Salesforce

Senior Director, Product Marketing

Salesforce$130K — $180K *
Enterprise Technology
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years in Product Marketing, GTM Strategy, or Sales Enablement leadership roles in enterprise SaaS companies.
  • Proven expertise in solution-selling methodologies for complex platform capabilities.
  • Experience with developer platforms or API-first products, specifically in headless architecture.
  • Strong knowledge of security, compliance, and governance standards in product marketing.
  • Track record of building impactful global enablement programs with measurable outcomes.
  • Experience in leveraging AI tools for content creation and campaign execution to boost efficiency.
  • Exceptional communication and storytelling skills, particularly for executive audiences.
  • Proven leader capable of building high-performing teams in dynamic environments.

Responsibilities

  • Own the end-to-end GTM strategy for the Headless 360 platform.
  • Develop competitive differentiation and value messaging for diverse buyer personas.
  • Lead global sales enablement programs ensuring all sales reps are confident in articulating platform value.
  • Champion a solution-selling approach focused on customer outcomes.
  • Utilize AI tooling to increase marketing content output and scale enablement initiatives.
  • Collaborate across business units to ensure consistent messaging for the Headless 360 platform.
  • Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing product marketing team.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to own GTM strategy in a crucial product area at Salesforce.
  • Visibility and leadership mandate within one of the largest sales organizations.
  • Access to AI-powered tools to enhance productivity and impact.
  • Chance to develop and implement a scalable sales enablement program.
  • Engagement with leading executives in strategic communications.
Full Job Description

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Job Category

Marketing & Communications

Job Details

About the Role

Salesforce Platform is the backbone of the world's most trusted AI-powered enterprise applications—and the team behind it is growing. The Platform Product Marketing team plays a pivotal role in driving the go-to-market strategy for our most strategic product areas, including the Headless 360 platform, which includes Security, Trust, and the broader developer and technical buyer ecosystem.

We are seeking a visionary and energetic Senior Director of Product Marketing to own the GTM strategy and global sales enablement. In this highly visible role, you will arm the entire Salesforce sales organization—from AEs to Solutions Engineers to executive sellers—with the strategy, messaging, and tools they need to win in the market. You will be a champion of solution selling, helping sellers move from feature-based conversations to outcome-driven narratives that connect the Headless 360 platform capabilities to customer business value.


This leader will also be at the forefront of a new era of marketing—one powered by AI. We're looking for someone who embraces AI-powered tooling to become a true marketing maker: shipping faster, creating more, and unlocking new levels of impact without expanding headcount.



Why This Role

This is a rare opportunity to own the GTM strategy for one of Salesforce's most foundational product areas at a moment when Platform—headless, security, and trust capabilities—is becoming a critical differentiator in enterprise deals. You'll have the visibility, the mandate, and the team to make a real impact on how the world's largest sales organization understands and sells the Headless 360 platform.

Key Responsibilities


Platform GTM Strategy

  • Own the end-to-end GTM strategy for the Headless 360 platform, with focused coverage of Security solutions (Shield, Security Center, Privacy Center, Platform Encryption, Backup & Recover, Event Monitoring, and related products) and Developer solutions (incl. Sandboxes, Agentforce Vibes, and related products).

  • Define and lead quarterly by-segment and by-OU GTM plays (Enterprise, Commercial, SMB) in partnership with Sales, Product, and OU leaders globally.

  • Develop a clear Headless 360 platform competitive differentiation and value messaging that resonates with technical buyers, security leaders, and line-of-business executives.

  • Align Headless 360 platform GTM priorities with top global campaigns, product launches, and cross-cloud initiatives.

  • Equip sellers and partners with the assets needed to win opportunities.

  • Own monthly and quarterly measurement of GTM program success, including enablement adoption, pipeline contribution, and win rates.

  • Provide data-driven insights and recommendations to continuously optimize GTM programs.


Sales Enablement at Scale

  • Build and run global enablement programs for the entire sales organization, ensuring every seller can confidently articulate the value of the Headless 360 platform.

  • Develop and deliver enablement content, including bootcamps, onboarding programs, field updates, competitive battlecards, and sales plays tailored by segment, industry, and buyer persona.

  • Partner closely with Sales leadership, Solution Engineering, Technical Architects, Security Architects, and Global Enablement Ops to establish a clear operating cadence with quarterly reviews and measurable KPIs.

  • Create a repeatable enablement engine that scales globally and adapts to evolving competitive dynamics.


Solution Selling Leadership

  • Champion a solution-selling motion across the Headless 360 platform GTM—shifting the conversation from product features to customer outcomes, industry use cases, and measurable business value.

  • Build prescriptive solutions that connect the Headless 360 platform capabilities to buyer pain points across key verticals (Financial Services, Healthcare, Retail, etc.).

  • Develop deal-winning narratives, discovery question guides, and ROI frameworks that help sellers qualify and close Platform opportunities.

  • Partner with Sales and Customer Success to build a customer proof pipeline—case studies, ROI stories, and reference programs—that fuels pipeline and accelerates deal cycles.


AI-Powered Marketing Maker

  • Lead by example as a marketing maker—leveraging AI tooling (generative AI platforms, content automation tools) to dramatically increase content output, campaign velocity, and enablement scale.

  • Build workflows and playbooks that help your team adopt AI tools to produce first drafts, localize content, generate variations, and analyze performance faster than ever.

  • Identify and champion new AI-powered capabilities that improve seller productivity and buyer engagement across the Headless 360 platform GTM motion.


Executive Communications & Leadership Engagement

  • Partner with Product, Marketing, and Sales executives on CKO keynotes, QBRs, and strategic leadership communications.

  • Serve as a trusted voice for the Headless 360 platform GTM in senior-level forums and customer executive briefings.

  • Collaborate cross-functionally with PMM peers, Product Management org, Sales Strategy, Sales Programs, and Enablement Ops to ensure consistent and aligned global execution.


Team Leadership & People Management

  • Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing GTM PMM team.

  • Hire, onboard, and foster top talent; build clear career paths, development plans, and succession frameworks.

  • Foster a culture of clarity, speed, accountability, and inclusion—setting operating rhythms, goals, and regular review cadences.

  • Scale team impacts through clear ownership, streamlined processes, and strong cross-functional partnerships.

Cross-Cloud Collaboration & Messaging Consistency

  • Serve as the connective tissue across Salesforce's GTM marketing organization — actively partnering with GTM Marketing leaders across Sales Cloud, Service Cloud, Commerce Cloud, MuleSoft, Data 360, and other clouds to ensure the Headless 360 platform and security solutions are told consistently and compellingly across every business unit.

  • Lead regular cross-functional syncs with GTM Marketing peers to align on launch timing, campaign integration, field readiness, and joint storytelling opportunities.

  • Identify gaps or inconsistencies in how Headless 360 platform capabilities are represented across clouds and proactively drive resolution through collaboration, not escalation.

Qualifications
  • 10+ years in Product Marketing, GTM Strategy, or Sales Enablement leadership roles, with proven experience at enterprise SaaS companies.

  • Demonstrated expertise in solution-selling methodologies and the ability to translate complex platform capabilities into outcome-driven sales narratives.

  • Experience with developer platforms, headless/composable architecture, or API-first products strongly preferred.

  • Strong background in security, trust, governance, and compliance, product marketing, or the ability to quickly build credibility in this space.

  • Proven track record building global enablement programs at scale with measurable impact on pipeline and win rates.

  • Experience leveraging AI tools and automation to accelerate content creation, campaign execution, and team productivity.

  • Exceptional communication, storytelling, and executive presentation skills.

  • Inspirational leader who builds high-performing teams and thrives in fast-paced, cross-functional environments.

  • Ability to simplify technically complex concepts for a range of audiences—from developers to C-suite executives.

  • Bachelor's degree required; MBA or equivalent experience a plus.

About Salesforce

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Salesforce Careers

Joining Salesforce means becoming part of a dynamic, global team of professionals who are deeply committed to driving customer success and innovation. As the world's leading Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platform, Salesforce offers unparalleled job opportunities in technology and consulting, making it an ideal place for ambitious individuals looking to make a significant impact.

Work You'll Do

At Salesforce, every position is a chance to leverage your skills and creativity to transform businesses and industries. Our diverse team of experts collaborates to deliver cutting-edge solutions that foster growth and enhance leadership capabilities. By joining our team, you'll be at the forefront of digital innovation, using Salesforce's powerful platform to help clients navigate their transformation journeys.

Innovate and Lead

Salesforce is not just a company; it's a community where you can lead with your ideas and see them come to life. Our culture of innovation encourages you to challenge the status quo and push the boundaries of what's possible. With Salesforce, you'll work alongside leaders in technology and business who are committed to your growth and professional development.

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Whether you're looking for an internship, a full-time position, or leadership roles, Salesforce provides a wealth of opportunities to advance your career. Our commitment to professional growth is reflected in our robust training programs, including leadership development and diversity training, designed to help you excel at every stage of your career.

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Salesforce prides itself on a culture that values diversity, teamwork, and open communication. We believe that our strength lies in our people, and we're committed to creating an environment where everyone can thrive. Joining our team means being part of a supportive community that encourages networking and collaboration.

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