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Manager, Inside Sales

At Proofpoint, we have a passion for protecting people, data, and brands from today’s advanced threats and compliance risks. We hire the best people in the business to:

Build and enhance our proven security platformBlend innovation and speed in a constantly evolving cloud architectureAnalyze new threats and offer deep insight through data-driven intelCollaborate with customers to help solve their toughest security challengesWe are singularly devoted to helping our customers protect what matters most. That’s why we’re a leader in next-generation cybersecurity—and why more than half of the Fortune 100 trust us as a security partner.

The Role

This role will lead a team of inside sales professionals driving net new business growth in Enterprise accounts. We are currently looking for a dynamic leader in Draper UT to lead an existing team, as well as adding new members to our already successful group. This person will be responsible for a team of hunters to drive revenue growth, customer satisfaction and portfolio awareness.

Your day-to-day

Guide and motivate a team of Account Executives to drive revenue growth through a positive, high-touch customer experience leveraging proven sales methodologies.Connect Account Executives to key resources and clear roadblocks, enabling them to achieve and/or exceed their revenue goalsMaintain a positive culture that inspires performance and achievementInstill and maintain an integrity based sales process with respect to rep/customer interactionsActively engage attracting and securing top talent for our rapid growth plansProvide training, ongoing coaching and development to Account ExecutivesPrepare and execute a thorough business plan, including planning for both current and future quarter successTrack/report on key performance indicators (KPIs)Prepare and present team forecast to executive managementMaintain internal partnerships with various business units including Sales Engineering and MarketingBecome a perpetual student of Proofpoint products, and the ever-changing Cybersecurity industry!May require modified office/work hours to cover accounts in other time zones, and occasional travel for key accounts

What you bring to the team

2-5 years of experience building and leading high performing inside sales teams with proven successMust have prior quota carrying sales experience, preferably in cybersecurity, software or IT technologyStrong leadership experience, with a focus on training, coaching and motivationExpert knowledge of the full sales cycle, from prospecting, cold calling through to negotiation and closingExperience in solution sales environment, and ideally training/experience in a specific sales methodology such as MEDDIC, Challenger, SPIN Selling, et al.Ability to occasionally function in “Player/Coach” role and assist account executives closing dealsAbility to provide situational coaching and advice and help guide deals to closureAlways maintain positivity and a go getter attitudeTechnical aptitude, and ability to learn new concepts quickly and adopt to changing circumstancesExperience working with Salesforce.com is a mustBachelor's Degree or equivalent experience requiredThis is a hybrid position located in Draper, UT

Why Proofpoint

Protecting people is at the heart of our award-winning lineup of cybersecurity solutions, and the people who work here are the key to our success. We’re a customer-focused and driven-to-win organization with leading-edge products—and many exciting reasons to join our team. We believe in hiring the best the brightest and cultivating a culture of collaboration and appreciation. We are a diverse, multinational company with opportunities in all functions, and leaders that welcome candidates from all walks of life. Apply today and explore your future #LifeAtProofpoint.  

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If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!