What are the responsibilities and job description for the Vice President of Sales for Software Company position at gpac?
We are looking for an experienced, dedicated, and analytical VP of Sales to join a software company to take on a wide range of responsibilities, from the daily activities of the sales team to managing large clients.
The VP of Sales responsibilities include having in-depth knowledge and understanding of their market and knowing competitive products. They must also be excellent communicators with excellent customer service skills who can quickly navigate any situation to reach desired goals.
Ultimately, you will work with leaders across the company's sales team to ensure the organization hits all sales and revenue goals.
Responsibilities
- Identify where improvements can be made and developing sales plans and strategies to achieve sales goals
- Work with the marketing department to design print and online promotional materials for the company's products and services
- Recruit and hire sales staff and develop training programs
- Manage sales teams and maintain sales operations
- Outline and manage sales budgets
- Set quarterly and annual sales goals
- Motivate the sales teams to achieve their goals
- Monitor the market and competitor products and activities
- Provide detailed sales forecasting
- Review customer activity, anticipate consumer needs and improve customer satisfaction
Requirements and skills
- Proven work experience as a VP of Sales or similar role within software company
- Bachelor's degree in Business-related field (Master's preferred)
- Minimum 5 years' experience in a software sales leadership position
- Minimum 10 years' experience in software sales
- In-depth knowledge of selling strategies and methods, as well as employee motivation techniques
- Strong working knowledge of the company's products, competitive products, and the market
- Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal and customer service skills
- Great strategic planning, organizational and creative thinking skills
All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, age, color, sex (including pregnancy), religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, military status, genetic information, or any other status protected by applicable laws or regulations.
GPAC (Growing People and Companies) is an award-winning search firm specializing in placing quality professionals within multiple industries across the United States since 1990. We are extremely competitive, client-focused and realize that our value is in our ability to deliver the right solutions at the right time.
