Full-Time

Director of Sales Strategy and Operations

Posted on 11/19/2024

Verkada

Verkada

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides integrated security solutions for enterprises

Enterprise Software
Cybersecurity

Compensation Overview

$220k - $280kAnnually

+ Sales Incentives + Discretionary Bonuses + Equity (RSUs)

Senior

San Mateo, CA, USA

Category
Strategic Account Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
SQL
Salesforce
Data Analysis
Excel/Numbers/Sheets
Requirements
  • Minimum of 6-8 years of experience in sales strategy, sales operations, or a related role, with a focus on Mid-Market or similar segments.
  • 2-3+ years experience in strategy consulting, investment banking, private equity, or corporate strategy highly preferred.
  • Proven leadership capabilities, with experience in managing and developing high-performing teams.
  • Strong understanding of sales operations and technology sales organization operations.
  • Strategic mindset with strong business acumen and the ability to think holistically about sales and financial objectives in order to drive revenue growth.
  • High degree of adaptability and comfort working in a fast-paced, dynamic environment while juggling multiple priorities.
  • Strong analytical skills with the ability to translate data into actionable insights and strategies. Experience with CRM systems (Salesforce) and Excel / Google Sheets are a must; SQL, and BI tools strongly preferred.
  • Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to effectively influence stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
  • Bachelor’s degree in Business, Marketing, Finance, or a related field; MBA or advanced degree preferred.
Responsibilities
  • Lead and grow a high-performing Sales Strategy and Operations team. Provide mentorship, coaching, and professional development opportunities to team members, which are distributed across multiple offices. Foster a collaborative and inclusive team culture that encourages continuous learning and growth.
  • Serve as the strategy and operational lead for the Mid-Market Sales organization. Partner with Sales leadership to identify, evaluate, and operationalize strategic levers to drive growth across the organization. Utilize historical data, market trends, and sales funnel analysis to provide insights that help the organization evaluate new initiatives and programs.
  • Implement best practices and new solutions to enhance sales efficiency and effectiveness. Lead initiatives to identify pain points, streamline sales processes, reduce friction, and improve the overall sales experience for the Sales team. Stay abreast of industry developments and tooling solutions to ensure Verkada remains at the forefront of sales operations excellence.
  • Develop and maintain a robust sales performance reporting framework to track progress against targets and identify areas for improvement. Provide actionable insights and recommendations based on data analysis to drive sales productivity and effectiveness. Build self-service tools and regularly review progress to goal with Sales leaders to ensure alignment and accountability.
  • Collaborate with senior executives, Finance, Sales, and Sales Operations to develop and maintain multi-year divisional operational models to drive headcount, quota capacity, and expense management across the sales divisions. Track performance against those targets and provide accurate and timely reporting, trends, and areas for improvement. Collaborate with Sales leaders to operationalize P&Ls and make high ROI investment decisions that drive growth within cost constraints.
  • Partner with the broader Sales and Sales Operations stakeholders to design and implement compensation and incentive programs, segmentation and account strategies, and other programs. Regularly evaluate and adjust programs to support sales effectiveness.
  • Collaborate with Sales, Finance, Marketing, Product, Supply Chain, and Sales Operations teams to ensure seamless coordination and alignment of strategies and objectives. Partner with cross-functional stakeholders to design and operationalize programs within the Inside Sales organization. Act as a trusted advisor to Sales leadership, providing insights and recommendations to drive business growth, operational efficiency, and profitability.

Verkada offers security solutions for businesses, focusing on hybrid cloud video surveillance, access control systems, and environmental sensors. Their video surveillance combines on-site cameras with cloud storage for secure and accessible monitoring, while the access control system provides insights into facility access. Verkada's products are designed to be easy to manage and scalable, making them suitable for large enterprises and institutions. The company aims to deliver comprehensive security management through hardware sales and subscription-based software services.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$431.8M

Headquarters

San Mateo, California

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

13%

2 year growth

55%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Verkada's rapid international expansion, including into the DACH region, indicates strong market demand and growth potential.
  • The launch of AI-powered search capabilities enhances the efficiency and effectiveness of their security solutions, making them more attractive to enterprise clients.
  • Partnerships with organizations like The 'I Love U Guys' Foundation and HiveWatch demonstrate Verkada's commitment to community safety and innovative security solutions.

What critics are saying

  • The enterprise security market is highly competitive, with major players like Cisco and Honeywell posing significant threats.
  • Rapid expansion and numerous integrations may lead to operational challenges and potential service disruptions.

What makes Verkada unique

  • Verkada's hybrid cloud approach combines on-site hardware with cloud-based storage, offering a unique blend of security and accessibility that many competitors lack.
  • The seamless integration of video surveillance with access control systems provides a comprehensive security solution that is more cohesive than standalone products.
  • Achieving FedRAMP Ready status highlights Verkada's commitment to high security standards, making it a trusted choice for public sector clients.

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Benefits

Generous company paid medical, dental & vision insurance coverage

Unlimited paid time off & 11 companywide paid holidays

Wellness allowance

Commuter benefits

Healthy lunches and dinners provided daily

Paid parental leave policy & fertility benefits