Full-Time

Commerical Sales Manager

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Cision

Cision

1,001-5,000 employees

Media distribution and public relations software

Consulting
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$120k - $240kAnnually

+ Commission

Senior

Boston, MA, USA

Hybrid position.

Category
Field Sales
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Lead Generation
Product Management
Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or related field (Master's degree preferred).
  • Minimum of 5 years of similar experience.
  • Proven track record of success in sales leadership roles, preferably in the tech industry.
  • Strong understanding of social media management and insights platforms is highly desirable.
  • Demonstrated experience in building and managing high-performing sales teams.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
  • Strategic thinker with the ability to develop and execute sales strategies.
  • Proficiency in sales CRM software and sales analytics tools.
Responsibilities
  • Lead, motivate, and develop a high-performing sales team.
  • Set clear objectives, provide coaching, and conduct performance evaluations to ensure the team's success.
  • Foster a collaborative and results-oriented team culture focused on exceeding sales goals.
  • Collaborate with sales leadership to develop and implement new business strategies aligned with overall business objectives.
  • Identify market opportunities and define target segments to maximize sales potential.
  • Analyze sales data and trends to drive continuous improvement and optimize sales processes.
  • Collaborate with other sales leaders, including field sales and channel partners, to maximize revenue generation and market penetration.
  • Liaise with product management and marketing teams to provide feedback on market trends, customer requirements, and product enhancements.
  • Manage the new business pipeline, tracking progress and ensuring accurate forecasting.
  • Implement strategies to accelerate the sales cycle and drive conversion rates.
  • Collaborate with other departments, such as customer success and product development, to address customer needs and enhance the sales process.
  • Oversee the generation of outbound prospecting efforts to identify potential sales opportunities.
  • Establish and maintain effective lead generation and qualification criteria and processes.
  • Work closely with marketing to ensure alignment between marketing campaigns and sales efforts.

Cision provides media distribution and public relations software to a variety of clients, including businesses, PR agencies, and media professionals. Their platform allows users to share their stories widely, target specific audiences, and engage effectively with them. Cision is recognized by journalists, influencers, and media outlets around the world, making it a preferred choice for communication needs. The company operates on a subscription-based revenue model, offering different packages to suit various client requirements. Additionally, Cision conducts research, such as the annual State of the Media Report, to deliver valuable insights to its users. It operates in the fields of public relations, media monitoring, and communication analytics, serving both large enterprises and small businesses.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$15.9M

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

1866

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Factmata acquisition positions Cision to combat fake news effectively.
  • New analytics tools increase client satisfaction and retention.
  • Global operations allow Cision to tap into diverse markets and opportunities.

What critics are saying

  • Factmata integration may face operational and cultural challenges.
  • Increasing PR software competition could pressure Cision's market share.
  • Subscription model reliance exposes Cision to financial risks if renewals decline.

What makes Cision unique

  • Cision's acquisition of Factmata enhances its fake news monitoring capabilities.
  • Cision's new analytics dashboards improve demonstration of earned media's business impact.
  • Cision's global presence in 15 countries strengthens its market reach and client base.

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