Full-Time

Sales Director

AI & Adtech

Posted on 7/25/2025

Lavendo

Lavendo

1-10 employees

Specializes in startup sales recruitment

Compensation Overview

$280k - $325k/yr

+ Uncapped Commission

New York, NY, USA

In Person

5 days/week in NYC office.

Category
Sales & Account Management (1)
Requirements
  • 8-15 years of digital advertising sales experience in high-growth environments
  • Consistent quota attainment (100%+) with 70%+ outbound prospecting
  • Direct brand sales experience (not agency-focused) with enterprise and mid-market clients
  • Deep understanding of digital advertising ecosystems, YouTube AdSense, and creator integrations
  • Experience with programmatic ad sales, DSPs, and performance marketing platforms
  • Proven ability to present to and influence C-level executives
  • Strong analytical skills with experience in data-driven sales optimization
  • Bachelor's degree from a reputable institution
Responsibilities
  • Own the full sales cycle (from systematic outbound prospecting to close), with $100K+ ACV and a 3+ month cycle
  • Build and maintain relationships with C-level marketing executives at major consumer brands
  • Educate prospects on creator-led advertising ROI and measurement capabilities
  • Develop replicable playbooks for the expanding sales organization
  • Partner directly with founders and leadership to refine sales processes and messaging
  • Contribute to product roadmap discussions based on market feedback
Desired Qualifications
  • Track record of promotions and recognition

Lavendo specializes in sales recruiting services for startups, helping them find and attract top sales talent. Our experienced team understands the unique challenges startups face and provides tailored solutions to meet their hiring needs. With a proven track record and expertise in the industry, we help startups build high-performing sales teams to drive growth and success. Connect with us to learn how Lavendo can elevate your sales recruitment strategy. Visit our website for more information.

Company Size

1-10

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

N/A

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2021

Simplify Jobs

Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Flat pricing with no upfront payment lowers financial barriers for startups.
  • Specialized in diverse sales roles tailored to startup needs.
  • Based in San Francisco, leveraging strong local startup market knowledge.

What critics are saying

  • Competition from large firms like Robert Half threatens market share within 18 months.
  • Small team size limits scalability and risks operational resilience.
  • Economic downturns cause high client churn and revenue volatility for Lavendo.

What makes Lavendo unique

  • Lavendo reduces hiring costs by 75-80% compared to traditional agencies.
  • They guarantee a fast 2 to 4 weeks time-to-fill for sales roles.
  • Lavendo offers direct access to the top 5% of US sales professionals.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Company Match

Paid Vacation

Flexible Work Hours

Remote Work Options

Performance Bonus

Equity

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