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Director of Global Sales Compensation Strategy

SalesSalesFull TimeRemoteLeadTeam 1,001-5,000Since 2016H1B SponsorCompany SiteLinkedIn

Location

United States

Posted

5 days ago

Salary

$170K - $200K / year

Seniority

Lead

Bachelor Degree7 yrs expEnglishSalesforceTableau

Job Description

• Own the global sales compensation strategy and roadmap • Translate corporate priorities into incentive levers that drive GTM outcomes • Lead modeling, design and deployment of simple, scalable sales compensation plans, SPIFFs, and recognition programs that are in general alignment with best practices • Develop new incentive frameworks that improve sales performance • Serve as an advisor to senior GTM and executive leadership • Drive scalable processes/systems and governance between Salesforce.com and the Performio commission system • Work in close collaboration with Finance on a monthly and quarterly basis to ensure timely and accurate commissions calculations • Conduct market research and competitive analyses to maintain program effectiveness • Manage high-impact compensation projects and process improvements • Maintain and evolve the quarterly quota agreements, sales compensation plan, related policies and rules of engagement • Oversee plan documentation, approvals, and signatures • Own creation and maintenance of sales compensation training materials • Deliver streamlined sales new hire and ongoing training for sales compensation programs so the revenue teams have a clear understanding of how they are compensated • Own compensation escalations beyond Finance or shared services teams • Lead sales compensation committee to resolve escalations for splits or other commissions

Job Requirements

  • 7+ years of sales compensation experience, including leadership responsibility
  • Proficient with Salesforce, commission systems (including Performio), and BI tools like Tableau
  • Solid understanding of SaaS GTM models and the financial drivers behind new business, renewals, and expansion
  • Known as a sales compensation SME with experience partnering across GTM, Finance, and HR
  • Experience managing and developing direct reports
  • Able to set and execute multi-year compensation strategies that support business goals
  • Global compensation experience, including working across regions and time zones
  • Strong balance of strategic thinking and attention to detail
  • Advanced Excel user with strong analytical and modeling skills
  • Takes full ownership of responsibilities and follows through reliably
  • Strong communication skills, including presenting insights and recommendations to leadership
  • BA/BS in an analytical field is a plus
  • MBA or advanced degree (preferred)

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation, plus all full-time employees participate in our ownership program - because everyone should have a stake in our success.
  • Flexible work culture. Our remote, hybrid and in-office collaboration spaces vary by role, team and location.
  • Generous time off, including local holidays and our annual “Dim the Lights” period in late December, when teams are encouraged to step back and recharge based on departmental needs.
  • Comprehensive wellness programs and mental health support
  • Annual learning and development stipends to support your growth
  • The technology and tools you need to do your best work — typically a Mac, with PC options available in some locations
  • Motivosity employee recognition program
  • A culture rooted in inclusivity, support, and meaningful connection

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