Regional Sales Director, Central Canada (Ontario)

About Us:

Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people data and AI agents connect across email cloud and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortunelarge enterprises and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats prevent data loss and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.

How We Work:

At Proofpoint youll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values:

Bold in how we dream and innovate

Responsive to feedback challenges and opportunities

Accountable for results and best in class outcomes

Visionary in future focused problem-solving

Exceptional in execution and impact

Corporate Overview
Proofpoint is a leading cybersecurity company protecting organizations greatest assets and biggest risks: their people. With an integrated suite of cloud-based solutions Proofpoint helps organizations around the world stop targeted threats safeguard their data and build resilience against modern cyberattacks.
More than half of the Fortune 1000and organizations of all sizes across the globetrust Proofpoint to deliver people-centric security and compliance across email cloud social media and the web.
We are singularly devoted to protecting what matters most.
Protection Starts with People. Proofpoint.

The Role
Proofpoint is seeking a results-driven Enterprise Sales Leader to lead and scale our Canadian sales organization. This leader will be accountable for driving predictable revenue growth embedding strong repeatable sales processes and building a high-performance culture focused on execution.

This is a hands-on customer-facing leadership role with direct involvement in strategy execution and closing complex enterprise opportunities. You will lead coach and develop a team of Named Account Managers while ensuring alignment across partners marketing and the broader Proofpoint ecosystem.

What Youll Do

• Own and execute the regional growth strategy translating corporate objectives into clear actionable territory and account plans
• Establish and enforce strong sales discipline including pipeline management forecasting rigor deal inspection and consistent execution of Proofpoints sales methodology
• Lead coach and develop a team of high-performing Named Account Managers driving accountability talent growth and sustained results
• Engage directly with customers and prospects personally influencing and closing key strategic deals
• Build and expand executive-level relationships with enterprise customers across the region
• Define and execute a partner-led growth strategy working closely with channel partners to drive incremental pipeline and revenue
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Sales Engineering Marketing Professional Services and Customer Success to accelerate adoption and long-term customer value
• Maintain deep awareness of competitive dynamics market trends and emerging cybersecurity needs to sharpen positioning and deal strategy
• Role requirement: Must reside in the Greater Toronto Area.

What You Bring

• 5 years of experience leading distributed high-performing enterprise field sales teams
• Proven ability to build and scale effective sales processes that deliver forecast accuracy and consistent growth
• Experience selling enterprise SaaS and/or cybersecurity solutions (strongly preferred)
• Strong track record of driving new business expanding strategic accounts and closing complex multi-stakeholder deals
• Demonstrated success selling into large Canadian enterprises including TSX-listed organizations
• Deep understanding of modern cybersecurity and cloud technology trends
• Strong executive presence with exceptional consultative selling and communication skills
• Ability to design and execute demand generation strategies in partnership with marketing
• Data-driven mindset with strong business planning pipeline management and forecasting discipline
• Experience driving outbound prospecting motions and coaching teams to do the same
• Bilingual (English / Canadian French) is an asset

Why Proofpoint
Protecting people is at the core of what we doand the people who work here make that mission possible. Proofpoint is a customer-focused high-performance organization with industry-leading technology global reach and a strong commitment to innovation.
We believe in hiring the best and the brightest fostering a culture of collaboration accountability and inclusion. We value culture add and encourage people from all backgrounds to bring their perspectives and experiences to help us win together.
Explore your future at Proofpoint.
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Why Proofpoint

At Proofpoint we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons youll love working with us:

• Competitive compensation

• Comprehensive benefits

• Career success on your terms

• Flexible work environment

• Annual wellness and community outreach days

• Always on recognition for your contributions

• Global collaboration and networking opportunities

Our Culture:

Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging empower purpose and drive success-every day for everyone.

We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds experiences and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process please reach out to .

How to Apply

Interested Submit your application along with any supporting information- we cant wait to hear from you!