Sales Manager (New Zealand Territory)
Job Summary
When you join one of our teams youll be part of a nimble group thats empowered to set ambitious goals and move fast to achieve them. Strategic risks are encouraged and complex problems are solved by collaborating and iterating until the best solution comes to light. You wont have to look to find growth opportunities theyll find you. From retail to government to healthcare were on a mission to bring humanity connection and empathy back to business. Join over 5000 people across the globe who think thats work worth doing.
Why We Have This Role
How Youll Find Success
- Builds and nurtures strong relationships by masterfully mapping and engaging multiple stakeholders within accounts to establish lasting partnerships.
- Skilled negotiator who balances professionalism and strategy to successfully close complex deals.
- Employs a multi-selling approach driving simultaneous engagement with diverse business stakeholders to create cross-functional opportunities.
- Demonstrates empathetic competitivenesspersistent in pursuing goals yet understanding and collaborative with others.
- Entrepreneurial mindset; takes initiative and works independently with full ownership to deliver expected outcomes.
- Communicates clearly and effectively at all levels to build trust and foster teamwork across your sales organization.
How Youll Grow
- Lead and scale a dedicated sales team responsible for the full New Zealand territory deepening your leadership and talent development skills.
- Gain experience executing strategic sales plans tailored to a unique regional market.
- Expand your knowledge of Qualtrics Experience Management solutions and enhance your ability to position them against competitors.
- Develop skills in managing complex sales cycles contract negotiations and cross-functional deal coordination.
- Collaborate with global and regional teams broadening your influence and strengthening your professional network.
Things Youll Do
- Lead coach and develop a team of four Account Executives and Enterprise sellers focused on New Zealand revenue growth.
- Establish and maintain a disciplined operating rhythm to manage sales pipeline forecast performance and track key metrics.
- Recruit retain and nurture a high-potential sales team with a strong performance history.
- Provide training and mentoring on complex sales strategies including collaboration with legal product and internal stakeholders.
- Develop strong relationships with clients and prospects at all organizational levels throughout the sales cycle.
- Manage complex contract negotiations and act as an executive sponsor on key deals to ensure successful closure.
- Maintain a deep and current understanding of Qualtrics platform and the competitive landscape to craft win-based proposals and pricing strategies.
- Foster strong collaboration with internal teams such as Professional Services Implementation and Subject Matter Experts to support large enterprise engagements.
- Lead the team through change and growth within a fast-evolving business environment using entrepreneurial problem-solving.
What Were Looking For On Your Resume
- Proven sales leader with 8-10 years of individual enterprise-level SaaS sales experience and a minimum of 3 years managing sales teams.
- Experience leading a sales team in the Sydney region or managing remote teams focused on New Zealand.
- Strong record of exceeding team sales quotas via metrics-driven coaching and management.
- Expertise in handling complex contract negotiations and multi-stakeholder sales cycles.
- Proficient in MEDDPICC or an equivalent sales methodology and experienced in for pipeline and performance management.
- Excellent communication skills with ability to build trust and influence senior stakeholders.
- Demonstrated adaptability positive leadership style and strong operating discipline.
What You Should Know About This Team
- Collaborative and motivated team culture that thrives on meritocracy and high performance.
- A strong focus on customer satisfaction and innovation drives continuous improvement.
- Fast-paced dynamic environment where prioritization and focus enable success.
- Encouragement and support for individual creativity and contribution across all levels.
- Commitment to professional growth and career development within a global organization.
Our Teams Favorite Perks and Benefits
- Competitive salary plus uncapped commissions and accelerators to reward excellence.
- Comprehensive private health insurance including medical and extras coverage.
- Annual $2800 Experience Bonus to support memorable personal experiences.
- Additional 5 days of Experience Leave yearly to promote work-life balance.
- Flexible hybrid working model: 3 days in the Sydney office 2 days remote.
- Catered lunches and a well-stocked kitchen at the Sydney office to foster team connection.
Required Experience:
Manager
Key Skills
About Company
The Qualtrics Platform and our specialized AI uncovers insights, prioritizes actions, and empowers everyone to improve customer & employee experiences.