Head of Direct Sales leading TuxCare’s enterprise Linux and open-source security sales across North America and EMEA. Coaching distributed teams across acquisition, account growth, and renewals.
Responsibilities
Lead TuxCare’s direct sales organization across North America and EMEA
Report to the Chief Revenue Officer
Set and execute direct sales strategy, translating revenue goals and territory plans into team priorities
Lead, coach, and develop Enterprise Account Executives, Account Executives, account management, renewals, and sales development team members
Support active deals by uncovering customer needs, communicating business value, and developing proposals
Support complex and strategic opportunities, including customer conversations, negotiations, and tailored packaging or terms
Drive new business, account growth, and renewals while maintaining a healthy pipeline and accurate forecasts
Review sales results and win/loss trends to identify coaching opportunities
Build relationships with strategic customers and grow TuxCare’s presence in North America and EMEA
Partner with Marketing, Revenue Operations, Product, and Finance on go-to-market execution and customer needs
Hire, onboard, and develop sales talent across North America and EMEA
Represent TuxCare at relevant industry events
Provide regular performance and forecast updates to the CRO and executive team
Requirements
Proven experience leading direct sales teams across North America and EMEA, with a strong record of achieving revenue targets
Required direct sales or sales leadership experience in software supply chain security, software composition analysis (SCA), application security, or DevSecOps
Experience selling enterprise solutions in software supply chain security, SCA, application security, or DevSecOps; general IT or infrastructure software sales alone does not meet this requirement
Hands-on experience selling to buyers concerned with software vulnerabilities, end-of-life systems, compliance, or open-source security
Strong deal-coaching and value-selling skills
Experience with tailored product packaging and dynamic pricing
Ability to turn technical challenges into clear business cases for technical and executive stakeholders
Experience managing new customer acquisition, account growth, and renewal motions
Strong forecasting, pipeline management, negotiation, and presentation skills
Coaching style combining support, clear expectations, and accountability
Familiarity with MEDDPICC or a comparable enterprise sales qualification methodology
Willingness to travel as needed
Benefits
Professional development opportunities for learning and growth
Interesting and challenging projects
Mentor and knowledge-exchange programs
Fully remote work with flexible working hours
Ability to work from any location worldwide
24 days of paid vacation per year
10 days of national holidays
Unlimited sick leave
Compensation for private medical insurance
Co-working reimbursement
Gym/sports reimbursement
Reward for the most innovative idea that the company can patent
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