Job summary
Job post source
This job is from a recruiting firm hiring for a separate company.
Job overview
The Sr Director Strategic Sales role involves leading strategic sales efforts to drive business growth and build a high-performing sales team for the client company.
Responsibilities and impact
The role requires developing and executing demand generation strategies, leading market segmentation analysis, building customer relationships, and guiding the salesforce to meet growth targets.
Experience and skills
Candidates should have 10+ years in sales or related roles, 7+ years of leadership experience, a bachelor's degree, and skills in go-to-market strategies, revenue growth, team leadership, and communication.
Career development
The company encourages professional development, personal growth, and recognition of individual contributions, offering opportunities to work with industry professionals.
Work environment and culture
The company values innovation, sustainable progress, and a forward-thinking environment that nurtures growth and quality.
Company information
The client company has over 100 years of industry experience, is a global leader in diverse markets, and is a pioneer in the IoT revolution focused on innovation and sustainability.
Job location and travel
The position is ideally based in Atlanta, US, with a travel requirement of 50%.
Application process
Interested candidates should contact Lola Hall at lola.hall@fmctalent.com for more information or to apply.
Company overview
FMC Talent is a specialized recruitment agency that focuses on sourcing top-tier professionals for various industries, including medical technology, engineering, and industrial sectors. They generate revenue through recruitment fees paid by companies seeking to fill high-level positions. Established in 1988, FMC Talent has built a reputation for its personalized approach and deep industry knowledge, ensuring a strong match between candidates and employers. Their extensive network and expertise make them a trusted partner for both job seekers and hiring companies.
How to land this job
Tailor your resume to highlight over 10 years of sales and business development experience, emphasizing your leadership roles and success in driving revenue growth and building high-performing teams, as these are critical for the Senior Director Strategic Sales role at FMC Talent.
Focus on showcasing your expertise in go-to-market channel strategies, including direct sales, distribution, and system integrators, and your ability to develop and execute demand generation strategies aligned with long-term business goals.
Apply through multiple platforms such as FMC Talent's corporate careers page, LinkedIn, and other job boards where the position is listed to increase your chances of visibility and consideration.
Connect with professionals in FMC Talent's strategic sales or business development divisions on LinkedIn; use ice breakers like commenting on recent company initiatives in IoT innovation or asking about their experience leading sales teams in complex markets to start meaningful conversations.
Optimize your resume for ATS by incorporating keywords from the job description such as 'strategic sales,' 'demand generation,' 'go-to-market strategies,' 'revenue growth,' and 'team leadership' to ensure your resume passes initial automated screenings.
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