About this role
We’re in an unbelievably exciting area of tech and are fundamentally reshaping the data storage industry. Here, you lead with innovative thinking, grow along with us, and join the smartest team in the industry.
This type of work—work that changes the world—is what the tech industry was founded on. So, if you're ready to seize the endless opportunities and leave your mark, come join us.
THE ROLE
This role will be supporting and strengthening the sales organization and its pursuit of company objectives through efficient sales processes and tools. The successful candidate will champion close working partnerships with internal key stakeholders to ensure the Commercial sales organization is successful. This position is responsible for driving success within the Commercial sales organization, enabling Commercial sales process and methodologies to ensure Commercial sales results are maximized. In addition, this person should offer insights and drive sales process innovation to the broader business, drive simplification across the business processes and assist in the development and execution of key strategies for growth.
WHAT YOU'LL DO
- Run-the-business cadence to deliver forecast and quarterly results. Reporting – including bridge/gap analysis, waterfall, rep performance (status year to date, forecast, upside, pipeline for balance of fiscal year), slipped deal analysis, etc.
- Keep Regional Sales Director ahead of business issues, specific to forecast and quarterly results, and concerns to proactively address versus reactively address
- Co-lead pipeline pod to drive inspection, identify areas for improvement and project manage actions plans resulting from increased inspection on the pipeline
- Jointly build the plan for growth within the Region, set KPIs to track progress and provide insights into areas of weakness and success
- Develop and lead cross functional initiatives as required by the business
- Coach and mentor sales leaders through rollout of new systems & processes
- Proactively identifies opportunities for sales process improvement
- Be the trusted advisor for the sales team through meaningful leadership, transparent & insightful reporting, and proactive time to resolution(s)
- Drive operational excellence by developing a personal brand of trust, knowledge, and leadership by providing solution/resolutions to problems/challenges
- Excellent communication skills, both oral and written form
- Ability to design and implement processes
- Outstanding at structuring, interpreting, and presenting analysis
- Strong problem solving and collaboration skills
- Provide recommendations on business process improvements
- Own all sales metrics reporting, analysis and action plans
- Support sales teams to resolve conflicts around account management and territory alignment
- Analyze current-state trends compared to historicals and provide recommendations based on forward-looking indicators to provide insights to the Commercial Segment
- We are primarily an in-office environment and therefore, you will be expected to work from the Chicago office in compliance with Pure’s policies, unless you are on PTO, or work travel, or other approved leave.
WHAT YOU BRING
- 10+ years working experience in a Sales Operations, Finance or other analytical role
- Bachelors degree in Business or Finance
- Strong analytical skills is required
- Proficiency in PC skill, particularly in MS Office, Clari and SFDC.
- Advantage for having Tableau skills but not a must
- Excellent communication skills
- Strong interpersonal skill and an ability to work under pressure
#LI-ONSITE
Salary ranges are determined based on role, level and location. For positions open to candidates in multiple geographical locations, the base salary range is reflective of the labor market across the applicable locations.
This role may be eligible for incentive pay and/or equity.
There is no application deadline and we accept applications on an ongoing basis until the job is filled.
WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT FROM US:
- Pure Innovation: We celebrate those who think critically, like a challenge and aspire to be trailblazers.
- Pure Growth: We give you the space and support to grow along with us and to contribute to something meaningful. We have been Named Fortune's Best Large Workplaces in the Bay Area™, Fortune's Best Workplaces for Millennials™ and certified as a Great Place to Work®!
- Pure Team: We build each other up and set aside ego for the greater good.
And because we understand the value of bringing your full and best self to work, we offer a variety of perks to manage a healthy balance, including flexible time off, wellness resources and company-sponsored team events. Check out purebenefits.com for more information.
ACCOMMODATIONS AND ACCESSIBILITY:
Candidates with disabilities may request accommodations for all aspects of our hiring process. For more on this, contact us at [email protected] if you’re invited to an interview.
OUR COMMITMENT TO A STRONG AND INCLUSIVE TEAM:
We’re forging a future where everyone finds their rightful place and where every voice matters. Where uniqueness isn’t just accepted but embraced. That’s why we are committed to fostering the growth and development of every person, cultivating a sense of community through our Employee Resource Groups and advocating for inclusive leadership.
Pure is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, transgender status, sexual stereotypes, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or any other characteristic legally protected by the laws of the jurisdiction in which you are being considered for hire.
JOIN US AND BRING YOUR BEST.
BRING YOUR BOLD.
BRING YOUR FLASH.
Other facts
About Pure Storage
Pure Storage (NYSE: PSTG) uncomplicates data storage, forever. Pure delivers a cloud experience that empowers every organization to get the most from their data while reducing the complexity and expense of managing the infrastructure behind it. Pure’s commitment to providing true storage as-a-service gives customers the agility to meet changing data needs at speed and scale, whether they are deploying traditional workloads, modern applications, containers, or more. Pure believes it can make a significant impact in reducing data center emissions worldwide through its environmental sustainability efforts, including designing products and solutions that enable customers to reduce their carbon and energy footprint. And with a certified customer satisfaction score in the top one percent of B2B companies, Pure's ever-expanding list of customers are among the happiest in the world. For more information, visit www.purestorage.com.
What you'll do
- The role involves supporting the sales organization by enhancing sales processes and tools, driving success within the Commercial sales organization, and developing key strategies for growth. The successful candidate will also provide insights and drive sales process innovation across the business.
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