Sales Director

    Shield 1

    🇩🇪 Germany
    Remote
    SaaS
    Hybrid
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    Posted 2 weeks ago
    Work Type

    Remote

    Vertical

    SaaS

    Source

    arbeitnow

    Language

    🇩🇪 German

    About this role

    SHIELD is a device-first fraud intelligence platform built on the world’s most persistent device identification technology across applications and platforms.Powered by SHIELD AI and patented technology (SHIELD Sentinel), SHIELD sets the global standard for device identification (SHIELD Device ID) and exposes the full range of fraud tools and techniques through more than 20 risk indicators, delivering real-time, actionable fraud intelligence across all use cases and industries worldwide.Trusted by global unicorns including inDrive, Alibaba, Deliveroo, Meesho, TrueMoney, Unico ID and OLX, SHIELD operates with teams across Los Angeles, São Paulo, London, Berlin, Jakarta, Bangkok, Bengaluru, Beijing and Singapore, advancing our mission: to eliminate unfairness and enable trust for the world.

    ResponsibilitiesYou will have the opportunity to join us as we grow into new markets.

    Harnessing your industry knowledge and network of regional contacts, you will proactively hunt for new leads using online and offline channels and convert them into long-term clients.Hunt for new clients using social channels and cold calling as well as leveraging your current network of contactsCreate, develop, and execute an effective sales strategy that will ensure a high-quality pipeline and close ratePromote and pitch SHIELD at leading industry eventsStay up to date on the latest market, competitor, and client developmentsWork with various internal teams to ensure cross-functional collaboration to drive better customer satisfaction

    RequirementsMinimum 7 years’ experience in enterprise, SaaS, or cyber security salesRelevant experience covering the Europe marketAbility to communicate complex technical information to a non-technical audienceStrong demonstrated capability in converting prospects to qualified dealsA self-motivated, target-driven individual who enjoys the rush of business development and salesFind Jobs in Germany on Arbeitnow

    Selling Motion

    Sales Cycle

    Enterprise

    6–18 month cycles, complex multi-stakeholder deals

    Prospecting

    Channel / Partner

    Sell through partners, resellers, or alliances

    Buyer Persona

    C-Suite

    Selling to executive decision-makers

    Territory

    Geographic

    Region-based territory assignment

    Requirements at a Glance

    Experience·7+ years required
    Bachelor's Degree·Required
    Cold Calling·Required skill

    Typical Day — Sales Rep

    Stakeholder meetings3–5/week
    Proposals & business cases1–2/week
    Pipeline managementDaily

    Estimates based on role type and selling motion — actual may vary by company.

    SaaS — Interview Intel

    Typical Sales Cycle

    30–90 days (SMB) · 3–9 months (Mid-Market) · 6–18 months (Enterprise)

    Common Buyer Objections

    • "We're locked into a contract with [competitor]"
    • "We built something in-house already"
    • "We don't have budget until next quarter"
    • "Our team won't adopt another tool"

    Key Industry Metrics

    ARR / MRRNet Revenue Retention (NRR)CAC Payback PeriodLogo Churn vs Revenue ChurnACV (Avg Contract Value)Magic Number

    Hot Topics to Reference

    • • AI-native product disruption
    • • PLG vs sales-led motion debate
    • • Vertical SaaS consolidation
    • • Usage-based pricing models

    Use these insights to speak the buyer's language in interviews.

    Tags

    Sales
    Computer Software
    Remote
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    How do you coach underperforming reps?

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    Describe your forecasting methodology.

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    How do you structure onboarding for new hires?

    Template question
    Research Shield 1's product, recent news, and key competitors
    Prepare metrics: quota attainment %, average deal size, win rate
    Practice a 2-minute product demo pitch for a mock discovery call
    Prepare to discuss your home office setup and self-management discipline
    Review the job description and map your experience to each requirement
    Role Insights

    This leadership position involves both strategic planning and hands-on coaching of the sales team.

    Top SaaS reps often earn significant upside through accelerators once quota is exceeded.

    This remote-friendly role based in DE provides geographic flexibility while maintaining access to a SaaS market.

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