Sales Manager • Lead

Who you are

You have a strong background in hi-tech direct sales, with a proven track record of hiring, mentoring, and developing teams. Your motivation comes from helping others grow, and you thrive in environments where you can coach and inspire your team to exceed their objectives. Familiarity with SaaS/Cloud technologies and Salesforce is essential, as is your ability to communicate effectively both in writing and verbally. You are passionate about team management and enjoy working cross-functionally, leveraging your organizational and time management skills to achieve results.

What you'll do

As the Manager of Sales Development at Datadog, you will be responsible for hiring and overseeing a team of Sales Development Representatives (SDRs). You will facilitate the ramp-up process for new team members, teaching them how to assess company needs and strategically cater to each prospect. Your role will involve motivating your team to exceed objectives through coaching and creative incentives, while also providing growth opportunities for SDRs to develop into full-cycle sales representatives. Additionally, you will develop and maintain accurate team forecasts for the senior leadership team, ensuring alignment with the company's sales goals.

What we offer

At Datadog, we value our office culture and the relationships that build creativity and collaboration. We operate as a hybrid workplace, allowing our Datadogs to create a work-life harmony that best fits them. You will be part of a dynamic team that is committed to shaping the future of our sales organization, with opportunities for professional growth and development.