Sales Operations & Strategy Director - Remote
Location: Schiller Park
Posted on: June 23, 2025
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Job Description:
About Ping Identity: At Ping Identity, we believe in making
digital experiences both secure and seamless for all users, without
compromise. We call this digital freedom. And its not just
something we provide our customers. Its something that inspires our
company. People dont come here to join a culture thats built on
digital freedom. They come to cultivate it. Our intelligent, cloud
identity platform lets people shop, work, bank, and interact
wherever and however they want. Without friction. Without fear.
While protecting digital identities is at the core of our
technology, protecting individual identities is at the core of our
culture. We champion every identity. One of our core values,
Respect Individuality, reminds us to celebrate differences so you
are empowered to bring your authentic self to work. Were
headquartered in Denver, Colorado and we have offices and employees
around the globe. We serve the largest, most demanding enterprises
worldwide, including more than half of the Fortune 100. At Ping
Identity, were changing the way people and businesses think about
cybersecurity, digital experiences, and identity and access
management. Director of Sales Operations & Strategy - Americas -
Ping Identity Role Purpose Statement: The Director of Sales
Operations, Americas will report to the VP of Global Sales
Operations & Development and serve as a critical partner to the SVP
of Sales, Americas, providing forward-looking strategic insights
and operational leadership. This role goes beyond traditional sales
operations by helping the SVP see "around the corner"—identifying
trends, risks, and opportunities before they materialize and
driving proactive decision-making. You will be managing the sales
support functions essential towards sales force productivity,
including strategy and territory planning, sales forecasting, sales
program execution, sales process implementation, and sales tool
utilization.Additionally, you will be responsible for assisting the
SVP to elevate the overall productivity and effectiveness of the
Americas sales organization. Main Responsibilities: Forecasting &
Planning: Coordinates and helps drive Americas sales forecasting
and planning processes on behalf of the SVP, Americas Sales.
Proactively monitors and ensures a high level of quality, accuracy,
and process consistency within the sales organizational forecasting
and planning efforts. Elevate the standard and as needed assist in
the coordination and quality of sales planning activities, QBRs,
Pipeline Reviews, and MEDDPPICC-driven deal reviews. Performance
Analysis & Reporting: Lead the execution of data-driven sales
strategies, ensuring that sales leaders have the right information
to make timely and informed decisions. Provide presentations with
concise analysis, trending, and insights as to how to improve sales
performance, productivity, and sales pipeline. Execute
Americas-based sales initiatives that drive improved sales
performance. Assist sales leaders with sales performance reporting
and metrics. Assure the accuracy and quality of sales reporting and
dashboards are leveraged and assists in the development and
adoption of new reporting tools and business intelligence systems.
Help sales leaders prepare to lead the weekly, monthly, and
quarterly forecast and pipeline review calls in the Americas. Work
with the sales, channel, and marketing to implement global
reporting needs and frequency to ensure that critical real-time
data is made available to stakeholders. Build out metrics and
reporting for New ARR (new logos, upsell/cross-sell) and Churn at a
Geo and Regional level. Strategic Support & Market Analysis:
Support territory and accounts assignment and the annual and
quarterly planning process. Partner with Americas leadership in
territory planning. Partner with Americas leadership on new market
analyses and evaluating new market entries. Proactively provide
data-driven insights into the Americas business with
recommendations to continually improve and grow. Cross-Functional
Collaboration & Team Development: Partner with Americas leadership
and HR leadership to monitor, analyze, and provide metrics and
insights into the Americas team to drive towards a high-performing
sales organization. Work with Americas Marketing and SDR teams to
understand Pipeline generation and conversion metrics, and develop
recommendations to improve. Work with Americas and Global Partner
teams, to develop Go-To-Market plans aligned to Partner goals.
Track and report Partner impact and develop recommendations to
improve. Work with Americas Services teams to ensure adequate
alignment of local resources to local opportunities. Provide input
to Americas Sales Coverage, Capacity, and Compensation planning
activities. Work closely with Sales Enablement to ensure all teams
are enabled and assist in directing resources and training towards
areas of under-performance. Foster an organization of continuous
improvement and establish high levels of quality, accuracy, and
process consistency. Partner with sales leadership to identify
process improvement areas. Facilitate successful implementation of
new programs and cross functional driven sales initiatives by
ensuring a well-defined and efficient sales and reporting process
is in place for launch and execution. Facilitate collaboration
between global account sales teams, ensuring alignment on strategy,
execution, and deal management—particularly in scenarios involving
commission splitting and cross-regional account ownership. Develop
and implement clear processes Required Skills & Qualifications: 10
years expertise in Sales Operations and/or Field Operations
operating at an executive level and at larger companies than Ping
Identity. Proficiency and deep experience working with sales
support systems such as Salesforce.com, Business Intelligence and
Sales Performance planning tools such as Tableau, Anaplan as well
as MS suite, Excel, and PowerPoint. Strong analytical skills and
attention to detail. Ability to analyze complex data and
information and translate that into actionable insights through an
executive presentation. Demonstrated experience and ability to work
with cross-functional teams on data reporting and governance.
Comfortable presenting and engaging with cross-functional teams and
executive management. USA Salary Range: $170,000-$220,000 In
accordance with Colorado’s Equal Pay for Equal Work Act (SB 19-085)
the approximate compensation range for this role in Colorado is
listed above. Final compensation for this role will be determined
by various factors, such as knowledge, skills, and abilities. Life
at Ping: We believe in and facilitate a flexible, collaborative
work environment. We’re growing quickly, but remain true to the
innovative, can-do startup values that got us here. Most
importantly, we keep hiring talented, smart, fun, and genuinely
nice people because that’s who we want to succeed with every day.
Here are just a few of the things that make Ping special: A company
culture that empowers you to do your best work. Employee Resource
Groups that create a sense of belonging for everyone. Regular
company and team bonding events. Competitive benefits and perks.
Global volunteering and community initiatives Our Benefits:
Generous PTO & Holiday Schedule Parental Leave Progressive
Healthcare Options Retirement Programs Opportunity for Education
Reimbursement Commuter Offset (Specific locations) Ping is the
collective sum of all our individual experiences, backgrounds and
influences and we pride ourselves in growing and learning together.
We are committed to building an inclusive and diverse environment
where everyone’s individuality is respected and everyone has an
Identity. In recruiting for new colleagues, we welcome the unique
contributions you can bring and encourage you to be your best self.
We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All
qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment
without regard to race, color, religion, sex including sexual
orientation and gender identity, national origin, disability,
protected Veteran Status, or any other characteristic protected by
applicable federal, state, or local law.
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