About Anaconda

Be at the center of AI

With more than 45 million users, Anaconda is the most popular operating system for AI providing access to the foundational open-source Python packages used in modern AI, data science, and machine learning through a seamless platform. We pioneered the use of Python for data science, championed its vibrant community, and continue to steward open-source projects that make tomorrow’s innovations possible. Our enterprise-grade solutions enable corporate, research, and academic institutions around the world to harness the power of open source for competitive advantage, groundbreaking research, and a better world. To learn more visit https://www.anaconda.com.

Here is what people love most about working here: We’re not just a company, we’re part of a movement. Our dedicated employees and user community are democratizing data science and creating and promoting open-source technologies for a better world, and our commercial offerings make it possible for enterprise users to leverage the most innovative output from open source in a secure, governed way.

Summary

Anaconda is seeking a talented Director of Sales to join our rapidly-growing company. This is an excellent opportunity for you to leverage your experience and skills and apply it to the world of data science and machine learning. As our Director of Sales you will play a crucial role in driving revenue growth for the organization by securing and maintaining relationships with key enterprise clients.

What You’ll Do:

• Spearheading the development and management of a high-performing sales team with sales professionals covering Commercial, Mid-Market, and Enterprise.
• Evaluating sales data and market patterns to facilitate informed decision-making and projections.
• Delivering regular reports on sales achievements and other pertinent metrics.
• Executing persuasive sales presentations to effectively communicate the value proposition of our offerings.
• Engaging in negotiations with enterprise clients to secure contracts, favorable pricing, and terms.
• Perpetually evaluating and enhancing the sales process to maximize efficiency and efficacy.
• Implementing industry best practices and identifying opportunities for enhancement.

What You Need:

• Proven experience as a first-line sales leader with a strong track record in identifying, hiring, and developing top talent, along with the ability to coach and serve as a trusted advisor to the sales team
• Client-facing experience in customer support, account, or partner management, with a proven record of meeting quarterly goals
• Sales experience in one or more of the following areas: Data Science platforms, AI/ML platforms, or Generative AI
• PLG (product-led growth) experience
• Experience with CRM systems (Salesforce)
• Excellent operational rigor tracking key metrics such as pipeline generation, opportunity progression, close rates, and price point optimization
• Skilled at navigating ambiguity and driving results in a dynamic environment
• Team attitude: “I am not done, until WE are done”
• Embody our core values:     
• • Great People
  • Great Product
  • Great Performance
• Care deeply about fostering an environment where people of all backgrounds and experiences can flourish

What Will Make You Stand Out:

• Experience working in a fast-paced startup environment
• Experience working in an open source or data science-oriented company

Why You'll Like Working Here:

• Unique opportunity to translate strong open-source adoption and user enthusiasm into commercial product growth
• Dynamic company that rewards high-performers
• On the cutting edge of enterprise application of data science, machine learning, and AI
• Collaborative team environment that values multiple perspectives and clear thinking
• Employees-first culture
• Flexible working hours
• Medical*, Dental*, Vision*, HSA*, Life* and 401K*
• Paid parental leave - both parents
• Monthly productivity stipend
• Open vacation policy* 
• Quarterly Snake days (company-wide bonus day off)
• 100% remote

*FTE employees based on your region 

An Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability.

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