Sales Manager

This is a position within Keller Executive Search and not with one of its clients.

The Sales Manager in New York builds strong operational governance for Sales, partnering with stakeholders to improve performance, quality, and candidate and client experience.

Key Responsibilities
• Manage budgets, vendors, and resource planning for the Sales function.
• Ensure adherence to internal policies, quality standards, and relevant regulatory requirements.
• Present insights and recommendations to leadership, translating data into practical action.
• Identify risks and implement controls to protect service quality, data, and reputation.
• Define and execute the Sales strategy aligned with business priorities and service standards.
• Lead, coach, and develop a high-performing team, setting clear goals and accountability.
• Partner with sales, delivery, research, and leadership teams to streamline workflows and remove friction.
• Establish KPIs, dashboards, and operating rhythms to track outcomes and drive continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree required; advanced degree or professional certification preferred.
• Proven ability to set strategy and deliver measurable outcomes in a fast-paced professional services environment.
• Data-driven approach with comfort using metrics, reporting, and process improvement methods.
• Knowledge of relevant local regulations and best practices that impact Sales operations.
• 10+ years of progressive experience in Sales leadership roles, including people management.
• Strong stakeholder management and experience working across functions and geographies.
• Excellent communication skills in English; additional local language capability is an advantage.

Benefits

• Salary range: 110,000 - 145,000
• Opportunities for professional growth through leadership development and high-visibility projects.
• Flat management structure with direct access to decision-makers.
• Open communication environment.
• Full medical coverage.

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