The Sales Strategy Manager - AMER role will be a critical partner in shaping GitLab's go-to-market strategy for the Americas region. This position plays a direct role in optimizing sales effectiveness and accelerating revenue growth across AMER direct sales. The role will be responsible for uncovering actionable insights from complex sales data and collaborating with sales leadership and cross-functional stakeholders to drive the Americas direct sales organization forward.
The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of translating analysis into strategic recommendations that drive measurable impact and improve sales performance.
What You'll Do Serve as primary business partner for multiple sales leaders in America, reporting to the Sr. Manager Sales Strategy AMER Drive strategic analysis and recommendations pertinent to the business Partner with regional sales leaders on sales management processes (forecasting, QBRs, pipeline analysis) Support the planning cycle end-to-end including capacity planning, carving, and quota setting Provide adhoc reporting and analysis to support business decision-making Create and deliver presentations to support CRO and Sales Leaders in strategic planning sessions What You'll Bring 5-10 years of progressive experience in analytical and strategic roles within a technology business, with preference for Sales Strategy, Business Intelligence/Analytics, or Sales Operations experience Experience leading strategic initiatives and managing stakeholder relationships in a sales-focused environment Experience working with sales teams to analyze performance metrics and drive strategic decision-making Proficiency with SQL, Salesforce, and Tableau (or similar BI tools) Excellent quantitative analysis and problem-solving skills with ability to translate complex data into actionable insights Strong project management skills with ability to influence without direct authority Exceptional attention to detail and ability to manage multiple competing priorities Curiosity and eagerness to uncover new processes and insights that drive business impact Strong communication and presentation skills for executive-level audiences Alignment with GitLab's values Management consulting or strategy consulting experience valued but not required Experience in B2B SaaS or enterprise software sales environments preferredHow GitLab will support you Benefits to support your health, finances, and well-being All remote, asynchronous work environment Flexible Paid Time Off Team Member Resource Groups Equity Compensation & Employee Stock Purchase Plan Growth and Development Fund Parental leave Home office support
Please note that we welcome interest from candidates with varying levels of experience; many successful candidates do not meet every single requirement. Additionally, studies have shown that people from underrepresented groups are less likely to apply to a job unless they meet every single qualification. If you're excited about this role, please apply and allow our recruiters to assess your application.