Sales Operations Specialist

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McLean, VA, USA
In-Office
Senior level
Hardware • Security • Software • Defense
The Role
The Sales Operations Specialist manages the sales pipeline, forecasts sales, implements KPIs, analyzes sales data, and supports sales representatives' onboarding and training.
Summary Generated by Built In
Join D-Fend Solutions — where technology meets purpose.
As the global leader in cyber-takeover counter-drone technology, we develop advanced solutions that keep airspaces safe from evolving drone threats. Our team — including veterans of elite military tech units — pushes boundaries every day to deliver smarter, faster, and safer protection for customers worldwide.
If you’re passionate about cutting-edge technology, real-world impact, and working in a collaborative, high-energy environment — we’d love to have you on board.
Become a D-Fender. Shape the future of airspace security.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Manage the sales pipeline and generate accurate sales forecasts.
  • Develop, implement, and monitor sales Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and processes to maximize efficiency and performance.
  • Select, deploy, and administer sales automation tools.
  • Ensure alignment of sales activities with cross-functional departments, including Operations, Finance, Pre-sales, Services, and Legal.
  • Oversee, manage, and execute governmental administrative and compliance processes.
  • Conduct in-depth analysis of sales data, identifying trends to inform and improve overall sales performance.
  • Collaborate with the sales team to design and execute effective sales campaigns.
  • Utilize research and reporting skills to analyze consumer trends and sales data for robust sales forecasting.
  • Demonstrate strong financial and business acumen to evaluate sales profitability and pinpoint new opportunities.
  • Support the onboarding of new sales representatives by providing training on CRM systems, sales processes, and essential sales tools.
  • Maintain a commitment to continuous professional development and actively support the growth of other team members.

Qualifications:

  • 5+ years of experience in sales operations, preferably in a global high-tech industry
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, industrial engineering, marketing, or a related field
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong ability to work independently, and as part of a team.
  • Detail-oriented and data-driven approach
  • Experience with sales automation tools (e.g., NetSuite, Salesforce, HubSpot, CRM systems)
  • Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, SQL)

Skills Required

  • 5+ years of experience in sales operations, preferably in a global high-tech industry
  • Bachelor's degree in business administration, industrial engineering, marketing, or a related field
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Strong ability to work independently, and as part of a team
  • Detail-oriented and data-driven approach
  • Experience with sales automation tools (e.g., NetSuite, Salesforce, HubSpot, CRM systems)
  • Experience with data analysis tools (e.g., Excel, Tableau, SQL)
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The Company
219 Employees
Year Founded: 2017

What We Do

D-Fend Solutions is a leading provider of RF cyber-takeover technology for counter-drone (C-UAS) operations. Their flagship product, EnforceAir, allows organizations to detect, identify, and safely neutralize rogue drones in sensitive environments like military zones, airports, and critical infrastructure. By using non-kinetic, cyber-based mitigation, they ensure operational continuity and safety, helping organizations maintain control of their airspace against evolving drone threats.

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