Sr. Manager, Sales Development (Hybrid, Austin)

#WeAreCrowdStrike and our mission is to stop breaches. As a global leader in cybersecurity, our team changed the game. Since our inception, our market leading cloud-native platform has offered unparalleled protection against the most sophisticated cyberattacks. We're looking for people with limitless passion, a relentless focus on innovation and a fanatical commitment to the customer to join us in shaping the future of cybersecurity. Consistently recognized as a top workplace, CrowdStrike is committed to cultivating an inclusive, remote-first culture that offers people the autonomy and flexibility to balance the needs of work and life while taking their career to the next level. Interested in working for a company that sets the standard and leads with integrity? Join us on a mission that matters - one team, one fight.
About the Role:
CrowdStrike is seeking a driven, results-oriented Sr. Manager who is ready to change the game! Leading a team of 4 SDR managers, you are responsible for driving pipeline generation for our Corporate Sales teams. You thrive on in-person collaboration, a strong office culture, and cross-functional teaming. Your leadership will directly help drive outbound & top of funnel activity to deliver against our pipeline and sales targets. If you enjoy a fast-paced environment and managing SDR teams supporting high volume sales, this challenge is for you!
This role is hybrid and is expected to work from the office three times a week with our SDR teams. This requires you to be within commuting distance of our Austin, TX office.
What You'll Do:

• Lead teams to over-achieve targets and deliver high-quality pipeline.
• Drive sales development execution and oversight of KPI management including daily metrics, forecasting, and pipeline management.
• Foster a high-performance culture by setting clear objectives, performance standards, and accountability.
• Engage with SDRs and managers, sharing best practices in outbound prospecting techniques, including phone, email, social outreach, and use of intent data.
• Manage relationships and communication with territory sales leaders.
• Coach, mentor and motivate to ensure a highly motivated and successful sales development team is in place and understands the role they play in generating revenue for the company.
• Lead from the front by playing an active and visible role in the day-to-day operations of the team.
• Partner with territory and SDR stakeholders to ensure the team is supported and equipped to achieve goals i.e.) marketing, operations, campaigns, etc.
• Provide analysis and insights on pipeline creation, lead quality, and team performance to sales and marketing leadership.
• Serve as a bench to the Corporate Sales teams by supporting career growth and ensuring timely participation in SDR Readiness and Sales Readiness programs.
• Reinforce program-level SDR initiatives and deadlines.
• Assist in recruiting, staffing and training to grow and maintain a sales team to ensure proper territory coverage.
• Proactively address performance or behavior issues at the manager and rep level.
• Assume ownership of any open SDR Manager and SDR roles.

What You'll Need:

• BA/BS in Business, Marketing, or a related field.
• At least 3 years experience as a manager of a frontline sales/SDR team.
• At least 1 year of closing experience for a technology company preferred.
• Consistent track record of meeting and exceeding sales team KPIs over multiple fiscal years.
• Strong leadership presence and team management abilities.
• Excellent communication and presentation skills, and ability to convey ideas/insights to diverse audiences.
• Strategic mindset with the ability to connect customer insights to SDR tactics & strategies.
• Experience with Salesforce, Outreach, 6Sense, and strategic sales dashboards (Tableau, DOMO, etc.)
• Analytical thinking, problem-solving skills, and attention to detail.
• Strong ability to coach your Managers and SDRs to higher performance.
• Possess EQ skills: conflict management; practicing active-listening and empathy.
• Ability to juggle priorities and work in a rapidly growing environment.
• Possess a growth-mindset: fast learner, motivated, driven, and passionate.
• Understands the cybersecurity landscape.
• Project manager experience is a plus.

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Benefits of Working at CrowdStrike:

• Remote-first culture
• Market leader in compensation and equity awards
• Competitive vacation and flexible working arrangements
• Comprehensive and inclusive health benefits
• Physical and mental wellness programs
• Paid parental leave, including adoption
• A variety of professional development and mentorship opportunities
• Offices with stocked kitchens when you need to fuel innovation and collaboration

CrowdStrike is proud to be an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We are committed to fostering a culture of belonging where everyone is valued for who they are and empowered to succeed. Our approach to cultivating a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is rooted in listening, learning and collective action. By embracing the diversity of our people, we achieve our best work and fuel innovation - generating the best possible outcomes for our customers and the communities they serve.
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CrowdStrike, Inc. is committed to fair and equitable compensation practices. The base salary range for this position in the U.S. is $85,000 - $180,000 per year + variable/incentive compensation + equity + benefits. A candidate's salary is determined by various factors including, but not limited to, relevant work experience, skills, certifications and location.