Axon
Director, Majors West
Axon, Scottsdale, Arizona, us, 85261
Company Overview
At Axon, our goal is to make each individual feel valued for his or her contributions to the company’s mission to protect life. We are looking for intelligent people who want to do remarkable things. We strive to create an environment where people can succeed and enjoy coming to work every day.About UsJoin Forces:
We collaborate and support each other to achieve collective success.Expect Candor:
We value transparency and honest communication.Aim Far:
We set ambitious goals and strive to achieve them.Win Right:
We prioritize integrity and ethical practices in everything we do.Own It:
We take responsibility for our actions and strive for excellence.Be Obsessed:
We are passionate about what we do and dedicated to continuous improvement.What You’ll DoThe Director of Sales, Major Accounts will be instrumental in driving the success of our Majors organization. Reporting directly to the Vice President - Major Agencies, this strategic leader will oversee a team of Key Account Leaders selling to our largest law enforcement agencies. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of sales leadership, a deep understanding of how to strategically sell new products, and a passion for advancing public safety through technology.Location:
Remote in the US, based in West Region (WA, CA, CO, AZ), near a major airportReports to:
Vice President - Erika BzdelDirect Reports:
4-5 Account Executives who live remote across the WestYour ImpactLead our Major’s KAL’s team on the west. Be on the front lines with our customer base and work with them on how they create the best solutions to solve real-time operations. You'll play a crucial role in defining how Axon's solutions can best serve our customers in this dynamic landscape, acting as a bridge between our customers and our internal teams. This role will involve close collaboration with marketing, professional services, finance, contracts and leadership to drive bookings & revenue growth as well as foster strong relationships with key customers.Key Responsibilities:Sales Strategy Development:
Create and implement effective sales strategies for territories, collaborating with cross-functional teams.Team Leadership:
Lead, coach, hire, and inspire a team of Key Account Leaders, providing guidance to maximize their effectiveness in driving revenue.Stakeholder Relationship Management:
Build and maintain strong relationships with law enforcement agencies, strategic partners, and internal teams to ensure alignment and drive success.Market Analysis:
Analyze market trends, competitive dynamics, and customer feedback to inform product positioning and sales strategies.Performance Accountability:
Establish clear performance metrics and conduct regular performance reviews to drive accountability and results within the sales team.Sales Enablement Development:
Partner with marketing and product management to create sales enablement materials, including presentations, collateral, and competitive analysis.Customer Advocacy:
Act as the voice of the customer, providing insights and feedback to inform product roadmap and go-to-market decisions.Industry Trends:
Stay current on industry trends and best practices in sales leadership and new product launches, continuously seeking improvement and innovation.Qualifications:Experience:
6-10+ years of demonstrated success in Technology Sales/Enterprise Software Sales/Government Sales, including 3+ years in a sales leadership role managing and growing teams with year-over-year quota attainment.Education:
Bachelor’s Degree required.Track Record:
Proven ability to achieve measurable business results in a complex sales environment with a history of quantifiable success and quota achievement. Deep experience in fast-paced, high-growth environments.Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Strong ability to work across business lanes to influence and drive success. Thrives in a team selling environment.Technical Knowledge:
Solid understanding of Enterprise SaaS (Software as a Service) applications, IoT (Internet of Things), and UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle i.e. Drones).Consultative Sales Experience:
Proven experience managing consultative sales efforts with long sales cycles and complex buying processes.Stakeholder Navigation:
Skilled in navigating complex sales processes involving multiple stakeholders.Communication Skills:
Excellent coaching, writing, discovery, and presentation skills; proficient in SalesForce.com, MS Word, and MS Excel.Customer Focus:
Passion for enhancing customer excellence and deepening customer relationships.Hands-On Contributor:
Willingness to be a hands-on contributor to drive results.Travel Requirements:
Willingness to travel 50%+ (Nationwide, with preference for candidates in the West).Additional Qualities:Strategic thinking and execution:
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective go-to-market strategies, envision future trends, and solve complex business problems.Market leadership:
Proven track record of driving product adoption and achieving market saturation, coupled with a strong understanding of business dynamics.Innovation and vision:
Ability to anticipate market needs, introduce innovative solutions, and inspire others with a compelling vision for the future.Benefits that Benefit You
Competitive salary and 401k with employer matchDiscretionary paid time offPaid parental leave for allMedical, Dental, Vision plansFitness ProgramsEmotional & Mental Wellness supportLearning & Development programsAnd yes, we have snacks in our officesBenefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.The Pay: The compensation for this role is made up of uncapped commissions and a starting base pay between USD 120000 in the lowest geographic market and USD 180000 in the highest geographic market. On average, the national commissions target for this role is USD 250000. On-Target Earnings (OTE) for this role will be a combination of base pay and the commissions target for the role. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: experience, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and geographic market demands and often a combination of all these factors. Our benefits offer an array of options to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. To see more details on our benefits offerings please visit
www.axon.com/careers/benefits
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At Axon, our goal is to make each individual feel valued for his or her contributions to the company’s mission to protect life. We are looking for intelligent people who want to do remarkable things. We strive to create an environment where people can succeed and enjoy coming to work every day.About UsJoin Forces:
We collaborate and support each other to achieve collective success.Expect Candor:
We value transparency and honest communication.Aim Far:
We set ambitious goals and strive to achieve them.Win Right:
We prioritize integrity and ethical practices in everything we do.Own It:
We take responsibility for our actions and strive for excellence.Be Obsessed:
We are passionate about what we do and dedicated to continuous improvement.What You’ll DoThe Director of Sales, Major Accounts will be instrumental in driving the success of our Majors organization. Reporting directly to the Vice President - Major Agencies, this strategic leader will oversee a team of Key Account Leaders selling to our largest law enforcement agencies. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of sales leadership, a deep understanding of how to strategically sell new products, and a passion for advancing public safety through technology.Location:
Remote in the US, based in West Region (WA, CA, CO, AZ), near a major airportReports to:
Vice President - Erika BzdelDirect Reports:
4-5 Account Executives who live remote across the WestYour ImpactLead our Major’s KAL’s team on the west. Be on the front lines with our customer base and work with them on how they create the best solutions to solve real-time operations. You'll play a crucial role in defining how Axon's solutions can best serve our customers in this dynamic landscape, acting as a bridge between our customers and our internal teams. This role will involve close collaboration with marketing, professional services, finance, contracts and leadership to drive bookings & revenue growth as well as foster strong relationships with key customers.Key Responsibilities:Sales Strategy Development:
Create and implement effective sales strategies for territories, collaborating with cross-functional teams.Team Leadership:
Lead, coach, hire, and inspire a team of Key Account Leaders, providing guidance to maximize their effectiveness in driving revenue.Stakeholder Relationship Management:
Build and maintain strong relationships with law enforcement agencies, strategic partners, and internal teams to ensure alignment and drive success.Market Analysis:
Analyze market trends, competitive dynamics, and customer feedback to inform product positioning and sales strategies.Performance Accountability:
Establish clear performance metrics and conduct regular performance reviews to drive accountability and results within the sales team.Sales Enablement Development:
Partner with marketing and product management to create sales enablement materials, including presentations, collateral, and competitive analysis.Customer Advocacy:
Act as the voice of the customer, providing insights and feedback to inform product roadmap and go-to-market decisions.Industry Trends:
Stay current on industry trends and best practices in sales leadership and new product launches, continuously seeking improvement and innovation.Qualifications:Experience:
6-10+ years of demonstrated success in Technology Sales/Enterprise Software Sales/Government Sales, including 3+ years in a sales leadership role managing and growing teams with year-over-year quota attainment.Education:
Bachelor’s Degree required.Track Record:
Proven ability to achieve measurable business results in a complex sales environment with a history of quantifiable success and quota achievement. Deep experience in fast-paced, high-growth environments.Cross-Functional Collaboration:
Strong ability to work across business lanes to influence and drive success. Thrives in a team selling environment.Technical Knowledge:
Solid understanding of Enterprise SaaS (Software as a Service) applications, IoT (Internet of Things), and UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle i.e. Drones).Consultative Sales Experience:
Proven experience managing consultative sales efforts with long sales cycles and complex buying processes.Stakeholder Navigation:
Skilled in navigating complex sales processes involving multiple stakeholders.Communication Skills:
Excellent coaching, writing, discovery, and presentation skills; proficient in SalesForce.com, MS Word, and MS Excel.Customer Focus:
Passion for enhancing customer excellence and deepening customer relationships.Hands-On Contributor:
Willingness to be a hands-on contributor to drive results.Travel Requirements:
Willingness to travel 50%+ (Nationwide, with preference for candidates in the West).Additional Qualities:Strategic thinking and execution:
Demonstrated ability to develop and implement effective go-to-market strategies, envision future trends, and solve complex business problems.Market leadership:
Proven track record of driving product adoption and achieving market saturation, coupled with a strong understanding of business dynamics.Innovation and vision:
Ability to anticipate market needs, introduce innovative solutions, and inspire others with a compelling vision for the future.Benefits that Benefit You
Competitive salary and 401k with employer matchDiscretionary paid time offPaid parental leave for allMedical, Dental, Vision plansFitness ProgramsEmotional & Mental Wellness supportLearning & Development programsAnd yes, we have snacks in our officesBenefits listed herein may vary depending on the nature of your employment and the location where you work.The Pay: The compensation for this role is made up of uncapped commissions and a starting base pay between USD 120000 in the lowest geographic market and USD 180000 in the highest geographic market. On average, the national commissions target for this role is USD 250000. On-Target Earnings (OTE) for this role will be a combination of base pay and the commissions target for the role. The actual base pay is dependent upon many factors, such as: experience, training, transferable skills, work experience, business needs, and geographic market demands and often a combination of all these factors. Our benefits offer an array of options to help support you physically, financially and emotionally through the big milestones and in your everyday life. To see more details on our benefits offerings please visit
www.axon.com/careers/benefits
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