Sales Development Manager - Iberia and Italy at Workday

Dublin, County Dublin, Ireland

Workday Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years), Expert & Leadership (9+ years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
SaaS, Enterprise Software, HR Technology, Finance TechnologyIndustries

Requirements

  • Fluency in Spanish and English required
  • 2 years experience in a BDR/SDR management role, preferably within a SaaS or enterprise software environment
  • 2 years prior experience in a closing role (e.g., Account Executive)
  • Fluency in Italian and English would be beneficial but not essential
  • A track record of exceeding targets and demonstrating career advancement
  • Proven ability to train and mentor early-in-career sales talent and advance them into more senior sales roles
  • A data-driven mindset with the ability to forecast accurately and build strategies based on performance insights
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills to influence stakeholders

Responsibilities

  • Lead & Develop the Team: Coach, mentor, and grow a team of BDRs. Lead the hiring process to recruit top talent and sustain the team’s rapid growth
  • Define & Execute Strategy: Develop and refine the outbound pipeline generation strategy, including identifying target accounts, optimising messaging, and leveraging multi-channel outreach including AI
  • Manage Performance: Own and manage the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) that track team activity and efficiency, and build repeatable systems to ensure a consistent, scalable pipeline
  • Collaborate Cross-Functionally: Partner with senior leaders in Sales, Marketing, and Operations to align on programs and optimise the end-to-end sales process
  • Be a Cultural Leader: Foster an inclusive, fun and high-performance environment that is deeply aligned with Workday's mission and values
  • Innovate & lead through change: Proactively identify opportunities for improvement across your team and organisation and own the execution, implementation and change process

Skills

Sales Leadership
Team Management
Pipeline Generation
Business Development
Revenue Growth
Sales Strategy
Quota Achievement
Customer Relationships

Workday

Cloud applications for finance and HR management

About Workday

Workday provides enterprise cloud applications that focus on finance and human resources for medium to large-sized businesses across various industries. Its main products include Workday Human Capital Management, Workday Financial Management, Workday Adaptive Planning, and Workday Student, which help organizations manage their workforce and streamline financial operations. The software operates on a subscription model, allowing clients to pay a recurring fee based on the number of users and specific modules needed. This model supports continuous updates and improvements to the software. Workday stands out from competitors due to its strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and employee engagement, offering tools like Workday Peakon Employee Voice to enhance workforce experience. The company's goal is to provide essential tools that improve operational efficiency and support businesses in managing their human resources and financial operations effectively.

Pleasanton, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2005Year Founded
$209.4MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Consulting, Enterprise SoftwareIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours
Hybrid Work Options
Performance Bonus
Stock Options
Professional Development Budget
Conference Attendance Budget

Risks

Emerging HR tech startups like Buk could challenge Workday's market share.
Dependency on third-party platforms like Udemy may complicate service delivery.
Strategic shifts under new leadership could disrupt existing customer relationships.

Differentiation

Workday is a leader in cloud-based HCM and ERP solutions for large enterprises.
The company offers a subscription model ensuring steady revenue and continuous software updates.
Workday's focus on employee engagement tools like Peakon sets it apart in the market.

Upsides

Increased demand for cloud HCM solutions boosts Workday's market potential.
AI-driven analytics enhance Workday's financial management offerings with predictive insights.
Workday's partner ecosystem expansion, like with MetLife, opens new customer opportunities.

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