Director, Sales Development

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Join our growing Field Sales team! The Director, Sales Development is accountable to deliver the high-quality pipeline required to meet North America sales growth targets by leading the team responsible for the demand generation and business development activities. About the Role ​​This is a senior second-line leadership position for a strategic and highly effective people manager ready to lead, mentor, and inspire a high-performing team of Sales Development Managers and their teams across North America. Reporting into the Sr. Director of North America Sales Development, you will be directly responsible for the vision and strategy needed to exceed pipeline generation quotas and drive Workday's long-term growth across North America’s largest market. You will be instrumental in developing the next generation of frontline sales leaders and building a scalable, high-impact sales development engine.

In this role, you will be directly responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the North America Sales Development team. Your key duties include: Lead & Develop Leaders : Coach, mentor, and grow a team of Sales Development Managers and representatives. You will be responsible for their professional development, skill-building, and performance. You will also lead the hiring process to recruit and onboard top-tier management, building a strong leadership pipeline. Your sales leadership background will be critical as you coach your frontline managers on how to effectively engage with and lead conversations with VP-level sales leaders. Define & Execute North America Strategy : Develop and refine the holistic outbound pipeline generation strategy for the North America market, with a focus on both net new customers and driving pipeline for new product adoption and expansion within our existing customer base. You will own the strategic direction of the team's efforts, including market segmentation, account prioritization, and innovative outreach methodologies. Foster a Culture of Learning & High Performance : Partner with our Sales Enablement team to develop and execute a comprehensive enablement strategy. You will be responsible for building a culture of continuous learning and professional development, ensuring your teams have the skills, knowledge, and tools to succeed. This includes a focus on robust onboarding, ongoing training, and consistent coaching. Manage Business Performance : Own and manage the Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) across the North America market, with a focus on business metrics, pipeline health, and efficiency. You will be responsible for accurate forecasting, creating repeatable systems, and ensuring a consistent, scalable pipeline for the entire region. Collaborate Cross-Functionally : Partner with