Director, Sales (Multi-vertical)

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We’re looking for a Director, Multi-Vertical (CPG, Tech, Auto, Travel, Telco, Ents, QSR, FinServe, Govt), UK to lead our monetisation efforts across the vertical. Reporting to the UK Managing Director, you'll be responsible for building this multi-vertical business in one of EMEA’s largest markets. You will be working closely with cross-functional partners to drive business results for our clients while delivering growth. You will be managing a team of senior sellers and be part of the UK Senior Leadership Team. You will be representing Pinterest externally and be our voice in the industry on relevant topics.

This is a full-time position based in the UK, and our office is in London.

• Lead our sales strategy and execution for the multi-vertical business in the UK

• Develop market and competitive assessments to identify and drive new opportunities for Pinterest in the UK

• Build on established relationships and develop new relationships with partners’ executive and operational teams and industry associations

• Close strategic partnerships and scale revenue with advertisers

• Drive sales operational excellence across key metrics and leading sales indicators according to annual and quarterly business plan

• Lead the team by building, training and motivating a high-performing, diverse sales team based on an inclusive, positive culture

• Partner closely with Sales Operations and Measurement teams to analyse data trends and client performance, as to scale shared learnings and best practices to grow client’s business through Pinterest solutions

• As part of our UK leadership team, contribute to the success of the country through collaborating across verticals and teams

• Champion the thoughtful use of AI-driven tools and insights to improve sales effectiveness, client strategy, and team productivity across the business.

• Build and strengthen strategic relationships with key media agencies and agency stakeholders to unlock growth opportunities, influence planning, and drive stronger outcomes for clients and Pinterest

• Act as an external spokesperson and champion our value proposition in the UK

• 15 or more years of experience in the digital media industry, with 7 or more years of management experience

• Strong team player with experience in successfully leading marketing or sales teams

• Ability to work with executive level business and