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Rachel D.

  • Phoenix, AZ
  • 9 years of experience
  • Increased sales team revenue by 35% year-over-year through implementation of new sales strategies and training programs.

  • Improved customer retention rate from 75% to 92% by developing a comprehensive account management system.

  • Mentored and coached a team of 15 sales representatives, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and collaboration.

Recent Project

Rachel spearheaded a project to revamp the company’s sales pipeline management process. She implemented a new CRM system and created custom dashboards for real-time performance tracking. This resulted in a 25% increase in lead conversion rates and improved sales forecast accuracy by 40%.

Marcus T.

  • Dallas, TX
  • 13 years of experience
  • Expanded market share by 18% in a highly competitive region through strategic partnerships and targeted marketing campaigns.

  • Reduced sales cycle time by 30% by streamlining the proposal process and implementing automated follow-up systems.

  • Developed and launched a comprehensive sales playbook, standardizing best practices across the entire sales organization.

Recent Project

Marcus led a cross-functional team to develop and launch a new product line targeting small businesses. He coordinated market research, pricing strategy, and sales team training. The project exceeded its first-year revenue target by 15% and opened up a new customer segment for the company.

Sophia L.

  • Miami, FL
  • 10 years of experience
  • Achieved 120% of annual sales quota for three consecutive years, consistently ranking in the top 5% of sales managers nationwide.

  • Increased average deal size by 45% through effective upselling and cross-selling strategies.

  • Pioneered a sales gamification program that boosted team motivation and friendly competition among sales representatives.

Recent Project

Sophia designed and implemented a customer segmentation strategy to optimize resource allocation. She analyzed historical sales data to identify high-value customer profiles and tailored outreach strategies for each segment. This project resulted in a 28% increase in sales efficiency and improved customer satisfaction scores.

Jamal K.

  • Seattle, WA
  • 13 years of experience
  • Generated $5.2 million in new business revenue within the first year of managing a newly established sales territory.

  • Improved team performance metrics across the board, with a 50% increase in qualified leads and a 25% boost in close rates.

  • Established strong relationships with key stakeholders in target industries, becoming a trusted advisor and go-to resource.

Recent Project

Jamal orchestrated the successful integration of sales teams following a company merger. He harmonized sales processes, aligned compensation structures, and facilitated knowledge sharing between teams. His efforts resulted in minimal disruption to sales activities and a 10% increase in combined team performance within six months.

Elena M.

  • Boston, MA
  • 3 years of experience
  • Exceeded quarterly sales targets by an average of 22% over a two-year period through strategic account planning and execution.

  • Reduced customer churn by 40% by implementing a proactive account health monitoring system and intervention strategies.

  • Cultivated a high-performing sales culture through regular training sessions, sales contests, and recognition programs.

Recent Project

Elena initiated and led a digital transformation project for the sales department. She oversaw the adoption of a new AI-powered sales analytics platform, trained the team on its use, and developed new sales processes around its capabilities. This project increased sales productivity by 30% and improved forecast accuracy from 65% to 85%.

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With our extensive candidate network and dynamic team search approach, Redfish recruiters can greatly reduce your time to hire compared to in-house hiring processes.

Reduce Your Team’s Workload

Redfish recruiters handle every step of the process, including finding talent, screening candidates, scheduling interviews, conducting reference checks, and negotiating the offer, freeing up your in-house HR staff to focus on their other responsibilities.

Get Personal Attention

We form the same in-depth relationships with clients that we establish with candidates, taking the time to fully understand your company and needs and giving each client a single point of contact for all communications.

Access Extensive Tech Knowledge

We understand the roles we recruit for inside and out, whether that’s the technical jargon familiar to engineers and programmers or the skills that make an exceptional sales or marketing hire. When we send along a candidate, you can trust they have what it takes to excel.

Leverage Our Reputation and Experience

With 20+ years in the recruiting industry, Redfish Technology has built an extensive network of connections and candidates, and our reputation precedes us. We’re a recruiting firm top talent wants to work with, giving you access to better talent than you’ll find from other services.

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Frequently asked questions about hiring your next sales manager

Typically, 5-7 years of sales experience with at least 2-3 years in a leadership role.

While helpful, strong sales and leadership skills often transfer well across industries.

Look for consistent achievement of sales quotas, team performance improvements, and customer retention rates.

While beneficial, practical experience and a track record of success are often more valuable.

Ask for specific examples of team development, conflict resolution, and sales strategy implementation.

Proficiency in CRM systems, sales analytics tools, and basic financial analysis are typically essential.

A strong network can be valuable, but it shouldn’t overshadow other qualifications and skills.

Strong communication, motivation, problem-solving, and adaptability are crucial.

Ask about specific high-pressure situations they’ve faced and how they managed them.