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Director, Enterprise Sales

Affirm · Remote · US

Base
Not disclosed
OTE
$370K–$490K
Posted
3d ago

Still open · checked 1h agoon Affirm's careers page

What Affirm sells

Lets shoppers pay over time with no hidden fees

Some shoppers want to buy something big but can't pay all at once. Affirm lets them split the cost into payments over time, with no hidden fees, so the store can make the sale.

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The Braun Read

Ask hard questions

Too much is left unsaid. Make them answer before you invest.

Pay
OTE is listed. Ask what the base is.
Transparency
Says nothing about quota, attainment, deal size, territory or sales cycle.
Pipeline
Doesn't say where pipeline comes from. Ask.
Time on market
Open 3 days.
Company hiring
6 sales roles open, hiring at a steady pace.

Red flags

None spotted.

Green flags

  • Publishes OTE. It tells you the on-target earnings up front. Most postings don't.

Based only on what the posting says. Flags are a starting point for your first call, not a final judgment.

Questions to ask on the first call

Built from what this posting leaves out. How they answer tells you as much as what they say.

  1. 1.

    What percentage of fully ramped reps hit quota last year?

    OTE is what you could earn. This is how likely you are to earn it.

  2. 2.

    What's the base, and how is the rest paid out?

    OTE without a base doesn't tell you what you can count on.

  3. 3.

    What's the annual quota, and how was it set?

    A quota built from real data is a target. Otherwise it's a hope.

  4. 4.

    Where does pipeline come from: inbound, SDRs, or me?

    Tells you how much of your week is prospecting versus selling.

  5. 5.

    How long is ramp, and what's the quota during it?

    Full quota on day one means you start behind.

  6. 6.

    Why is this role open? Did someone leave, or is it new?

    New headcount is growth. A replacement means someone left. Ask why.

When the offer comes

Save these for later. They land better once they've said yes to you.

  1. 1.

    Can I see the full comp plan in writing, including clawbacks and accelerators?

    What's in writing is what gets paid. Read it before you sign.

  2. 2.

    Can I see the actual comp distribution for the team last year, not just the OTE?

    The spread shows what most reps really take home. OTE is just the target.

  3. 3.

    I'd be walking away from earned commission to join. Is there room for a sign-on bonus to help cover that?

    Leaving money behind is a fair reason to ask. The worst answer is no.

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The role

Leads a team of senior Account Executives selling Affirm's pay-over-time products to large retail merchants in fashion, beauty, apparel, electronics, and lifestyle categories, and works hands-on in complex deals.

Enterprise · Mixed

Selling motion

Mixed

Who you're selling to

Buyer:
Large retail merchants and their senior executivesIn their words: “build relationships with senior merchant executives”
Industry:
RetailIn their words: “some of Affirm’s most strategic retail opportunities across fashion, beauty, apparel, sporting goods, electronics, furniture, and other lifestyle categories”
Company size:
Enterprise

Pipeline expectations

Not stated in the posting.

Compensation

$370K–$490K OTE

What is not disclosed

This posting doesn't tell you:

  • Base salary
  • Quota size
  • Quota attainment
  • Average deal size
  • Territory
  • Sales cycle length

The questions above cover the big ones.

Full posting
At Affirm, we exist for the moments that matter—giving people a clear, predictable way to pay over time, with no hidden fees, no surprises, and no tradeoffs on what matters most. About the Revenue Team: The Revenue team drives Affirm’s top-line growth through strategic partnerships, pricing, and go-to-market execution. We acquire, retain, and expand merchant relationships across eCommerce, in-store, telesales, and the Affirm app. The team leads onboarding, relationship management, and performance optimization to help partners succeed. We deliver value-added solutions, drive adoption, and support long-term business growth by connecting merchants and consumers through Affirm’s products. About the Role: We’re looking for a Director, Enterprise Retail Sales to lead a team of Account Executives responsible for some of Affirm’s most strategic retail opportunities across fashion, beauty, apparel, sporting goods, electronics, furniture, and other lifestyle categories. Reporting to the Senior Director of Enterprise Retail Sales, this leader will lead a senior sales team while remaining hands-on in complex commercial opportunities. The Director will coach and develop experienced AEs, help shape and progress complex deals, build relationships with senior merchant executives, and work closely with cross-functional partners to support strategic merchant growth. What You’ll Do: - Lead, coach, and develop a team of senior Account Executives, setting clear expectations and driving accountability, performance, and consistent execution against team goals - Own team performance across pipeline health, forecast accuracy, deal progression, merchant acquisition and expansion, and revenue outcomes - Coach through complex, strategic opportunities, helping AEs build business cases, navigate stakeholder dynamics, structure commercial solutions, and negotiate effectively - Build trusted relationships with senior leaders at major retail merchants and engage directly in high-priority opportunities where executive involvement can help move the business forward - Shapes and evolves Enterprise Retail GTM strategy and objectives with senior leadership including account planning, territory management, pipeline reviews, sales planning, and operating discipline - Drive commercial and operational outcomes by partnering across Product, Client Success, Marketing, Finance, Legal, and RevOps to maintain shared accountability for key milestones, resolve escalations, and influence company-level initiatives - Drive operational excellence and sales effectiveness by leveraging data, AI, and modern tools to bring structure and innovation to planning, pipeline management, forecasting, and deal strategy - Travel as needed for merchant meetings, deal support, industry events, and team gatherings What We Look For: - 10+ years of experience in enterprise sales, strategic partnerships, or commercial leadership, including significant experience leading senior sales teams in complex, high-growth environments - Demonstrated experience directly managing and developing senior, quota-carrying Account Executives - Proven success leading teams through large, complex sales cycles involving executive stakeholders, commercial negotiations, and significant cross-functional coordination - Strong alignment with Affirm’s mission and a clear understanding of the value Affirm delivers to merchants and consumers - Experience selling to large retail merchants, ideally in payments, fintech, commerce, or another complex solution-selling environment - Strong judgment, communication, and executive presence, with the ability to build trust and influence C-level merchant stakeholders and senior internal partners - Track record of developing high-performing sales talent, improving performance, and creating consistent operating discipline across a team - Proficiency with data, AI, automation, and modern sales tools to improve sales effectiveness and decision-making Pay Grade - M Equity Grade - 12 Employees new to Affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range. Affirm focuses on providing a simple and transparent pay structure which is based on a variety of factors, including location, experience and job-related skills. For sales roles, the range provided is the role’s On Target Earnings ("OTE") range, which includes the annual base pay and the sales incentive target. Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include equity rewards, monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents.) USA On Target Earnings (CA, WA, NY, NJ, CT) per year: $370,000 - $490,000 USA On Target Earnings (all other U.S. states) per year: $328,000 - $448,000 Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position. #LI-Remote Remote-first with flexibility built in Affirm is proud to be a remote-first company. Most roles can be done from almost anywhere within the country of employment. Some positions may occasionally require in-person work at an Affirm office, and a few are office-based due to the nature of the work. All new hires will be invited to attend an in-person onboarding experience. Benefits designed for you Our benefits reflect our commitment to care, transparency, and flexibility. Here are a few highlights: - Health coverage at no cost: We cover 100% of premiums for employees and their dependents. - Spending stipends: Monthly stipends support your tech setup, and the ability to choose health and wellness options that are right for you. - Time off to recharge: Flexible time off and generous holiday calendars help you rest when you need to. - Own a piece of what you build: Our employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) lets you buy Affirm stock at a discount. We’re committed to providing an inclusive interview process, including accommodations for candidates with disabilities. If you need support, we’re happy to help. For positions based in San Francisco or Los Angeles: Affirm considers qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records, as required by law. By clicking "Submit Application," you acknowledge that you have read Affirm's Global Candidate Privacy Notice and consent to the use of your personal information as described.
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