Head of Sales

Crystalia Glass · New York, NY

Base: Not disclosed
OTE: Not disclosed
Posted: 17d ago

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The job

What you'd do: Lead U.S. sales for a glass manufacturer, selling to B2B clients, dealer networks, and commercial and union construction bids. The role builds sales teams and owns growth, pipeline, and margin.
Who you'd sell to: B2B clients, dealer networks, commercial bid and union projects · ConstructionIn their words: “Drive high-ticket revenue growth with a primary focus on B2B clients, and dealer networks, commercial BID projects and Union projects (Secondary focus: B2G).”
Where deals come from: Not stated in the posting.

The Braun Read

Ask hard questions

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

Pay: No pay listed at all.
Transparency: Shares 1 of 5: quota, attainment, deal size, territory, sales cycle.
Pipeline: Doesn't say where pipeline comes from. Ask.
Time on market: Open 17 days.
Company hiring: 4 sales roles open, hiring at a steady pace.

Based only on what the posting says. Lights 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.
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.
What are the base and the OTE for this role?
No point investing hours before you know the number.
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.
Where does pipeline come from: inbound, SDRs, or me?
Tells you how much of your week is prospecting versus selling.
5.
How long is ramp, and what's the quota during it?
Full quota on day one means you start behind.
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.
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.
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.
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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Full posting

Crystalia Glass is seeking an experienced, high-energy, and strategic Head of Sales to spearhead sustainable revenue growth and expand our market presence in the U.S. We are looking for a growth-oriented builder rather than a maintainer—a commercial leader with a proven track record of driving business expansion, developing new market segments, scaling operations, implementing strict CRM discipline, and winning complex, high-ticket sales cycles. The ideal candidate comes from physical, custom, or manufactured product industries with long sales cycles and deep familiarity with the U.S. construction ecosystem, including commercial construction, Union environments, and public-sector bidding. Responsibilities: Business Scaling & Revenue Growth: Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy focused on building and expanding the business, capturing new market opportunities. Core Market Focus: Drive high-ticket revenue growth with a primary focus on B2B clients, and dealer networks, commercial BID projects and Union projects (Secondary focus: B2G). Team Leadership & Structure: Architect, develop, and lead high-performing sales teams. Manage sales managers, fostering a culture of accountability, high engagement, and professional growth. Operational Excellence & Analytics: Establish and enforce strict CRM discipline (we use HubSpot). Build, monitor, and analyze sales reports to optimize the sales funnel. End-to-End Sales Management: Oversee the full sales cycle, strictly controlling and optimizing critical metrics, including: - Pipeline & Forecast Accuracy - Conversion Rates & Sales Cycle / Lead Response Time - Discounting & Margin Control - CAC (Customer Acquisition Cost) / Cost of Sales - Performance by Team / by Channel - Quote / Estimate Process Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with marketing (experience in marketing is a strong plus), project managers, and estimating teams to ensure smooth execution, accurate quoting, and high client satisfaction. Requirements Experience: 7-10+ years of total experience in sales. - 3–5+ years in a sales leadership role (managing teams and other managers). - Proven experience managing sales volumes of $75M+. Industry Background: Strong background in any one of the following areas: custom construction, architectural products, building materials, windows & doors, commercial interiors, remodeling, millwork, cabinetry, stone, flooring, manufacturing, or installation. Sales Profile: Expert knowledge in B2B sales, dealer networks, and tenders/bidding processes (primary focus). Experience with government contracts is a plus. Product Type: Proven track record in physical, custom, or high-ticket products with a long sales cycle, involving manufacturing and/or installation. Skills & Attributes: - Data-driven mindset with advanced experience in CRM management, forecasting, and reporting. - Unrivaled negotiation, strategic planning, and margin control skills. - Exceptional leadership skills. Benefits - Competitive base salary + performance-based bonuses. - On-site role, Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM – 5:00 PM. - Complete ownership of the sales strategy and a chance to lead business expansion in a fast-growing U.S. company. - Opportunity to make a tangible, high-impact contribution to the business.

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