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Regional Sales Director - West

Redis · Remote · US

Base
$178K–$220K
OTE
Not disclosed
Posted
5d ago

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

What Redis sells

Keeps live data fast for apps and AI

Apps that need to respond in an instant, like fraud alerts or live inventory checks, slow down when their data sits in ordinary storage. Redis keeps that data in a super-fast spot that apps can reach right away. This helps those apps respond in real time, including AI tools that need live information.

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The Braun Read

Ask hard questions

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

Pay
Base is listed but not OTE. Ask what the variable is and how many people hit it.
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 5 days.
Company hiring
Ramping up: posted 6 sales roles in the last 30 days.

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 OTE, and what did the median rep earn last year?

    Base is what you're guaranteed. OTE and the median show the upside.

  3. 3.

    Who's the economic buyer, and who else is in the deal?

    Selling to a CFO and selling to a developer are different jobs.

  4. 4.

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

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

  5. 5.

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

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

  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 the regional sales team across the West for Redis, a fast-data platform. Owns forecasting, account planning, key-executive relationships, and team hiring; requires 30%+ travel.

Mixed

Selling motion

Mixed

Who you're selling to

Buyer:
Not stated in the posting.Ask: “Who's the economic buyer, and who else is in the deal?”

Pipeline expectations

Not stated in the posting.

Compensation

$178K–$220K base

What is not disclosed

This posting doesn't tell you:

  • OTE
  • Quota size
  • Quota attainment
  • Average deal size
  • Sales cycle length

The questions above cover the big ones.

Full posting
Who we are We're Redis. We built the product that runs the fast apps our world runs on. (If you checked the weather, used your credit card, or looked at your flight status online today, you’re welcome.) At Redis, you’ll work with the fastest, simplest technology in the business—whether you’re building it, telling its story, or selling it to our 10,000+ worldwide customers. We’re creating a faster world with simpler experiences. You in? Why would you love this job? The Regional Sales Director will have leadership responsibility for the sales activities and operations across the West. Ideally this person will be located in the Western Region. The objective of this role is to lead a growing team of sales pros in the region who are focused on expanding our growing customer base and generating more business from current customers. For this critical position we are seeking a thoughtful, disciplined and passionate leader who will bring significant experience and credibility to the West Coast team. The Ideal candidate will have experience leading a quarterly-focused technology company through a period of successful and rapid growth. Have personal success in sales and sales management, with a consistent history of high performance. A naturally strategic focus with the ability to also lead by example; will not hesitate to get into the details of the business to help their team execute. The skills and personality to prioritize and juggle multiple tasks simultaneously What you’ll do: - Drive both strategic account planning and flawless tactical execution - Manage accurate monthly and quarterly forecasting across the region - Nurture broad, high-value key client executive relationships to ensure customer retention and loyalty - Oversee the planning and implementation of regional marketing/sales programs - Maintain appropriate reporting systems to participate in meetings and business reviews - Recruit, train and manage a world-class sales organization - Grow and accelerate the sales funnel across the region What will you need to have? - At least three years of proven sales team management and four years of direct sales experience - A deep understanding of subscription sales models & strategic SW licensing - Ability to measure and analyze KPI’s using existing analytical tools, driving a team to overachieve - Strong organizational skills with a problem-solving, ”can do” attitude - Availability to work remotely and travel at least 30% of your work time - A 4-year university degree Extra great if you have: - Database sales experience - SFDC experience is a plus The estimated gross base annual salary range for this role is $178,000 - $220,000 per year in New York, California, Washington, Colorado, and Rhode Island. Actual compensation may vary and is dependent on various factors, including a candidate’s work location, qualifications, experience, and competencies. Base annual salary is one component of Redis’ total compensation and competitive benefits package, which may include 401(k), unlimited time off, learning and development opportunities, and comprehensive health and wellness benefits. This role may include discretionary bonuses, stock options, commuter benefits based on location, or a commission plan. Salary history is not used in compensation package decisions. Redis utilizes market pay data to determine compensation, so posted compensation ranges are subject to change as new market data becomes available. As a global company, we value a culture of curiosity, diversity of thought, and innovation from our employees, customers, and partners. Redis is committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment where all employees’ differences are celebrated and supported, and everyone feels safe to bring their authentic selves to work. Redis is dedicated to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national orientation, sexual orientation, age, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, Veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law. We strive to create a workplace where every voice is heard, and every idea is respected. Redis is committed to working with and providing access and reasonable accommodation to applicants with mental and/or physical disabilities. If you think you may require accommodations for any part of the recruitment process, please send a request to recruiting@redis.com. All requests for accommodations are treated discreetly and confidentially, as practical and permitted by law. Any offer of employment at Redis is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check, consistent with applicable laws. Redis reserves the right to retain data longer than stated in the privacy policy https://redis.com/legal/privacy-policy/ in order to evaluate candidates.
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