Enterprise Sales Director (Ongoing Recruitment)

Enterprise Sales DirectorFuel Cycle empowers leading organizations with agile research solutions that deliver decision-ready insights — fast, flexible, and fully integrated. As a market research disruptor, our AI-powered Insights Platform is built for speed, precision, and scale. With cutting-edge tools and seamless audience connectivity, we help brands ditch the guesswork and make smarter, customer-led decisions at lightning speed.Join a high-growth team where curiosity is valued, ownership is encouraged, and your work drives real-world impact. Whether you're based at our Los Angeles HQ, New York City hub, working remotely across the U.S., or part of our global team in India, you'll help shape the future of decision intelligence for some of the world's most iconic brands.We are seeking a dynamic and results-driven Enterprise Sales Director to join our high-performing sales team during an exciting period of growth. This role can be based anywhere in the US and involves building a sales pipeline and driving new business revenue across various industries within your regional territory. As an individual contributor, you will lead and manage efforts from lead generation through to sales close. The ideal candidate is a true sales hunter with market research knowledge, a passion for technology, and a proven track record of exceeding revenue goals. Fuel Cycle fosters a customer-obsessed culture, empowering each team member to work passionately and make a significant impact.Location: Los Angeles, CAWork Arrangement: This is an onsite role requiring five days per week in the office.Key Responsibilities:Sales Pipeline Development & ManagementProactively identify and pursue new business opportunities, mapping key stakeholders and decision-makers within target accounts.Build and maintain a robust pipeline through outbound prospecting, industry events, partner engagement, and strategic research.Ensure disciplined pipeline hygiene with accurate, timely forecasting and reporting to drive visibility and predictability.Deal Leadership & ConversionOwn the full sales cycle from discovery through close, advancing opportunities with urgency, rigor, and executive presence.Deliver tailored proposals, ROI analyses, and persuasive pitch decks that tie platform insights and industry trends directly to client business challenges.Drive competitive positioning by differentiating our solution against alternatives and securing stakeholder alignment at all levels.Revenue Growth & Executive RelationshipsConsistently achieve and exceed quarterly and annual new business revenue targets.Build and sustain executive-level relationships with C-suite and senior decision-makers, positioning yourself as a trusted advisor in the buying process.Execute multi-threaded engagement strategies within target accounts to accelerate deal velocity and close rates.Cross-Functional PartnershipCollaborate with Marketing, Business Development, and Product teams to design and execute targeted account strategies.Share frontline insights to influence product roadmap, marketing messaging, and go-to-market strategy.Actively contribute to organizational best practices for enterprise deal execution and strategy.Strategic Account PenetrationDevelop and execute account-based strategies to break into high-value enterprise targets.Leverage data, insights, and executive relationships to expand influence across business units and geographies within target accounts.Create long-term strategies that establish our solution as essential to solving priority business challenges.Your Success Metrics:Quarterly and annual revenue targets met or exceededNumber of new business opportunities identified and convertedQuality and accuracy of pipeline reporting and forecastingChurn rate post-salesWho you'll work with?VP, Customer ExperienceDirector, Customer ExperienceMarketing, Business Development Reps, and Product teamsCore Skills, Competencies & Attributes:CompetenciesInsight-Led Consultative Sales: Ability to build credibility and trust with prospects by uncovering business challenges and tailoring solutions informed by data and market intelligence.Negotiation & Executive Influence: Skilled in using persuasion, benchmarking insights, and strategic storytelling to align multiple stakeholders and secure executive buy-in.Data-Driven Decision Making: Proficient at leveraging analytics, competitive intelligence, and research to shape sales strategy, prioritize opportunities, and drive business impact.Market Research & Industry Knowledge: Experience applying market research methodologies and industry trend analysis to identify new opportunities, position solutions, and differentiate in competitive landscapes.Technical SkillsProduct & Insight Enablement: Ability to rapidly gain product fluency and translate platform intelligence into consultative insights for prospects.Executive Presentation Development: Ability to create and deliver compelling, insight-rich pitch decks and sales presentations that resonate with C-suite and senior decision-makers.Analytical & Research Skills: Strong analytical capabilities for synthesizing market research, customer data, and competitive intelligence into actionable sales strategies.Salesforce & CRM Expertise: Proficiency in Salesforce.com for pipeline management, forecasting, and tracking account activity, with familiarity in advanced CRM and sales automation tools.SaaS Business Acumen: Deep understanding of SaaS solutions, subscription-based models, and recurring revenue strategies in enterprise environments.Personal AttributesSelf-starter with a track record of generating new business opportunities.Highly motivated and goal-oriented.Organized with excellent time management skills.Effective communicator with strong relationship-building capabilities.Strategic thinker with the ability to execute tactically.Adaptability to changing market conditions and customer demands.What you'll bring:Bachelor's degree required5+ years of experience in technology sales (SaaS and Market Research sales preferred)Prior experience selling Market Research or Consumer Insights toolsProven track record of excellence with year-over-year quota attainmentBenefits & Perks:Fuel Cycle is committed to supporting the well-being, flexibility, and growth of our team. We offer a competitive and inclusive benefits package that includes:Comprehensive Health Coverage: Medical, dental, and vision insurance plans401(k) with Company Match: Plan for your future with our retirement savings programEquity Purchase Option: Participate in Fuel Cycle's long-term successFlexible Work Schedule: Empowering you to balance life and workGenerous Time Off:15 vacation days and 7 sick days per year12 company holidays4 floating holidays/recharge days to rest or celebrate what matters to youPaid Parental Leave: Time to bond with your growing familyMonthly Internet & Phone Stipend: Support for remote work setupWellness & Lifestyle Perks: Access to tools like Rightway (healthcare navigation), Headspace (mental wellness), Peloton (fitness), and moreTeam Connection Perks:Weekly community lunches, refreshments, and snacks at our LA & NY headquartersCompensation Overview:The expected starting salary range for this position is $110,000 - $140,000. This range represents the typical starting compensation offered to candidates hired into this role. Final base salary will be determined based on a variety of factors, including location, work experience, skills, knowledge, education, and certifications.Fuel Cycle utilizes a three-market compensation approach based on work location:Los Angeles-based office employees: $110,000 - $140,000New York City-based office employees: $110,000 - $140,000Remote employees in