SVP, Sales - Data Cloud - AMER & EMEA

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Location: This role leads an international team and can be based in any major hub in AMER or EMEA. It does not require relocation.

Summary:
Salesforce seeks an inspiring and transformative SVP of Sales to lead Data Cloud sales in AMER and EMEA. This impactful role requires a visionary leader with the ability to shape the direction of Data Cloud, Salesforce’s data platform. The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in data platforms, data analytics, and cloud technologies, combined with a proven track record of driving revenue growth and building high-performing, resilient sales organizations.

As SVP of Data Cloud - AMER and EMEA, you will be at the forefront of revolutionizing customer data platforms. Leading a distinct specialist sales team, you will empower them with the tools and expertise to maximize the impact of Data Cloud, while fostering cross-functional collaboration. Your leadership will drive a sales organization known for its exceptional growth, enduring success, and deep influence within the Salesforce ecosystem. By championing our core values of trust, customer success, innovation, equality, and sustainability, you will set a new standard for excellence and inspire others to follow.

We seek a dynamic leader with advanced technical sales expertise and a deep understanding of data and cloud technologies. In this role, you will partner closely with prospective clients to address their most pressing challenges and showcase how Data Cloud can deliver customized solutions to meet their most critical business needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Data Cloud Leadership: Define and lead distinct, compelling visions for Data Cloud. As the leader of this critical team, you will drive exceptional performance across a specialized sales team while fostering cross-functional collaboration to maximize the impact within the broader Salesforce organization.

• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with various Salesforce functions (Sales, Account Management, Marketing, Finance, Employee Success, and Recruiting) to maximize resources for Data Cloud. Leverage feedback from customers and internal teams to influence product development and refine the strategic roadmap.

• Growth Strategy: Jointly own the long-term growth strategy for Data Cloud. Identify new opportunities within industry verticals, expand business channels, and cultivate strategic partnerships to drive business growth and expansion.

• Team Leadership & Talent Development: Build and lead a high-performing team for Data Cloud, driving recruitment, development, coaching, and performance management. Foster a diverse and inclusive culture that aligns with Salesforce's core values of trust, customer success, innovation, equality, and sustainability, while cultivating the next generation of Salesforce talent.

Required Qualifications:

• Expertise in data platforms, cloud technologies, and data analytics, with a strong ability to communicate complex technical solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences.

• Proven experience in leading third or fourth-line strategic sales teams at national or global levels, with a track record of exceeding revenue targets.

• Demonstrated success in recruiting, developing, and retaining high-performing teams.

• Ability to drive organizational transformation, foster cultural change, and implement continuous improvements in high-growth environments.

• Deep experience in managing relationships within highly matrixed organizations and collaborating across multiple business units.

• Strong operational and a