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Join Payhawk as a Commercial Director to Shape the Future of Spend Management in the DACH Region
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Berlin, Germany
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Organisation summary
Payhawk is a trailblazing spend management platform aiding businesses in streamlining their finances by integrating company cards, expenses, and accounts payable. With a customer base spanning 32 countries and offices across major cities, Payhawk is well-positioned for growth, supported by top-tier investors. This is an opportunity to join an innovative team in a company that values dynamic and efficient finance solutions.
Role Summary
- Drive new business revenue targets in the DACH region.
- Develop and execute regional growth strategies.
- Lead recruitment and team enablement for scaling success.
- Collaborate with Regional Marketing Directors for targeted outcomes.
Role Requirements
- Minimum 7 years in a leadership/senior sales role.
- Proven success in a hyper-growth startup environment.
- Experience in SaaS sales and scaling new territories.
- Leadership qualities that motivate and inspire.
- Familiarity with sales tools such as Salesforce and LinkedIn Sales Navigator.
- Understanding of Oracle Netsuite, Microsoft Dynamics, or SAP ecosystems is a plus.
Benefits
- 30 days paid holiday leave.
- Competitive salary package.
- International office exchange opportunities.
- Flexible working hours and home-office options.
- Regular international team events.
- Monthly travel allowance with Payhawk product usage.
Please note: Visa sponsorship is not available, and proof of eligibility to work in Germany is required. Payhawk is committed to equal opportunity employment.
Company Mission Payhawk is the leading global spend management solution for scaling businesses. Headquartered in London and combining company cards, reimbursable expenses and accounts payable into a single product; its future-facing technology enables finance teams to control and automate company spending at scale. The Payhawk customer base includes fast-growing and mature multinational companies in 32 countries including LuxAir, Gtmhub, and Wagestream. With offices in New York, London, Berlin, Barcelona, Paris, Amsterdam and Sofia; Payhawk is backed by renowned investors such as Lightspeed Venture Partners, Greenoaks, QED Investors, Earlybird Digital East, and Eleven Ventures.
The Role In line with our rapid growth strategy, we are looking for a Commercial Director to expand our Market share in the DACH region. As a key market for the business, the Commercial Director will have overall responsibility for the new business revenue target and our development of the region. This role will report directly to the VP of Sales and work effectively and efficiently to set the strategy, recruit, enable the team, prioritise key targets, work closely with the Regional Marketing Directors and drive successful outcomes.
Job Requirements At least 7 years of proven experience in a similar role. Proven experience of over-achievement in a leadership or senior sales role such as Commercial Director, Head of Sales or General Manager. +2 years experience in a Hyper-Growth Startup. Success in launching and scaling a business in a new and competitive territory. Experience selling SaaS products to midmarket companies (100-1000 employees) in an outbound motion. A natural leader who inspires the team. An energetic and highly-motivated individual with a strong desire to work in a dynamic tech start-up environment. Experience with Salesforce, Salesloft, Linkedin Sales Navigator, Lusha, Kaspr. Experience with the ecosystems of Oracle Netsuite, Microsoft Dynamics or SAP is considered a plus.
Benefits 30 days holiday paid leave. Competitive compensation package. Exchange policy to another Payhawk office (London, Paris, Barcelona, Sofia, Amsterdam). Flexible working hours and opportunity to work from home. Regular international team-wide events. Opportunity to use the Payhawk product with a monthly travel allowance.
Please note that unfortunately we cannot provide visa sponsorship, and to be considered for this role, candidates must be able to provide proof of their eligibility to work in Germany. Payhawk is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, or disability status.
