Enterprise Sales Director

Leads full enterprise sales cycles, builds pipelines, closes high-value deals, and shapes sales strategy in an early-stage AI startup. Requires top-performer track record in B2B SaaS, early-stage experience, and in-person commitment.

About the job

Key Responsibilities

Lead the entire enterprise sales cycle from opportunity to close, partnering directly with founders and cross-functional teams.
Build and manage a robust pipeline of enterprise prospects, proactively driving deals.
Deeply understand client needs and pain points, and develop tailored solutions leveraging FurtherAI’s platform.
Act as the primary point of contact for clients through discovery, demos, negotiations, and account management.
Provide clear, accurate forecasts and CRM updates; collaborate closely with SDR, product, and marketing teams.
Contribute to ongoing improvements in our sales strategy, pitch, and go-to-market approach.

What You Bring (Non-Negotiables)

Recent, Top-Performer Experience: Have directly carried quota and consistently ranked at (or near) the top among sales peers in enterprise or mid-market (if exceptional) B2B environments.
Enterprise Sales Focus: Track record of closing complex enterprise deals; ability to own and drive the full sales cycle, ideally in SaaS or related tech sectors.
Early-Stage Prowess: Early-stage startup experience is essential (preferably with a successful, high-growth company). Experience reporting to founders is a major plus.
In-Person Presence: Willing and able to work on-site in San Francisco 5 days per week (with some flexibility as needed). Someone who thrives on energy, collaboration, and pace of an office environment.
Unmatched Drive: Demonstrated hunger to win, grit, and a willingness to do what it takes – open to long days, eager to learn, and motivated to prove yourself in a demanding environment.
Cultural Alignment: Thrives in high-ownership, high-urgency cultures. Not afraid to roll up your sleeves and handle ambiguity and chaos.