Director, Go-to-Market Strategy and Operations Interlock Lead (GS&O)

Autodesk is a company that creates innovative software for various industries, helping to transform ideas into reality. They are seeking a Director of Go-to-Market Strategy and Operations to translate sales priorities into clear operational requirements and manage a team of analysts to align sales strategies with operational goals.

Responsibilities:

• Serve as the primary liaison between Sales leadership and Go-to-market Strategy & Operations; translate field priorities into clear requirements and a prioritized roadmap
• Lead a team of analysts to drive alignment between Go-to-market Strategy & Operations & Sales organizations
• Maintain a set cadence with Go-to-market Strategy & Operations teams to track delivery, manage dependencies, and unblock risks
• Oversee requirements from sales leadership & field for sales plays, enablement materials, operational support, pricing model, and compensation & portfolio plans
• Drive field adoption (e.g. partner with Go-to-Market Enablement to launch training and communications); set utilization and process-adherence targets
• Oversee adequate deal support services (e.g. Deal Desk, Partner Operations) for field needs
• Publish leadership-level materials on progress, risks, and ROI; surface trade-offs with options and recommendations

Requirements:

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Sales, Operations Management, or a related field
• A minimum of 7-10 years of experience in sales operations, business operations, or sales enablement, with at least 3-5 years in a leadership role
• Proven experience in managing global sales operations and ensuring alignment with strategic priorities
• Strong understanding of sales enablement processes, including the development and adoption of dashboards, tools, and best practice processes
• Demonstrated ability to track and triage success risks for ongoing initiatives, ensuring all GS&O activities meet Worldwide Sales (WWS) needs
• Excellent project management skills with experience defining and managing requirements for Sales Plays, Sales Process Documentation, and Tooling
• Analytical skills with the ability to gather field feedback, identify bottlenecks, and develop strategies to improve sales process adherence and tool utilization
• Strong business acumen and strategic thinking skills with the ability to align sales operations initiatives with overarching business goals and sales priorities
• Proven leadership experience with the ability to manage, mentor, and develop a high-performing sales operations team
• Strong decision-making skills with experience in resource allocation and project prioritization to maximize strategic outcomes
• Ability to manage cross-functional teams and collaborate effectively with other departments, including Sales, Marketing, and Customer Success
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly and persuasively
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build and maintain relationships across various functions and levels within the organization
• Effective collaboration skills with experience coordinating weekly initiative updates and summarizing updates for senior leadership
• Proficiency in sales operations platforms, CRM systems, and project management tools
• Familiarity with analytics and data visualization tools to track and report on sales operations metrics and KPIs
• Experience in developing and executing enablement and adoption management strategies based on field needs and strategic priorities
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to define requirements, gather feedback, and develop effective sales operations strategies
• Proven track record in managing field feedback and requirements concerning Deal Desk, Partner Helpdesk, and Pricing
• Experience in triaging success risks and providing summary updates on initiatives to senior leadership
• An advanced degree (MBA) is preferred
• High level of integrity, professionalism, and commitment to operational excellence and business success
• Strong focus on customer and sales satisfaction with the ability to understand and address their needs and challenges
• Flexibility and adaptability to respond to changing business needs and priorities in a dynamic environment