What are the responsibilities and job description for the Sales System Manager position at Toptal?
About Toptal
Toptal is a global network of top talent in business, design, and technology that enables companies to scale their teams, on-demand. With $200 million in annual revenue and team members based around the globe, Toptal is the world’s largest fully remote workforce.
We take the best elements of virtual teams and combine them with a support structure that encourages innovation, social interaction, and fun. We see no borders, move at a fast pace, and are never afraid to break the mold.
Job Summary:
As Sales System Manager, you will be responsible for owning and optimizing our sales systems, processes, and technologies to drive efficiency, productivity, and revenue growth. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in sales operations, CRM administration, and process improvement.
We are looking for someone passionate about systems, with a strong product background, and an understanding of how sales tools impact revenue by connecting the intricacies of these tools to the sales process. This role requires a curiosity for solving complex challenges. You will ensure that our Sales team has the necessary tools and optimized workflows to effectively manage their daily responsibilities. Additionally, you will provide support and coordinate with various Customer stakeholders to advance internal project initiatives and drive process improvements. In this role, you will act as the owner of all customer tools, overseeing their usage, vendor management, process improvements, and more.
This is a remote position. We do not offer visa sponsorship or assistance. Applicants must be authorized to work in the US at the time of hire. Resumes and communication must be submitted in English.
Responsibilities:
The following information is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all duties, responsibilities, or required skills.
- Lead key projects related to the optimization of the sales tools (SFDC, Salesloft, Gong, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, among others).
- Manage a small team focused on account assignment, overseeing all sales tool administration and leading enrichment efforts to ensure data accuracy and process efficiency.
- Manage the configuration and ensure an optimized set-up for our sales tools to ensure it meets the needs of our sales team and aligns with business objectives.
- Implement and manage integrations between our sales tools to streamline processes and improve data accuracy.
- Manage the renewal, licensing, budget, and features of customer sales tools, ensuring they are configured effectively to meet the needs of our business and sales team.
- Develop and maintain sales processes and workflows within the CRM system and tools, including lead management, opportunity tracking, and forecasting.
- Develop and maintain comprehensive documentation for sales tools and processes, ensuring consistency and ease of access for the team.
- Provide training and support to sales team leaders and members on CRM best practices, processes, and system functionality.
- Partner with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Engineering, and Product, to ensure alignment and integration of sales systems and processes.
- Coordinate work and prioritization for Salesforce Product Enhancement between Customer and Engineering.
- Stay informed about industry best practices, emerging technologies, and trends in sales operations to continuously improve our sales systems and processes.
- Willingness to roll up your sleeves and actively engage in day-to-day operations, tackling challenges and driving solutions across the sales systems landscape.
Qualifications and Job Requirements:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Sales, Marketing, or related field is required.
- 5 years of experience in sales operations, CRM administration, or a related field.
- Proven experience administering and optimizing CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce, HubSpot).
- Experience with sales process design, implementation, and optimization.
- Salesforce Administrator certification is strongly preferred.
- Experience with sales enablement tools and technologies (e.g., sales engagement platforms, analytics tools) is a plus.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze data, identify trends, and make data-driven recommendations.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams.
- Highly organized with the ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously.
- Collaborative. Nothing we do is done in isolation. Your success depends on your ability to work with a team and cross-functionally.
- Proactive. Understand our shared mission, and be willing to put in the work required to drive us to that goal.
- Organized. The nature of this role requires that you understand multiple priorities and the timelines associated with each and execute with operational efficiency being top of mind.
- Meticulous. Toptal is a fast-paced environment, requiring outstanding attention to detail and an understanding of key priorities and initiatives.
- Coachable. This role requires the ability to synthesize feedback and put it into action.
- Executive Communicator. In our fully remote organization, strong communication is imperative. Excellent communication in all forms across a wide variety of personality types, roles, and geographies - is paramount to success.
- Trusted Business Partner. You must be relationship-driven.
- Innovator: This role favors those experienced in successfully launching externally facing materials to sales teams.
- You don’t take yourself too seriously; you have a sense of humor and are comfortable with sarcasm.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced, rapidly growing company and handle a wide variety of challenges, deadlines, and a diverse array of contacts.
- You must be a world-class individual contributor to thrive at Toptal. You will not be here just to tell other people what to do.
Essential Job Functions
- Regularly and reliably attend scheduled virtual team meetings on camera.
- Work independently with minimal supervision.
- Use all required digital collaboration tools.
- Prioritize and self-manage workflows and deadlines.
US FLSA Classification: Full-Time/Exempt
The US-based salary range for this full-time position is $70,000 - $90,000 per year. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.
Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Please note that the US-based salary range does not include the value of Toptal’s benefit offerings. In the US, Toptal’s benefit offerings include participation in a 401(k) retirement plan; medical, dental, and vision health insurance plans; basic life insurance coverage and short-term and long-term disability coverage; access to flexible spending, dependent care, and health savings accounts; access to telehealth virtual doctors; an employee assistance program; and flexible paid time off.
Salary : $70,000 - $90,000