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Director, Pre-Sales Global D&I

Planet
Location
Germany, Remote
Posted
13 days ago
Department
Sales Manager
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • 8+ years of relevant work experience
  • 6+ years of supervisory or leadership experience
  • 8+ years of professional experience in a Defence & Intelligence environment
  • Active Security Clearance or eligibility for clearance
  • Solid grasp of military planning and intelligence workflows
  • Experience navigating complex government sales cycles and defense contracting frameworks
Nice to have
  • Military / Veteran Experience
  • Experience with Sales Qualification frameworks and methodologies
  • Understanding of AI-Driven Geospatial Innovation
  • Experience co-selling and architecting solutions alongside major defense contractors
What the job really is

The Director of Pre-Sales, Global Defence & Intelligence at Planet is responsible for leading a global team of Pre-Sales Solution Architects, focusing on technical sales and account strategy tailored to national security and defense institutions. This role involves providing technical advice to defense customers, designing solutions for military operations, and collaborating with various internal teams to secure large-scale government contracts. The position requires strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of the defense sector.

Benefits
  • Paid time off including vacation, holidays and company-wide days off
  • Employee Wellness Program
  • Home Office Reimbursement
  • Monthly Phone and Internet Reimbursement
  • Tuition Reimbursement and access to LinkedIn Learning
  • Equity
Things to weigh
  • Remote position with expectation to work from an office 3 days per week if located near one
  • Role involves high visibility and influence, which may come with pressure
  • Complexity of government contracts may require extensive experience and patience
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