Proofpoint
Sr. Sales Operations Manager, Worldwide Sales
Proofpoint, Cincinnati, Ohio, United States, 45208
Senior Sales Operations Manager
About Us
We are the leader in human‑centric cybersecurity. Half a million customers, including 87 of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to protect their organizations. We’re driven by a mission to stay ahead of bad actors and safeguard the digital world. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.
How We Work At Proofpoint, you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity, guided by our BRAVE core values: Bold, Responsive, Accountable, Visionary, Exceptional.
The Role We’re looking for a highly analytical and business‑savvy
Senior Sales Operations Manager
to join our Worldwide Sales Operations team. In this individual‑contributor role you will drive sales performance and operational efficiency across our global sales organization, supporting GTM leadership through actionable insights, scalable processes, and strategic planning support.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting packages for pipeline, bookings, sales performance, and headcount.
Build rep‑, segment‑, and region‑level dashboards and scorecards.
Support forecasting processes through scenario modeling, variance analysis, and performance trending.
Provide reporting and insights for Quarterly Business Reviews, Board of Directors materials, Sales All Hands meetings, and other executive‑facing reviews.
Provide operational support across quota management, opportunity hygiene, pipeline metrics, and funnel performance analysis.
Contribute to territory assignment planning, headcount modeling, and capacity tracking with Sales Ops and GTM leadership.
Own the structure, governance, and maintenance of Salesforce CRM configuration and object model to ensure accurate reporting and sales execution.
Identify, document, and improve key sales workflows, policies, and rules of engagement.
Partner with Marketing Ops, Finance, and Business Systems to improve CRM data quality and pipeline accuracy.
Drive data cleansing initiatives and maintain documentation for critical sales operations procedures.
Administer and enhance planning workflows in Pigment, partnering with GTM leadership for scenario planning and modeling.
Support annual GTM and territory planning cycles, including modeling for quota, segmentation, and headcount capacity.
Provide operational and analytical support for long‑range planning, budget cycles, and sales strategy alignment.
Lead or co‑lead cross‑functional initiatives focused on sales process transformation, planning automation, and performance optimization.
Develop and present actionable insights from ad‑hoc analyses to support GTM decisions, investment trade‑offs, and territory performance.
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or finance required.
5–7+ years of experience in Sales Operations, Revenue Operations, Business Operations, or FP&A supporting large sales organizations (1K+ people); experience in B2B SaaS or cybersecurity is a strong plus.
Hands‑on experience with Salesforce, Pigment, or Anaplan Planning Tools; Power BI or SQL experience is a strong plus.
Experience working with Clari for forecasting and pipeline visibility.
Strong command of Excel, PowerPoint, financial modeling, and data visualization techniques (pivot tables, nested logic, advanced formulas, lookups, etc.).
Demonstrated success supporting global sales teams, including both direct and indirect channels.
Highly collaborative with strong communication and project‑management skills.
Proven ability to drive process improvements and scalable operational solutions.
Self‑starter with high attention to detail and a track record of independently driving business impact from ambiguous problems.
Strong sense of ownership and drive for excellence.
Why Join Us
Work on a high‑impact, global team at one of the cybersecurity industry’s most respected companies.
Help shape sales strategy and execution through meaningful insights and operational rigor.
Collaborate with talented, cross‑functional peers in a fast‑paced, growth‑focused environment.
Thrive in a mission‑driven culture that values innovation, accountability, and excellence.
Opportunities to grow into sales strategy, operations leadership, or planning roles across GTM functions.
Benefits & Compensation
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits
Learning & Development programs, including leadership workshops and mentoring opportunities
Flexible work environment (remote options, hybrid schedules, flexible hours)
Annual wellness and community outreach days
Recognition programs for contributions
Global collaboration and networking opportunities
Pay Transparency Base Pay Range:
SF Bay Area, New York City Metro Area
– $108,080.00 – $169,840.00 USD.
California (excludes SF Bay Area), Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Washington DC Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Virginia, and Alaska
– $90,580.00 – $142,340.00 USD.
All other cities and states excluding those listed above
– $81,130.00 – $127,490.00 USD.
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Sales and Business Development
Industries Computer and Network Security, Software Development
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How We Work At Proofpoint, you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity, guided by our BRAVE core values: Bold, Responsive, Accountable, Visionary, Exceptional.
The Role We’re looking for a highly analytical and business‑savvy
Senior Sales Operations Manager
to join our Worldwide Sales Operations team. In this individual‑contributor role you will drive sales performance and operational efficiency across our global sales organization, supporting GTM leadership through actionable insights, scalable processes, and strategic planning support.
Key Responsibilities
Deliver weekly, monthly, and quarterly reporting packages for pipeline, bookings, sales performance, and headcount.
Build rep‑, segment‑, and region‑level dashboards and scorecards.
Support forecasting processes through scenario modeling, variance analysis, and performance trending.
Provide reporting and insights for Quarterly Business Reviews, Board of Directors materials, Sales All Hands meetings, and other executive‑facing reviews.
Provide operational support across quota management, opportunity hygiene, pipeline metrics, and funnel performance analysis.
Contribute to territory assignment planning, headcount modeling, and capacity tracking with Sales Ops and GTM leadership.
Own the structure, governance, and maintenance of Salesforce CRM configuration and object model to ensure accurate reporting and sales execution.
Identify, document, and improve key sales workflows, policies, and rules of engagement.
Partner with Marketing Ops, Finance, and Business Systems to improve CRM data quality and pipeline accuracy.
Drive data cleansing initiatives and maintain documentation for critical sales operations procedures.
Administer and enhance planning workflows in Pigment, partnering with GTM leadership for scenario planning and modeling.
Support annual GTM and territory planning cycles, including modeling for quota, segmentation, and headcount capacity.
Provide operational and analytical support for long‑range planning, budget cycles, and sales strategy alignment.
Lead or co‑lead cross‑functional initiatives focused on sales process transformation, planning automation, and performance optimization.
Develop and present actionable insights from ad‑hoc analyses to support GTM decisions, investment trade‑offs, and territory performance.
What You Bring
Bachelor’s degree in a technical field or finance required.
5–7+ years of experience in Sales Operations, Revenue Operations, Business Operations, or FP&A supporting large sales organizations (1K+ people); experience in B2B SaaS or cybersecurity is a strong plus.
Hands‑on experience with Salesforce, Pigment, or Anaplan Planning Tools; Power BI or SQL experience is a strong plus.
Experience working with Clari for forecasting and pipeline visibility.
Strong command of Excel, PowerPoint, financial modeling, and data visualization techniques (pivot tables, nested logic, advanced formulas, lookups, etc.).
Demonstrated success supporting global sales teams, including both direct and indirect channels.
Highly collaborative with strong communication and project‑management skills.
Proven ability to drive process improvements and scalable operational solutions.
Self‑starter with high attention to detail and a track record of independently driving business impact from ambiguous problems.
Strong sense of ownership and drive for excellence.
Why Join Us
Work on a high‑impact, global team at one of the cybersecurity industry’s most respected companies.
Help shape sales strategy and execution through meaningful insights and operational rigor.
Collaborate with talented, cross‑functional peers in a fast‑paced, growth‑focused environment.
Thrive in a mission‑driven culture that values innovation, accountability, and excellence.
Opportunities to grow into sales strategy, operations leadership, or planning roles across GTM functions.
Benefits & Compensation
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits
Learning & Development programs, including leadership workshops and mentoring opportunities
Flexible work environment (remote options, hybrid schedules, flexible hours)
Annual wellness and community outreach days
Recognition programs for contributions
Global collaboration and networking opportunities
Pay Transparency Base Pay Range:
SF Bay Area, New York City Metro Area
– $108,080.00 – $169,840.00 USD.
California (excludes SF Bay Area), Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Washington DC Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Virginia, and Alaska
– $90,580.00 – $142,340.00 USD.
All other cities and states excluding those listed above
– $81,130.00 – $127,490.00 USD.
Seniority Level Not Applicable
Employment Type Full-time
Job Function Sales and Business Development
Industries Computer and Network Security, Software Development
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