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Vice President, Federal Sales - Sonatype

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Job Title
Vice President, Federal Sales
Job Location
US - Remote
Job Description
Sonatype is the software supply chain management company. We're on a mission to change how the world innovates by making enterprise software development with open source and AI/ML easier and more secure. Sonatype created the software supply chain management category, is a pioneer in the open source community, and has a leadership position in the DevSecOps industry.

From running the world's largest repository of Java open source components (Maven Central), to inventing modern artifact management with Nexus Repository, and to introducing the world’s only solution that stops malicious open-source malware in its tracks, we're constantly innovating and serving thousands of organizations and over 15 million developers around the world.

We have lofty goals for our technology and intelligence to power all software engineering and security teams. And, we need you to do that.Join us!

Learn more at www.sonatype.com.


The Vice President of Federal Sales is a critical leadership position responsible for driving Sonatype's Federal sales initiatives and developing a winning strategy to capture this dynamic and growing market opportunity. The ideal candidate will bring extensive Federal sales expertise, a strong network of relationships within Federal agencies, and a proven track record of exceeding sales targets while building and scaling high-performing teams.

If you’re a high-performing Federal sales leader with a passion for building impactful teams and delivering exceptional results, we’d love to hear from you.


Key Responsibilities
  • Develop, evolve, and execute a comprehensive Federal sales and marketing strategy.
  • Demonstrate a thorough understanding of the Federal sales cycle, including navigating partner networks and procurement processes.
  • Identify, source, and cultivate new sales opportunities across Federal agencies.
  • Analyze market dynamics to maximize existing successes and identify new growth opportunities.
  • Build and nurture key relationships with stakeholders and decision-makers across the Federal sector.
  • Collaborate with strategic partners to develop competitive, winning offers.
  • Provide clear guidance to proposal teams by articulating key stakeholder expectations.
  • Recruit, manage, and develop a high-performing team of Federal sales representatives and solutions architects.
  • Establish operational command of the Sonatype Federal Business, including scaling pipelines and developing annual, quarterly, and monthly plans aligned with company objectives.
  • Serve as the "ambassador" of Sonatype's Public Sector business within the Federal community, influencing company objectives through innovation, partnerships, and incentive strategies.
  • Key Competencies and Qualifications
  • Minimum of 10 years of experience in Federal software sales, with at least 4 years in a Federal sales leadership role.
  • Extensive and up-to-date contact list within the Federal agency community.
  • Deep understanding of Federal infrastructure, agencies, and procurement processes.
  • Proven track record of consistently meeting or exceeding established goals and objectives.
  • Strong ability to build and scale Federal sales operations with a results-oriented mindset.
  • Experience developing and executing multi-year growth strategies aligned with company objectives.
  • Exceptional ability to identify and develop new leads, leveraging strong prospecting and cold-calling skills.
  • Demonstrated success in building and maintaining relationships with Federal stakeholders, decision-makers, and partners.
  • Experience conducting product demos and effectively communicating technical solutions to Federal clients.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • A highly motivated, results-driven leader with the grit, determination, and energy required to build an exceptional Federal sales business.
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    Sonatype Headquarters Location

    Fulton, MD

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    Sonatype Company Size

    Between 500 - 1,000 employees

    Sonatype Founded Year

    2008

    Sonatype Total Amount Raised

    $154,707,328

    Sonatype Funding Rounds

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    • Private Equity

      $80,000,000 USD

    • Private Equity

      $30,000,000 USD

    • Series C

      $25,000,000 USD

    • Series B

      $9,999,999 USD

    • Series A

      $5,207,329 USD

    • Series A

      $4,500,000 USD