an AI startup that revolutionizes the security screening process with a worldwide presence and customers, is seeking an experienced Vice President of Sales to spearhead our expansion efforts across the EMEA markets.
As a senior member of the executive team, you will lead and mentor international sales and pre-sales teams, drive revenue growth, establish strategic partnerships, and position as an industry leader globally.
Key Responsibilities:
Develop and execute a focused sales strategy aimed at increasing revenue and expanding market share, particularly with airports, border control agencies, and national security bodies across EMEA and APAC markets
Build, lead, and mentor high-performing sales and pre-sales teams, setting clear goals, driving accountability, and fostering a culture of excellence
Initiate and continuously improve structured sales processes, methodologies, and operational cadences across the team
Develop customer pipeline and market presence across target regions
Hold a personal quota
Establish long-term partnerships with key customers, stakeholders, and regulatory bodies to ensure exceptional customer satisfaction
Identify and capitalize on new business opportunities, including untapped markets and strategic partnerships
Serve as an active member of the executive team, contributing to company-wide strategy, planning, global sales initiatives, and decision-making
Maintain ongoing and structured collaboration with Marketing, Customer Success, and Product & Development teams to ensure pipeline alignment, feedback loops, and go-to-market execution
Requirements: Proven management and leadership experience in sales, with a track record of managing complex, consultative sales cycles, including contract negotiation and closing high-value deals
Experience in a startup or high-growth technology environment, with the ability to operate in ambiguity, adapt quickly to change, and build scalable sales processes from the ground up
Proven ability to implement and embed sales processes, CRM discipline, and performance frameworks within a team
Proven sales experience with government agencies, airports, or national security bodies in EMEA and APAC markets
Experience in the Security Screening industry, with a solid understanding of X-Ray/CT security systems
A hands-on leader who can operate at both strategic and execution levels
Strategic thinker with a problem-solving mindset and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced startup environment
Excellent leadership, communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills
Bachelors Degree in Sales, Marketing, or Business
This position is open to all candidates.