Director of Brand Partnerships, VP Sales (Creator Economy, Influencer Marketing Platform)

Kyra is a pioneering tech-powered creative agency at the forefront of the creator marketing revolution. We specialize in launching high-impact campaigns for global brands and we’ve worked with the likes of Nike, L'Oréal, and eBay. Our shift from a media production company to a platform-centered business underscores our enduring commitment to empowering creators worldwide, enabling them to monetize their passions 🤑

Following our recent successful $10 million Series A funding round, we have launched the Kyra Platform. Our innovative dual-purpose platform enables creators to monetize their passions and provides brands a unique marketplace for launching trend-aligned campaigns that maximize ROI. The Kyra Platform is redefining collaboration between brands and TikTok creators.

Check out some of our recent success stories: here

Role Overview

Reporting to: Dev Karaca, Co-Founder & CEO

Location: Fully Remote - EST/PST Time Zone

Salary: Dependent on experience + commission scheme

We are seeking an exceptional sales professional with extensive experience in business development, particularly within influencer marketing platforms or the creator economy. This dynamic role involves forging strategic partnerships and driving revenue growth.

You will:

• Develop and refine strategies to acquire new business, enhance sales, and expand market penetration.
• Create Go-to-Market sales plans aligned with global directives to surpass annual revenue targets of $3M to $5M.
• Implement value-based selling techniques and foster a culture of consultative sales.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers at prospective and existing clients.
• Define and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) to evaluate the success of sales initiatives.
• Conduct data analysis and draw own insights to determine next steps and continuously improve sales performance.
• Skillfully negotiate contracts, manage sales data, and optimize follow-up actions and retention strategies.
• Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to ensure sales strategies complement product development, marketing, and client services.

Skills & Experience:

We believe that to thrive in this role you will need:

• 5-10+ years of experience in influencer marketing, ad tech, or the creator economy, with a consistent track record of generating and closing new business.
• Experience in developing and executing global sales plans and scaling revenue.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, empathy, and a respectful approach to client interactions, understanding the value drivers in recurring revenue models.
• A solid background in market research, sales techniques, and negotiation principles.
• A proactive, results-driven approach, skilled at creating opportunities and driving significant market penetration.

🙌 What we’ll offer you:

Remote Working: Enjoy the flexibility to work remotely or use our co-working spaces 🌐

Flexible Hours: We empower our team to manage their schedules, balancing work and personal life ⏳

Vacation Policy: Benefit from 25 vacation days plus 8 public holidays each year 🏖️

Wellness Leave: Take up to four weeks of paid sick leave to maintain your health 💜

Structured Onboarding: Experience structured support during your initial weeks to ensure a successful start 🤝

Skill Development: Take advantage of an annual budget for personal training and professional growth 📈

Employee Assistance: Access comprehensive resources for all your professional and personal needs ❤️

Retirement Plan: Contribute to a pension or 401k plan to secure your future 💰

Health Coverage: US employees have access to private medical insurance 🏥

Inclusive Culture: Join a vibrant, creative, and diverse team 🌟

🕵️ Hiring Process (Remote)

1. ‘Story Swap’ with our Head of People (30 mins)
2. Capabilities Interview with our CEO (1 hour)
3. Task to be completed virtually and presented to our CEO and a member of our Sales team
4. (1 hour)

💟 Support

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