Public Sector Sales Planning Lead - United States, SMGS Ops - WWPS Biz Strategy & Ops

DescriptionPublic Sector Sales Planning Lead - United StatesResponsible for Sales Operations, Business Intelligence, and Business financial analysis within the Worldwide Public Sector Sales Operations organization. This is a pivotal role that enables you to have significant business impact through your direct involvement in customer financial modeling, reporting, forecasting, data quality and operations support. The primary focus of this role is to lead sales planning activities in support of Sales Operations teams across the United States.The selected candidate will assist in the formalization of the financial and business reporting for teams across the United States within the Worldwide Public Sector. You will be establishing driving sales insights through operational metrics, and reports to support the rapid growth of the AWS public sector business.You will work in collaboration and coordination with Business Operations Leaders, Sales Directors, account and service teams, corporate finance. You will work with legal and compliance teams to ensure full compliance of government and Amazon policies, as well as evaluation and recommendation of new ways of conducting business that can help accelerate growth.Requires the ability to think strategically, act effectively, and display strong analytical and critical thinking skills. You should be able to build strong cross-group working relationships and demonstrate exceptional organizational skills and attention to detail.Key job responsibilities

Lead projects, programs and/or initiatives that improve sales productivity, increase operational efficiency, and/or establishes new processes needed by the Public Sector US business

Lead the development and tracking of metrics for new strategic programs.

Conduct analysis to identify trends and share finding with business leaders

Manage all aspects of Worldwide Public Sector financial reporting and analysis for a Business vertical ensuring timeliness, completeness and accuracy of reporting

Develop metrics and reports to manage sales pipeline, billed revenue and quota attainment

Coordinate with corporate teams to influence roadmap for enhanced business intelligence and CRM tools to support the business

Work with territory planning, segmentation & quota development

Assist in the creation and management of sales compensation plans, headcount tracking, and management

Identify reporting issues, gaps in processes, and drive timely resolution

Lead work streams aimed at automation and enhancement for the Public Sector US team.

Help WWPS Operations balance short term tactical goals with long term strategies

Strategic partner to the Sales Operations teams for Public Sector in the US

About the teamAbout AWSDiverse ExperiencesAWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying.Why AWS?Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.Inclusive Team CultureHere at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (gender diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.Mentorship & Career GrowthWe’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.Work/Life BalanceWe value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.About Sales, Marketing and Global Services (SMGS)AWS Sales, Marketing, and Global Services (SMGS) is responsible for driving revenue, adoption, and growth from the largest and fastest growing small- and mid-market accounts to enterprise-level customers including public sector.Basic Qualifications

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

7+ years of experience in the areas of finance, business management and/or sales operations in mid-to-large scale global Sales Organization

5+ years of experience with the development and implementation of systems, processes and tools utilized for CRM, variable compensation, revenue reporting, and forecasting

5+ years of experience using BI tools, CRM software, and Excel

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working within a high-growth, technology company would be beneficial

MBA with concentration in Business or Finance

Self-motivated, action-oriented, multi-tasking individual with a great sense of urgency and follow-through

Ability to conduct sophisticated and creative analysis of complex data and translate the results into actionable deliverables, messages, and presentations

Strong verbal and written communications skills as well as the ability to work effectively across internal and external organizations.

Exhibits sound business judgment, strong analytical skills, and a proven track record of taking ownership and leading data-driven analyses to support and grow a business.

Amazon is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request an accommodation, please visit https://www.amazon.jobs/en/disability/us.Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $120,500/year in our lowest geographic market up to $199,300/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. Dependent on the position offered, equity, sign-on payments, and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package, in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. For more information, please visit https://www.aboutamazon.com/workplace/employee-benefits. This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.