Senior Manager, Key Accounts Sales

Remote from
USA
Salary, yearly, USD
328,000 - 490,000
Department
Sales
Employment type
Full Time,
Job posted
Apply before
5 Aug 2026
Experience level
Senior
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98 / 7

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AI Summary

Affirm seeks a Senior Manager for Key Accounts Sales to lead a team of Account Executives in driving strategic partnerships across Travel, New Markets, and Canadian key accounts. This role involves executing go-to-market plans, managing executive relationships, and overseeing complex commercial negotiations. The manager will coach the team, optimize pipeline performance, and collaborate cross-functionally to launch and expand merchant relationships. The position reports to the Director of Key & Enterprise Sales and offers a significant compensation package.

Role DNA

Job Complexity
Easy Hard
Pace & Pressure
Relaxed Fast-paced
Autonomy Level
Guided Full Ownership
Communication Load
Independent Highly Collaborative
AI Insight The role requires leading a team of senior sales professionals, managing high-stakes strategic partnerships, and navigating complex cross-functional deals, which demands advanced negotiation and leadership skills.

Salary Analysis

Median Above Market
USD409,000
US Market
USD180k โ€“ 320k
0 USD450k
AI Insight The offered salary range of $328,000 - $490,000 is well above the market median for similar senior manager roles in key accounts sales, which typically ranges from $180,000 to $320,000. This reflects Affirm's competitive compensation strategy and the strategic importance of the role.

Dear Hiring Team,

I am excited to apply for the Senior Manager, Key Accounts Sales position at Affirm. With over 10 years of experience in enterprise sales and team leadership, I have a proven track record of driving revenue growth through strategic partnerships and go-to-market execution. At my previous company, I led a team that secured multi-million dollar deals with top-tier travel and eCommerce merchants, resulting in a 40% increase in partner revenue.

I am particularly drawn to Affirm's mission to make credit more honest and friendly, and I see a strong alignment with my own values of transparency and customer-centricity. My expertise in managing complex sales cycles, building executive relationships, and leveraging data to optimize team performance makes me well-suited to lead your Key & Enterprise Sales portfolio.

I look forward to the opportunity to discuss how I can contribute to Affirm's growth and success.

Sincerely,
[Your Name]

Describe your experience leading a team of senior sales executives. How do you ensure they meet targets while developing their skills?
I have led a team of 6 account executives for 3 years. I set clear individual and team targets aligned with company goals, hold weekly 1:1s to provide coaching on deal strategies, and use win/loss analysis to identify skill gaps. I also encourage peer learning and provide access to sales training programs. This approach resulted in the team exceeding quota by 20% last year.
How would you approach building a go-to-market plan for a new vertical, such as healthcare within Travel?
I would start by segmenting the market, identifying top-tier merchants based on transaction volume and strategic fit. Then, I'd prioritize accounts with high potential for buy-now-pay-later integration. I'd collaborate with product and marketing to tailor our value proposition, and set up a pilot program. Finally, I'd establish KPIs and a feedback loop to refine the plan.
Give an example of a complex deal you orchestrated across multiple functions. How did you ensure alignment?
I led a partnership with a major airline that required input from legal, risk, and product teams. I created a cross-functional deal team with clear owners and weekly syncs. I managed expectations by sharing a mutual action plan and risk register. We successfully launched the partnership on time, resulting in a 15% increase in bookings.
How do you handle underperforming team members while maintaining team morale?
I address underperformance early with specific feedback and a performance improvement plan. I focus on identifying root causesโ€”whether skill, motivation, or resource gapsโ€”and provide tailored support. I also celebrate wins publicly to maintain morale. If improvement doesn't happen, I manage out respectfully.
How would you use data and AI tools to improve sales team efficiency?
I would leverage AI-powered call analysis to extract insights from sales conversations and identify best practices. I'd use CRM data to forecast pipeline accurately and run regular reviews. For instance, at my last role, we implemented a tool that summarized calls and suggested next steps, reducing admin time by 10 hours per week.

Affirm is reinventing credit to make it more honest and friendly, giving consumers the flexibility to buy now and pay later without any hidden fees or compounding interest.

About the Revenue Team:

The Revenue team drives Affirmโ€™s top-line growth through strategic partnerships, pricing, and go-to-market execution. We acquire, retain, and expand merchant relationships across eCommerce, in-store, telesales, and the Affirm app. The team leads onboarding, relationship management, and performance optimization to help partners succeed. We deliver value-added solutions, drive adoption, and support long-term business growth by connecting merchants and consumers through Affirmโ€™s products.

About the Role:

Weโ€™re looking for a Sr. Manager, Key & Enterprise Sales (US + CA) to lead a portfolio of strategic opportunities across Travel and New Markets in the US and all Key accounts in Canada. Reporting to Director & Head of Key & Enterprise Sales for Travel, New Markets, and International, this leader will oversee 6 experienced Account Executives and work with some of Affirmโ€™s most strategic merchants across airlines, OTAs, hotels, car rental, cruises, healthcare and the largest Canadian accounts across all verticals.

This leader will execute and evolve the go-to-market plans in partnership with senior leadership, build executive relationships, guide complex commercial opportunities, and turn strategy into measurable business results. They will lead a high-impact team and partner across the business to help Affirm win, launch, and grow strategic merchant relationships.

What Youโ€™ll Do:

  • Lead and mentor a team of mid-to-senior-level Key and Enterprise Account Executives, helping them develop strategies to win new business and expand existing partnerships.

  • Own executive stakeholder management for the segment: communicate progress and risks early, align on tradeoffs, and support senior leadership decision-making; lead executive-level negotiations with strategic partners.

  • Execute and continuously refine the US Travel & New Markets and Key CA GTM plans and operating rhythm (segmentation, coverage, merchant prioritization, pipeline inspection), partnering with Sales Ops/RevOps to improve forecasting accuracy, operational effectiveness, and team performance.

  • Lead cross-functional deal orchestration for priority opportunities, building alignment across Legal, Product, Risk, and Client Success to navigate complex deal requirements and drive successful outcomes.

  • Navigate complex and ambiguous commercial situations, balancing merchant needs, business objectives, operational constraints, and risk considerations to make informed decisions.

  • Recruitment & Team Development: Support hiring, onboarding, and calibration for the team in partnership with sales leadership and People, ensuring swift decision-making and momentum.

  • Drive team execution across deals, providing hands-on coaching from pipeline development through negotiation and close; leverage AI-enabled call/notes synthesis and deal-cycle organization (e.g., mutual action plans, risk capture, next steps) to remove blockers and maintain a high bar for deal quality.

  • Partner with Client Success, Product, and Technical Account Management to ensure a smooth launch and strong early performance for newly signed merchants; proactively manage escalations and post-close handoffs.

  • Identify and drive first-year expansion opportunities (cross-channel, multi-brand, or new use cases) for Travel and New Markets partners, in alignment with leadership priorities.

  • Bring structure and innovation to sales execution and pipeline management, including standardization of deal artifacts and operating cadences, improving efficiency and consistency across the team.

  • Hold the team accountable for performance, providing timely coaching, feedback, and development while creating clarity around priorities, execution expectations, and business outcomes.

  • Represent Affirm at industry events and conferences relevant to Travel and priority new markets, strengthening our position in the market.

  • Travel regularly to lead executive engagements, accelerate deal cycles, and facilitate team planning sessions and off-sites.

What We Look For:

  • 10+ years of solution selling experience, including 3+ years of leadership experience managing high-performing sales teams.

  • A strategic and hands-on sales leader with a deep understanding of enterprise sales and complex deal structures.

  • Experience translating strategy into operational plans and team execution, driving sustained results through forecasting rigor, pipeline inspection, and strong cross-functional collaboration.

  • Demonstrated ability to drive cross-functional execution across Product/Legal/Risk/CS for complex enterprise partnerships.

  • Demonstrated operational excellence in forecasting, pipeline management, and sales execution.

  • Demonstrated ability to navigate ambiguity, solve complex business problems, and make sound decisions with incomplete information.

  • Proven track record of selling into large, enterprise merchants; Travel experience strongly preferred (and/or experience incubating new verticals/markets).

  • Strong alignment with Affirmโ€™s mission, with a passion for building financial products that improve lives.

  • Strong executive presence and ability to build relationships with senior stakeholders internally and at major brands.

  • An active networker who can broker warm leads and open doors to new opportunities.

  • A structured, organized leader who brings new ways of thinking and managing to the team.

  • A proactive, entrepreneurial mindset with the ability to navigate ambiguity and drive initiatives forward.

  • A strong coach and mentor who holds the team accountable and provides real-time, constructive feedback to improve performance.

  • Willingness to travel regularly to support deal acceleration, industry events, and team collaboration.

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Pay Grade – M

Equity Grade – 10

Employees new to Affirm typically come in at the start of the pay range. Affirm focuses on providing a simple and transparent pay structure which is based on a variety of factors, including location, experience and job-related skills. For sales roles, the range provided is the roleโ€™s On Target Earnings (“OTE”) range, which includes the annual base pay and the sales incentive target.

Base pay is part of a total compensation package that may include equity rewards, monthly stipends for health, wellness and tech spending, and benefits (including 100% subsidized medical coverage, dental and vision for you and your dependents.)

USA On Target Earnings (CA, WA, NY, NJ, CT) per year: $370,000 – $490,000

USA On Target Earnings (all other U.S. states) per year: $328,000 – $448,000

Please note that visa sponsorship is not available for this position.

#LI-Remote

Affirm is proud to be a remote-first company! The majority of our roles are remote and you can work almost anywhere within the country of employment. Affirmers in proximal roles have the flexibility to work remotely, but will occasionally be required to work out of their assigned Affirm office. A limited number of roles remain office-based due to the nature of their job responsibilities.

Weโ€™re extremely proud to offer competitive benefits that are anchored to our core value of people come first. Some key highlights of our benefits package include:ย 

  • Health care coverage – Affirm covers all premiums for all levels of coverage for you and your dependentsย 
  • Flexible Spending Wallets – generous stipends for spending on Technology, Food, various Lifestyle needs, and family forming expenses
  • Time off – competitive vacation and holiday schedules allowing you to take time off to rest and recharge
  • ESPP – An employee stock purchase plan enabling you to buy shares of Affirm at a discount

We believe Itโ€™s On Us to provide an inclusive interview experience for all, including people with disabilities. We are happy to provide reasonable accommodations to candidates in need of individualized support during the hiring process.

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