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This senior finance and sales-operations leadership role owns the end-to-end design, administration, analysis, and payout governance of global sales incentive programs. The manager will develop compensation metrics and plan structures, oversee commissions and incentives, and analyze non-standard deal structures and their financial impacts. Success requires close partnership with Sales, RevOps, Finance, Total Rewards, and Legal, alongside executive-ready reporting on quota attainment, capacity, and compensation effectiveness. The position includes people management and combines strategic program design with hands-on operational ownership in a fast-paced, remote-first organization.
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I would begin by clarifying growth objectives, go-to-market motions, role segmentation, and the behaviors the business needs to encourage. I would model multiple plan scenarios using historical attainment, capacity, cost-of-sales, and payout data, then align on a design with Sales, Finance, RevOps, and Total Rewards. Before launch, I would document policy rules, build an enablement plan, test calculations, and establish dashboards to monitor effectiveness and unintended outcomes.
I use a controlled operating process that starts with clear plan documentation, clean CRM and compensation-system data, defined crediting rules, and a published calendar. I build validation checks for eligibility, bookings, quotas, rates, accelerators, and exceptions, and reconcile payout files before approval. I also maintain an auditable exception workflow and communicate proactively with payroll, finance, and sales stakeholders.
I assess the deal's revenue profile, margin, payment terms, discounting, contract duration, renewals, risk, and impact on sales crediting and incentive cost. I compare the proposed structure with standard policy and model financial outcomes under alternative scenarios. I then provide decision-makers with a concise recommendation that balances customer value, commercial objectives, seller motivation, and compensation-governance consistency.
For executives, I would focus on strategic rationale, modeled financial impact, risks, and the decisions required. For sales teams, I would use clear examples that show how earnings are calculated, what changed, why it changed, and where to get help. I would reinforce the rollout through written plan documents, manager enablement, live training, FAQs, and a structured feedback process.
I would monitor quota attainment distribution, participation rates, payout-to-target ratios, compensation cost of sales, revenue productivity, ramp performance, retention, and the frequency of exceptions or disputes. I would segment results by role, region, and sales motion to identify inequities or misaligned incentives. The analysis would combine quantitative results with feedback from sales leaders and representatives to recommend targeted adjustments.
Webflow is the agentic web marketing platform for modern marketing teams, helping organizations build, manage, and optimize high-performing web experiences that drive predictable growth and strengthen brand trust. Building at Webflow will need grit, because we move fast, without ever sacrificing craft or quality.
We’re looking for a Senior Manager, Sales Compensation to lead the design, execution, and analysis of our global incentive programs and non-standard deal structures. In this highly cross-functional role, you’ll own the full compensation lifecycle—from plan design to payouts—while also overseeing non-standard deal analysis and strategy. You’ll partner closely with Sales, RevOps, and Legal to ensure our compensation and deal frameworks drive sustainable growth, align with company goals, and motivate high performance.
About the role:
- Location: Remote-first (United States; BC & ON, Canada)
- Full-time
- Permanent
- Exempt
- The cash compensation for this role is tailored to align with the cost of labor in different geographic markets. We’ve structured the base pay ranges for this role into zones for our geographic markets, and the specific base pay within the range will be determined by the candidate’s geographic location, job-related experience, knowledge, qualifications, and skills.
- United States (all figures cited below are in USD and pertain to workers in the United States)
- Zone A: $188,000 – $235,000
- Zone B: $176,000 – $220,000
- Zone C: $164,500 – $206,000
- Canada (all figures cited below are in CAD and pertain to workers in Canada)
- 205,000 – 256,000
- United States (all figures cited below are in USD and pertain to workers in the United States)
This role is also eligible to participate in Webflow’s company-wide bonus program. Target amounts are a percentage of base salary and vary by career level. Payouts are based on company performance against established financial and operational goals.
Please visit our Careers page for more information on which locations are included in each of our geographic pay zones. However, please confirm the zone for your specific location with your recruiter.
- Application Information:
- Application deadline: applications accepted on an ongoing basis until position is closed and filled
- This posting is for an existing vacancy
- Reporting to the VP, Finance
As a Senior Manager, Sales Compensation, you’ll:
- Lead the annual sales compensation design process from start to finish, including selecting compensation metrics, designing plan structures, and overseeing the successful rollout and enablement for the sales team.
- Own the complete administration of sales compensation plans, ensuring the timely and accurate payout of commissions and incentives while managing all related policies and documentation.
- Partner closely with leadership in Sales, Finance, and Total Rewards to ensure that all compensation and incentive programs, including SPIFFs and partnerships agreements, are aligned with strategic business priorities and drive a pay-for-performance culture.
- Deliver insightful analytics and reporting to leadership on key performance indicators such as quota attainment, capacity modeling, and compensation effectiveness.
- Manage and develop a team responsible for sales compensation and deal strategy, including a direct report focused on the financial impacts of non-standard deal structures.
About you:
Requirements:
- 8+ years of experience in sales compensation, sales operations, finance, or a related field; minimum 1 year of people management experience.
- Strong analytical, financial modeling, and problem-solving skills, with the ability to translate complex data into clear and actionable insights for an executive audience.
- Deep expertise in developing, administering, and communicating sales compensation plans to various audiences, from sales representatives to senior leaders.
- Experience partnering with cross-functional stakeholders including Sales, Legal, and HR; proven ability to influence senior leadership.
- Proficiency with compensation platforms and CRM systems (e.g., CaptivateIQ, Xactly, Salesforce); familiarity with deal desk or custom pricing strategies is a plus.
You’ll thrive as a Senior Manager, Sales Compensation if you:
- Are energized by solving complex problems and using compensation as a strategic lever to drive sales performance.
- Excel at collaborating with and influencing a wide range of cross-functional partners and stakeholders, including senior leadership.
- Are a data-driven decision-maker who is adept at using analytics to not only identify trends but to also build a compelling case for change and improvement.
- Possess a strong sense of ownership and a proactive, problem-solving mindset that allows you to be effective in a fast-paced and rapidly growing organization.
- Excel at leading and mentoring teams, while also being comfortable rolling up your sleeves to get things done.
- Stay curious and open to growth — demonstrating a proactive embrace of AI, and actively building and applying fluency in emerging technologies to elevate how we work, drive faster outcomes, and expand collective impact.
Our Core Behaviors:
- Build lasting customer trust. We build trust by taking action that puts customer trust first.
- Win together. We play to win, and we win as one team. Success at Webflow isn’t a solo act.
- Reinvent ourselves. We don’t just improve what exists, we imagine what’s possible.
- Own it all the way. We move fast because the moment demands it, and we hold ourselves accountable to deliver outcomes — for each other, and for customers.
Benefits
- Ownership in what you help build. Every permanent Webflower receives equity (RSUs) in our growing, privately held company.
- Health coverage that actually covers you. Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans for full-time employees and their dependents, with Webflow covering most premiums.
- Support for every stage of family life. 12 weeks of paid parental leave for all parents and 6+ weeks of additional paid leave for birthing parents. Plus inclusive care for family planning, menopause, and midlife transitions.
- Time off that’s actually off. Flexible vacation, paid holidays, and a sabbatical program to help you recharge and come back inspired.
- Wellness for the whole you. Access to mental health resources, therapy and coaching.
- Invest in your future. A 401(k) with 100% employer match (up to $6,000/year) in the U.S., and support for retirement savings globally.
- Monthly stipends that flex with your life. Localized support for work and wellness expenses — from Wi-Fi to workouts.
- Bonus for building together. All full-time, permanent, non-commission employees are eligible for our annual WIN bonus program.
Temporary employees may be eligible for paid holiday and time off, statutory leaves of absence, and company-sponsored medical benefits depending on their Fixed Term Contract and their country/state of employment.
Remote, together
At Webflow, equality is a core tenet of our culture. We are an Equal Opportunity (EEO)/Veterans/Disabled Employer and are committed to building an inclusive global team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, beliefs, and experiences. Employment decisions are made on the basis of job-related criteria without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, Webflow will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Please note:
We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Upon interview scheduling, instructions for confidential accommodation requests will be administered.
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