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Senior Manager, New Business DACH & Benelux
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- 28 Nov 2026
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The role, at a glance.
Twilio is hiring a senior sales leader to manage a New Business Account Executive team focused on DACH and Benelux enterprise customers. The manager will build and coach a distributed team, drive outbound pipeline generation, oversee forecasting, and accelerate new-logo acquisition across Twilio’s CPaaS and SaaS portfolio. This role requires substantial people-management experience in API-based communications or SaaS sales, complex enterprise negotiations, and cross-functional leadership. Candidates must be fluent in German or Dutch and may work remotely from the UK, Ireland, or Spain, with approximately 25% travel. Success depends on consistently exceeding revenue goals while operating independently in a fast-moving, ambiguous environment.
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I start by defining clear hiring criteria, territory coverage, sales stages, and measurable activity and pipeline expectations. I combine structured onboarding, regular deal reviews, and individual coaching plans, then use conversion and attainment data to identify where each seller needs support. This creates accountability while helping the team improve consistently.
I use a disciplined forecast process based on verified customer outcomes, stakeholder mapping, next steps, deal stage criteria, and historical conversion rates. I inspect deals with account executives weekly, distinguish pipeline from commit opportunities, and communicate risks early. This gives leadership a realistic view while allowing the team to take corrective action before quarter end.
I would segment the market by ideal customer profile, maturity, vertical, and buying triggers, then align outbound plays to the strongest use cases for Twilio’s platform. I would coordinate closely with marketing, partners, and services to create targeted campaigns and executive engagement. Performance would be measured through pipeline creation, conversion quality, sales-cycle progression, and new-logo revenue.
I would first diagnose whether the issue was capability, pipeline quality, process discipline, territory design, or motivation. I would set a documented improvement plan with focused coaching, observable weekly milestones, and support such as call reviews or joint account planning. This approach is fair, data-driven, and gives the representative a clear path to success.
I establish predictable communication cadences, transparent dashboards, and clear decision rights so the team can operate independently. I balance group sessions with one-to-one coaching, create opportunities for peer learning, and adapt communication to local market realities. Periodic in-person customer and team interactions can complement, rather than replace, strong remote operating practices.
About this role.
Who we are
At Twilio, we’re shaping the future of communications, all from the comfort of our homes. We deliver innovative solutions to hundreds of thousands of businesses and empower millions of developers worldwide to craft personalized customer experiences.
Our dedication to remote-first work, and strong culture of connection and global inclusion means that no matter your location, you’re part of a vibrant team with diverse experiences making a global impact each day. As we continue to revolutionize how the world interacts, we’re acquiring new skills and experiences that make work feel truly rewarding. Your career at Twilio is in your hands.
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Hiring and how we work
We use Artificial Intelligence (AI) to help make our hiring process efficient. That said, every hiring decision is made by real Twilions!
Also, while we are a remote-first company, you may be asked to report in person on an ad-hoc basis for team gatherings, functional off-sites or customer meetings.
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See yourself at Twilio
Join the team as Twilio’s next Sales Senior Manager, New Business Accounts DACH & Benelux.
About the job
This position is needed to lead one of our New Business Account Executive teams selling into DACH & Benelux within the EMEA Region. Reporting into our EMEA Regional Vice President for South & DACH, the right person for this role is an experienced sales leader who is adept at building high-performing teams of solution-selling Account Executives disciplined in driving new logo acquisition and expanding market presence.
Responsibilities
In this role, you’ll:
- Build and manage a high performing team of account executives focused on acquiring new enterprise customers and driving new logo growth.
- Coach and lead a team to identify and execute targeted outbound prospecting strategies across the entire portfolio of Twilio Products.
- Enable and coach your team around how to engage across various levels of customer maturity and segmentation.
- Work closely with our Marketing, Professional Services & Partner teams to build a robust pipeline and accelerate time-to-value for new prospects.
- Forecast your team overachieving on their goals, and deftly present your guidance to your management
Qualifications
Twilio values diverse experiences from all kinds of industries, and we encourage everyone who meets the required qualifications to apply. If your career is just starting or hasn’t followed a traditional path, don’t let that stop you from considering Twilio. We are always looking for people who will bring something new to the table!
*Required:
- 7+ years of managerial experience within a high performing CPaaS, Communications or API based company.
- Experience in building teams, driving pipeline creation, managing monthly forecasting, supporting fiscal planning, and tracking revenue for new business accounts.
- Experience managing a remote team spread across different countries.
- Consistent track record of exceeding revenue targets and business objectives.
- Industry experience in selling CPaaS or SaaS and managing complex sales negotiations.
- Highly analytical and data driven; an innovative thinker and creative problem solver who is naturally curious.
- A self-starter who can work with minimal supervision to drive results.
- Comfortable with ambiguity and working cross-functionally in a high growth business landscape.
- BA/BS degree or equivalent required.
- Energy and enthusiasm with a willingness to travel.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills and strong executive presence.
- Ability to influence and build effective working relationships with all levels of the organisation.
- Fluent in German or Dutch
Location
This role will be remote, and based in UK, Ireland or Spain.
Travel
We prioritize connection and opportunities to build relationships with our customers and each other. For this role, approximately 25% travel is anticipated to help you connect in-person in a meaningful way.
What We Offer
Working at Twilio offers many benefits, including competitive pay, generous time off, ample parental and wellness leave, healthcare, a retirement savings program, and much more. Offerings vary by location.
Twilio thinks big. Do you?
We like to solve problems, take initiative, pitch in when needed, and are always up for trying new things. That’s why we seek out colleagues who embody our values — something we call Twilio Magic. Additionally, we empower employees to build positive change in their communities by supporting their volunteering and donation efforts.
So, if you’re ready to unleash your full potential, do your best work, and be the best version of yourself, apply now! If this role isn’t what you’re looking for, please consider other open positions.
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