Field Excellence Lead - Federal

NetApp•Vienna, VA

18d•$140,000 - $180,000•Hybrid

About The Position

As the Field Excellence Lead, Federal , you will sit at the center of everything that makes sales teams successful: onboarding, deal reviews, MEDDICC coaching, opportunity strategy, district summits, continuous learning, and execution excellence. You will be the single point of Field Excellence support for the Federal sales organization , partnering closely with sales leadership, district managers, and sellers to improve deal quality, execution rigor, and outcomes. You'll be in the field, in the room, on the call, and in some cases, in the deal. This role requires field credibility, Federal business fluency, and the ability to influence experienced sales leaders . If you love helping teams win the hardest deals, raising the bar on how sales operates, and being the person everyone calls when things matter, this role was built for you.

Requirements

7+ years of recent or current experience supporting Federal sales teams , either: In a direct sales role (AE, Sales Leader, Sales Manager), or In a sales enablement, field excellence, or sales operations role with deep field exposure.
Proven field credibility, ability to coach experienced Federal sellers and leaders with confidence and authority.
Strong understanding of Federal sales motions, procurement cycles, and deal complexity .
Hands-on experience with deal reviews, MEDDICC (or similar methodology), opportunity coaching, and forecasting discipline .
Background in the technology sector (infrastructure, SaaS, cloud, or related technologies).
Excellent facilitation, communication, and executive presence, comfortable leading sessions with senior sales leaders.
Ability and willingness to be frequently on-site in Tysons Corner; must live in the DMV region.

Nice To Haves

Experience supporting large, matrixed sales organizations.
Experience designing and delivering onboarding or leadership development programs.
Comfort operating independently as the sole Field Excellence lead for a segment.

Responsibilities

Serve as the primary Field Excellence partner for the Federal sales organization.
Lead and facilitate deal reviews, MEDDICC reviews, and opportunity coaching for complex and high-priority Federal opportunities.
Partner closely with District Sales Managers and sales leadership to improve inspection, execution rigor, forecasting accuracy, and deal strategy.
Design and deliver onboarding programs for new Federal sales hires, ensuring rapid ramp and strong field readiness.
Plan and execute District Sales Manager Summits , leadership workshops, and ongoing enablement sessions aligned to Federal business needs.
Drive continuous learning programs focused on sales methodology, value selling, deal management, and Federal-specific selling motions.
Act as a trusted advisor to the field, providing real-time coaching on active deals , not just theoretical training.
Collaborate with Sales, RevOps, and Enablement partners to align messaging, tools, and execution, while keeping the field experience front and center.
Identify gaps in execution and proactively create programs, workshops, or coaching to address them.
Maintain a strong on-site presence in Tysons Corner , building trust and visibility with the Federal sales team.

Benefits

comprehensive benefits package. This may cover Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement or Pension Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO), various Leave options, Performance-Based Incentives, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stocks (RSU's), with all offerings subject to regional variations and governed by local laws, regulations, and company policies.
At NetApp, we embrace a hybrid working environment designed to strengthen connection, collaboration, and culture for all employees.
Our volunteer time off program is best in class, offering employees 40 hours of paid time per year to volunteer with their favorite organizations.
We provide comprehensive medical, dental, wellness, and vision plans for you and your family.
We offer educational assistance, legal services, and access to discounts.
Finally, we provide financial savings programs to help you plan for your future.

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