Manager, East Coast Commercial

PitchBook Data•New York, NY

12h•Onsite

About The Position

PitchBook’s Commercial organization is a key driver of our growth—fueling both new client acquisition and long-term account success. From initial outreach to product demonstrations and deal closure led by our New Business team, and the ongoing relationship management provided by our Account Managers, each team plays a vital role. Together, they form a collaborative and high-impact organization that helps shape PitchBook’s market presence and deliver meaningful value to our clients. PitchBook’s Manager, Commercial plays a critical role in driving growth through hands-on leadership, coaching, and operational excellence. This role leads a team of Sales Representatives and Account Managers, providing day-to-day guidance, support, and motivation to help team members reach individual and collective goals. Additionally, this role is responsible for fostering a collaborative and high-performing team environment, ensuring team members are equipped with the skills, resources, and feedback needed to succeed. By developing team members, tracking progress toward goals, and addressing challenges promptly, the Manager, Commercial ensures consistent achievement of objectives and contributes to PitchBook’s overall success.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required
5+ years of experience in sales or account management, including 2+ years in a supervisory or team leadership role
Proven success managing opportunities and workflows using Salesforce or similar CRM platforms
Strong negotiation skills with a demonstrated ability to close complex deals effectively
Deep understanding of financial markets or services, especially private equity and venture capital
Passionate about coaching, career development, and training to build and sustain top-performing sales teams
Self-motivated and goal-oriented, with a collaborative mindset and ability to thrive in team environments
Operates with a strong sense of urgency and consistently delivers results under pressure
Highly curious and solutions-focused, with a positive and resilient attitude
Exceptional organizational skills with the ability to lead and manage large, distributed teams
High emotional intelligence and the ability to build trust across diverse teams and stakeholders
Outstanding verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence at all levels
Experience using Outreach, Gong, or similar sales performance management tools to drive team effectiveness
Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, Word, and Excel, with a demonstrated ability to quickly learn new systems and software
Must be authorized to work in the United States without the need for visa sponsorship now or in the future

Responsibilities

Lead, coach, and support a team of Sales and/or Account Managers to achieve and exceed individual and team revenue targets
Monitor and manage team pipeline health within assigned segment, ensuring accurate forecasting and consistent performance
Drive individual and team performance by providing regular feedback, setting clear expectations, and performance management to address gaps and support ongoing growth
Guide performance through goal setting, coaching, and constructive feedback, ensuring team members meet expectations and continuously improve
Drive a culture of accountability by assessing performance, delivering actionable feedback, and facilitating professional development for team members
Support team members in complex negotiations and deal structuring, ensuring alignment with company policies and business objectives
Ensure team adherence to established sales processes, company policies, and compliance requirements
Foster team engagement and a positive work environment, promoting collaboration and well-being
Prepare and communicate regular pipeline and forecasting reports for assigned segments
Participate in recruiting, onboarding, and developing new team members to support team growth and capability
Collaborate with other managers and cross-functional partners to execute sales initiatives and contribute to overall revenue strategy
Support the vision and values of the company through role modeling and encouraging desired behaviors
Participate in various company initiatives and projects as requested