VP of Sales - Public Sector

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CohereEnterprise AI
Candidates must be based in North America to be considered for this career opportunity.Full-TimeVp
SalaryCanada: On-Target Earnings (OTE) Compensation Range. $560K – $675K • Offers Equity
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Job Details

Experience
10+ years of PUBSEC sales and leadership experience
Required Skills
Artificial IntelligenceBusiness DevelopmentCustomer Success

Requirements

  • Have 10+ years of public sector sales and leadership experience.
  • Have led go-to-market efforts and driven revenue growth for fast-paced technology organizations.
  • Have an established network that includes federal agencies, prime contractors, and industry associations.
  • Have a proven track record leading capture and consultative solution sales and business development efforts.
  • Understand regional procurement and budget cycles, customer success, and resource allocation.
  • Be able to build cross-functional relationships and influence at all levels.
  • Be comfortable coordinating across teams and regions in a matrix environment.
  • Be able to work independently and take an entrepreneurial, builder-oriented approach.
  • Be based in North America.
  • Be willing to travel 25–40%.
  • Experience in AI or a related industry is highly desirable.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and lead a public sector go-to-market strategy and sales plan to drive revenue growth and market expansion.
  • Provide sales and operational leadership to the PUBSEC sales team.
  • Partner with Marketing, Product, and Engineering to align sales efforts with company goals.
  • Represent Cohere at public sector events and with regulators and government agencies.
  • Manage relationships with government decision-makers and partners.
  • Identify business opportunities and negotiate and close high-value deals.
  • Collaborate with global teams to strengthen anchor relationships and establish enterprise project implementation practices.
  • Maintain client engagement throughout project lifecycles.
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Canada: On-Target Earnings (OTE) Compensation Range. $560K – $675K • Offers Equity
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