Head of Sales (SaaS)

TL;DR

Head of Sales (SaaS): Driving commercial growth across the Netherlands and the UK within the public sector (Education, Government, Public Health) with an accent on consultative selling and strategic market expansion. Focus on scaling the commercial organization, navigating complex public procurement cycles, and integrating AI tools for sales forecasting and prospecting.

Location: Hybrid (Must be based in the Netherlands, near Den Bosch) with regular travel to the UK.

Salary: Approximately €115,000 OTE

Company

hirify.global provides software for public organizations to plan, prioritize, and deploy capacity more effectively to address societal challenges.

What you will do

• Lead commercial growth and set the strategic direction for the Netherlands and UK markets.
• Manage and coach the sales team while actively closing high-value deals and deepening client relationships.
• Drive revenue generation specifically within the education, government, and public health sectors.
• Collaborate with marketing and product development to translate market insights into product improvements.
• Leverage AI tooling for prospecting, pipeline analysis, and sales forecasting.

Requirements

• 8–10+ years of commercial experience, specifically in B2B SaaS sales.
• Proven track record with complex sales cycles, including tenders and public procurement.
• Experience in both the Dutch and UK markets.
• Excellent presentation skills and fluency in English and Dutch.
• University degree level of thinking and working.
• Willingness to travel to the UK regularly.

Culture & Benefits

• Significant autonomy and direct influence over commercial strategy and professionalization of sales.
• Personal development and continuous investment in AI applications.
• Comprehensive package including a contribution-free pension, 8% holiday allowance, and a mobility budget of €750/month.
• Flexible working hours with a fully equipped home workspace allowance.
• 26 holiday days with the option to purchase additional days.
• Positive, collaborative culture with regular team outings and societal contributions.