Establish DTEX’s first Deals Desk program, defining structure, process, and governance to support a hyper-growth SaaS business
Provide frameworks and guidance for pricing, discounting, and packaging to protect margin while enabling competitive flexibility
Define and enforce approval thresholds for non-standard deal terms, ensuring efficiency and consistency
Partner with Legal to align contracts with company policies, compliance, and risk management requirements
Work with Finance to ensure contracts comply with ASC 606 and revenue recognition best practices
Improve workflows between CRM, CPQ, billing, and ERP systems to reduce friction and errors in the sales cycle (quote-to-cash efficiency)
Implement policies that reduce business risk while maintaining customer satisfaction (governance & risk mitigation)
Deliver reporting and analysis on deal velocity, discount trends, ASP, and margin impact to guide leadership decisions
Report directly to the CRO and serve as a key member of the revenue leadership team; partner cross-functionally with Sales, Finance, Legal, and Operations
Minimal travel required; attendance at quarterly business reviews and annual planning sessions expected
Requirements
7+ years of experience in Deals Desk leadership, commercial finance, or management consulting with direct exposure to enterprise SaaS deal structures
Proven success founding, building, or scaling Deals Desk programs in early-stage or hyper-growth technology companies
Strong understanding of SaaS pricing models (subscription, usage-based, tiered), discounting frameworks, and multi-year deal structures
Experience managing cross-functional processes spanning Sales, Finance, Legal, and Operations
Strong knowledge of revenue recognition principles (ASC 606) and their application in SaaS agreements
Demonstrated ability to balance deal velocity with governance
Executive presence and communication skills with the ability to influence CRO, CFO, and Legal leadership
Bachelor’s degree required; MBA or advanced degree in Finance, Accounting, or Business preferred
Willingness to travel minimally and attend quarterly business reviews and annual planning sessions
Benefits
Competitive compensation
Equity participation
Health and wellness benefits
Generous time-off policies
Flexibility – Work in a hybrid or remote environment
Growth & Development – opportunities for professional development and advancement
Thriving Company Culture – values-driven environment that prioritizes respect, inclusion, and collaboration
Impact from Day One – Build and lead DTEX’s first Deals Desk function
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