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Founding Sales

Paris (On-site) Full Time On Site
Equity: BSPCEs offered as part of the founding team package.
Apply Now Posted 6 months ago
About the Role

Join CROWN as our Founding Sales Lead to disrupt the procurement industry through AI-powered execution. This is a high-impact role for a strategic operator ready to bridge the gap between initial sales execution and building a world-class revenue engine.

Responsibilities
  • Lead end-to-end sales execution, including qualification, discovery, and closing strategic enterprise deals.
  • Manage the full sales pipeline and conversion metrics to drive revenue growth.
  • Refine company messaging, Ideal Customer Profile (ICP), and sales cycles based on direct market feedback.
  • Evolve the Go-To-Market (GTM) strategy and strengthen internal sales processes and tooling.
  • Take full ownership of the BDR function to ensure a consistent top-of-funnel flow.
Requirements
  • Proven track record in complex B2B or Enterprise sales execution.
  • Demonstrated hands-on grit with the ability to close deals in an early-stage environment.
  • Experience building and scaling sales processes and systems from the ground up.
  • Fluency in French and English (written and spoken).
  • Ability to work on-site in central Paris.
Success Metrics
  • Successful closure of initial strategic deals.
  • Establishment of a scalable and repeatable sales process.
  • Growth and optimization of the BDR function.
Benefits

Comprehensive benefits package including competitive base salary, variable pay, and equity.

About CROWN

CROWN is on a mission to augment procurement teams with AI-powered execution. We are transforming how companies manage their procurement operations by providing tools that handle the heavy lifting, allowing teams to focus on strategy and value creation.

Work Environment

High-standards, hands-on environment in a central Paris office.

Interview Process

Our process typically includes an initial screening call, a deep-dive interview on sales methodology, and a meeting with the founding team.

CROWN is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.