Director, Renewal Sales Americas

What makes us Qlik?

A Gartner® Magic Quadrant™ Leader for 15 years in a row, Qlik transforms complex data landscapes into actionable insights, driving strategic business outcomes. Serving over 40,000 global customers, our portfolio leverages pervasive data quality and advanced AI/ML capabilities that lead to better decisions, faster.

We excel in integration and governance solutions that work with diverse data sources, and our real-time analytics uncover hidden patterns, empowering teams to address complex challenges and seize new opportunities.

The Director, Renewal Sales Role

We are seeking a highly motivated Director, Renewal Sales for the Americas Region. This role will report directly to the Vice President, Global Renewals, and will be part of the Customer Success Organization. The Director will lead the Americas renewal sales team with ownership of the Gross Renewal Rate (GRR), supporting the transition of customers to SaaS and AI solutions, driving growth within accounts, and mitigating risk to ensure successful renewals.

The Director, Renewal Sales will:

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  Lead and Manage the Americas Renewal Sales Team: Provide strategic direction, mentorship, and performance management to a team of renewal sales professionals across the region.
• Drive GRR Performance: Own the Gross Renewal Rate (GRR) for the AMER region, executing strategies to ensure renewals, minimize churn, and maximize customer satisfaction.
• Transition Customers to SaaS and AI Solutions : Lead efforts to move customers from on-premise solutions to Qlik’s cloud-based SaaS offerings and AI-driven innovations, positioning these transitions as opportunities for growth and enhanced customer outcomes.
• Customer Retention and Growth: Develop strategies to not only secure renewals but also identify opportunities to drive additional value and growth within accounts through upselling and cross-selling.
• Risk Mitigation: Proactively identify at-risk customers and collaborate with Customer Success, Support, and Sales teams to develop tailored solutions that address their needs and ensure renewal.
• Collaborate with the Customer Success Organization: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including Customer Success, Services, and Sales, to optimize customer retention, adoption, and satisfaction.
• Data-Driven Strategy: Utilize analytics to monitor renewal trends, forecast outcomes, and inform decisions, ensuring that strategies are informed by data and tailored to the specific dynamics of the AMER market.
• Operational Excellence: Ensure that renewal processes are streamlined and scalable, working with internal stakeholders to drive operational efficiency, compliance, and adherence to pricing strategies.
• Strategic Leadership: Own the development of the AMER renewal sales strategy, aligning with global objectives and ensuring that the team’s efforts support both customer retention and growth initiatives.

We’re looking for a teammate with the following skills and qualifications:

• 7+ years of experience in sales, customer success, or renewals, with at least 3 years in a leadership role owning a quota.
• Proven track record of driving GRR and exceeding renewal targets, particularly in a subscription-based model within the AMER region.
• Experience leading customer transitions to cloud/SaaS environments and familiarity with AI-driven solutions.
• Ability to identify and drive growth opportunities within accounts while effectively managing and mitigating renewal risk.
• Strong team leadership skills, with a focus on coaching and developing a high-performing team.
• Excellent communication, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
• Data-driven mindset with a strong understanding of how to use analytics to inform decisions and forecast outcomes.
• Familiarity with Salesforce or other CRM systems and cloud-based software.
• Background in business intelligence or data analytics software.
• Experience working in a global, matrixed organization.

The location for this role is:

• King of Prussia, PA
• Boston, MA
• May consider: Remote East Coast and Central Time Zone locations

Apply now and help change how the world transforms complex data landscapes into actionable insights and turns complex data challenges into new opportunities!

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What else do we offer?

• Named in Newsweek’s ‘Americas Greatest Workplaces 2025’:
• Genuine career progression pathways and mentoring programs.
• Culture of innovation, technology, collaboration, and openness.
• Flexible, diverse, and international work environment.

Giving back is a huge part of our culture. Alongside an extra “change the world” day plus another for personal development, we also highly encourage participation in our Corporate Responsibility Employee Programs.

Salary and Benefits: The anticipated base salary range for this role is $ 134,365 USD MIN – $168,000 MAX per year. This position is eligible for a commission within a range of $57,450 – 72,000 USD subject to meeting targets set forth in a sales compensation plan. Final compensation offered by Qlik will be based on factors such as the candidate’s location, job-related skills, education, experience, and other business and organizational needs.

This position is eligible for comprehensive benefits, including - but not limited to - medical, dental, and vision coverage life and AD&D, short and long-term disability coverage, paid time off, paid parental / maternity leave, participation in a 401(k) program that includes company match, and many other additional voluntary benefits.

Application Window: The application window is 60 days, but applicants are encouraged to apply as soon as possible. The posting will be removed before the application window closes if the position is filled.

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