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AVP, Commercial Sales GTM

Role overview

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in commercial sales, GTM strategy, or enterprise account management; multi‑location or field‑based sales leadership strongly preferred.
  • Proven success leading large, distributed teams and developing high‑performing sales organizations.
  • Strong strategic thinking with the ability to translate insights into actionable GTM plans.
  • Exceptional communication, executive presence, and relationship‑building skills.

Responsibilities

  • Lead a national field sales organization focused on increasing utilization with major clients.
  • Drive expansion into local and regional commercial segments through targeted GTM strategies.
  • Establish clear sales targets, forecasting rigor, and performance metrics aligned to commercial growth objectives.
  • Develop and evolve Safelite’s long‑term commercial strategy, including segmentation and competitive positioning.

About the company

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Safelite

We’re the auto glass experts. Since 1947, we’ve helped people get back to driving safely. They count on us to repair and replace their glass and recalibrate their vehicle’s advanced safety systems — and that’s something we don’t take lightly. But we’re more than just a glass company. Our teams go above and beyond, pushing the limits to innovate new ways to bring unexpected happiness to people every day. We empower our associates with the support they need to make a difference, deliver memorable service, and do the right thing. Because we know our people make our purpose possible. It’s this philosophy that drives our culture. Come join us. We want to be the best place you’ll ever work. Apply today at safelitecareers.com.

Company details

Company typeXLarge
Company size10001

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Does this position interest you? You should apply even if you don’t match every single requirement! We're known as an auto glass company. That's the focus of what we do. But beyond the glass, we're so much more. We'll help you build a fulfilling career and encourage you to have a life. Let us be the best place you'll ever work.

Position Overview

The AVP of Commercial Sales GTM is responsible for driving growth, market penetration, and client utilization across Safelite’s commercial clients. This role oversees a geographically dispersed field sales organization and the Commercial Support team, ensuring Safelite delivers strong service, operational excellence, and strategic value to our commercial clients.

Reporting to the VP of Commercial Sales, the AVP will shape and execute Safelite’s commercial strategy, elevate customer engagement, and strengthen cross‑functional alignment to accelerate growth in a rapidly evolving marketplace.

What You Will Do

Commercial Sales Leadership

  • Lead a national field sales organization with representatives in key geographies, focused on increasing utilization with major clients such as Amazon, CarMax, Enterprise, and other strategic partners.
  • Drive expansion into local and regional commercial segments through targeted GTM strategies, territory optimization, and disciplined pipeline management.
  • Directly manage two Commercial Sales Directors, providing coaching, performance management, and leadership development to build a high‑performing, accountable field sales culture.
  • Establish clear sales targets, forecasting rigor, and performance metrics aligned to Safelite’s commercial growth objectives.

Commercial Support Oversight

  • Lead the Commercial Support organization responsible for internal coordination and proactive customer engagement.
  • Ensure seamless communication and issue resolution across Safelite’s operational ecosystem, including shops, Commercial Care, Commercial Billing, and the Contact Center.
  • Maintain a balanced approach to advocacy—protecting the customer experience while upholding Safelite’s operational and financial standards.
  • Strengthen processes, tools, and service models to deliver timely, accurate, and customer‑centric solutions.

Strategic Planning & GTM Execution

  • Develop and evolve Safelite’s long‑term commercial strategy, including segmentation, value propositions, channel strategy, and competitive positioning.
  • Identify emerging opportunities, market trends, and customer needs to inform strategic investments and innovation.
  • Partner cross‑functionally with Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing, Finance, and Technology to ensure alignment and execution of GTM initiatives.
  • Lead strategic initiatives that enhance customer experience, improve operational efficiency, and drive sustainable revenue growth.

Client Engagement & Relationship Management

  • Act as a key partner to the Commercial Sales team working to strengthen relationships in market and identifying opportunities for deeper partnership.
  • Ensure the field organization delivers consistent, high‑quality engagement that reinforces Safelite’s brand, service standards, and value proposition.
  • Oversee escalation management, ensuring rapid, effective resolution that protects client trust and business continuity.

What You Will Need

  • 10+ years of progressive leadership experience in commercial sales, GTM strategy, or enterprise account management; multi‑location or field‑based sales leadership strongly preferred.
  • Proven success leading large, distributed teams and developing high‑performing sales organizations.
  • Strong strategic thinking with the ability to translate insights into actionable GTM plans.
  • Demonstrated ability to influence cross‑functional partners and drive alignment in complex, matrixed environments.
  • Exceptional communication, executive presence, and relationship‑building skills.
  • Experience in automotive services, logistics, retail operations, or similar industries is a plus.
  • Strategic Operator: Balances long‑term vision with disciplined execution.
  • Customer‑Focused: Champions the voice of the customer and elevates the service experience.
  • People Developer: Builds talent, fosters accountability, and inspires high performance.
  • Cross‑Functional Integrator: Breaks down silos and drives enterprise‑wide collaboration.
  • Results‑Driven: Focused on measurable outcomes, continuous improvement, and sustainable growth.

What You Will Get:  

  • Competitive weekly pay and bonus opportunities. 

  • Total job benefits valued at more than $10k*. This includes a 401(k) plan with company matching, medical coverage plans customized to suit your needs and a commitment to work/life balance through our paid time off (PTO) programs, company holidays and paid volunteer days. 

  • Up to $5,250 in tuition reimbursement per year. 

  • View all our health, wealth and life offerings at www.safelitebenefits.com 

Expected Work Location (Remote): It is expected that you will primarily perform work remotely. You may be asked to travel, as needed, to the Safelite Home Office (7400 Safelite Way, Columbus, OH 43235), or to other location(s) as designated by the Company. Changes to work location arrangements are subject to managerial approval and business needs.

Our people are passionate about what they do, the product they sell, and the customers they serve. If you're looking for an opportunity to be a part of a work family that values collaboration, innovation and dedication, we're the right company for you.

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This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by an employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to perform other related duties as assigned to ensure workload coverage. This job description does NOT constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the employer as the organizational needs and requirements of the job change.

This position description is not all inclusive for every aspect of this role. Reasonable accommodations will be made for individuals covered by ADA, ADEA, FMLA and other laws and regulations in accordance with their requirements. Physical and mental demands are not, and should not be construed to be job qualification standards, but are illustrated to help the employer, employee and/or applicant identify tasks where reasonable accommodations may need to be made when an otherwise qualified person is unable to perform the job’s essential duties because of an ADA disability.

Other qualifications may be required to ensure employment eligibility in accordance with local laws, regulations and with Safelite Group, Inc. policies and practices.

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