Senior Director of New Business & Sales
Full-time
Greenville, SC, USA
About the job
About Us
We’re a modern marketing agency built for brands that want to win attention and drive real business results. We blend strategy, creative, media, and creator-led storytelling to build campaigns that perform—not just look good.
The Role
We’re looking for a Senior Director of New Business & Sales to lead and accelerate agency growth. This role is responsible for identifying, pursuing, and closing new business opportunities while shaping how we position, pitch, and win in the market.
You’re not just a seller—you’re a strategic partner who understands marketing, builds relationships at the C-suite level, and knows how to turn opportunities into long-term client partnerships.
What You’ll Do
Drive Revenue Growth
- Own and execute the agency’s new business strategy
- Build and manage a high-quality pipeline across target industries
- Lead outreach, prospecting, and relationship development
Close High-Value Deals
- Lead pitch development from insight to presentation
- Partner with strategy and creative teams to craft winning proposals
- Negotiate contracts and close deals aligned with agency goals
Build Strategic Relationships
- Develop relationships with senior marketing leaders and decision-makers
- Represent the agency at industry events, conferences, and key meetings
- Turn new clients into long-term, high-value partnerships
Shape the Agency’s Go-To-Market
- Refine positioning, messaging, and sales materials
- Identify new verticals, services, and growth opportunities
- Bring market insights back into the agency to inform offerings
Collaborate Across Teams
- Work closely with leadership, strategy, and account teams to ensure smooth onboarding and growth
- Help define what “great clients” look like and prioritize accordingly
What You Bring
- 8–12+ years in business development, sales, or growth roles within a marketing, advertising, or creative agency
- Proven track record of closing mid- to large-scale deals ($100K–$1M+)
- Deep understanding of modern marketing (social, digital, influencer/creator, paid media)
- Strong network of brand-side decision-makers (CMOs, VPs, Directors)
- Exceptional storytelling and pitch skills
- Ability to operate both strategically and tactically—building pipeline while closing deals
- High ownership mindset with a bias for action
What Success Looks Like
- Consistent pipeline of qualified opportunities
- New client wins aligned with agency strengths and profitability
- Increased average deal size and long-term client value
- Strong close rates and efficient sales cycles
- Elevated perception of the agency in the market
Why This Role Matters
This is a critical leadership role that directly impacts the agency’s trajectory. You’ll help define where we go next, the clients we partner with, and the work we’re known for.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive base salary + performance-based commission/bonus
- Health, dental, vision
- Flexible work environment
- PTO + holidays
- Opportunities for leadership growth
RingoFire is an equal opportunity employer. we provide equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, service member status, amnesty or status as a covered veteran, or any other protected classification under applicable federal, state, and local laws.
This position is subject to a background check for any convictions directly related to its duties and responsibilities. Only job-related convictions will be considered and will not automatically disqualify the candidates.