What are the responsibilities and job description for the Deals Desk Analyst II position at Proofpoint?
About Us
Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people, data, and AI agents connect across email, cloud, and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortune 100, 10,000 large enterprises, and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats, prevent data loss, and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.
How We Work
At Proofpoint you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values
Bold in how we dream and innovate
Responsive to feedback, challenges and opportunities
Accountable for results and best in class outcomes
Visionary in future focused problem-solving
Exceptional in execution and impact
The Team
Proofpoint is looking for a motivated Deals Desk Analyst II to join our Finance organization. We work together to help Sales navigate quoting and deal structure questions while ensuring transactions move through the Quote-to-Cash process smoothly and in accordance with company policies.
The Role
As a Deals Desk Analyst II, you'll strategize with Sales and cross-functional teams to support pricing, quoting, and deal structure for a variety of customer transactions. You'll independently manage standard and complex opportunities, helping Sales structure deals that meet customer needs while aligning with company policies and business objectives.
You'll also have opportunities to identify process improvements that make quoting more efficient for both Sales and internal teams.
This role is well suited for someone who enjoys solving problems, working across teams, and helping move deals forward while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
Your Day-to-Day
At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you’ll love working with us
Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone.
We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to accessibility@proofpoint.com.
How To Apply
Interested? Submit your application along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you!
Consistent with Proofpoint values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets as set out below. Pay within these ranges varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. The range provided may represent a candidate range and may not reflect the full range for an individual tenured employee. This role may be eligible for variable compensation and/or equity. We offer a competitive benefits package, including flexible time off, a comprehensive well-being program with two paid Wellbeing Days and two paid Volunteer Days per year, plus a three-week Work from Anywhere option.
Base Pay Ranges
SF Bay Area, New York City Metro Area
Base Pay Range 92,800.00 - 136,070.00 USD
California (excludes SF Bay Area), Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Washington DC Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Virginia, and Alaska
Base Pay Range 75,000.00 - 110,000.00 USD
All other cities and states excluding those listed above
Base Pay Range 68,600.00 - 100,650.00 USD
Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people, data, and AI agents connect across email, cloud, and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortune 100, 10,000 large enterprises, and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats, prevent data loss, and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.
How We Work
At Proofpoint you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values
Bold in how we dream and innovate
Responsive to feedback, challenges and opportunities
Accountable for results and best in class outcomes
Visionary in future focused problem-solving
Exceptional in execution and impact
The Team
Proofpoint is looking for a motivated Deals Desk Analyst II to join our Finance organization. We work together to help Sales navigate quoting and deal structure questions while ensuring transactions move through the Quote-to-Cash process smoothly and in accordance with company policies.
The Role
As a Deals Desk Analyst II, you'll strategize with Sales and cross-functional teams to support pricing, quoting, and deal structure for a variety of customer transactions. You'll independently manage standard and complex opportunities, helping Sales structure deals that meet customer needs while aligning with company policies and business objectives.
You'll also have opportunities to identify process improvements that make quoting more efficient for both Sales and internal teams.
This role is well suited for someone who enjoys solving problems, working across teams, and helping move deals forward while maintaining accuracy and compliance.
Your Day-to-Day
- Serve as a primary point of contact for Sales teams on pricing, quoting, and deal structure questions.
- Review customer account information and transaction details to ensure quotes are accurate and complete.
- Partner with Sales to develop deal structures that align with customer needs, pricing guidelines, and company policies.
- Review pricing requests, contractual language, and discounts to ensure required approvals are obtained and properly documented.
- Work with Revenue, Legal, Finance, Product Management, Order Management, and other teams to resolve more complex or non-standard transactions.
- Apply your knowledge of the Quote-to-Cash process to help ensure transactions move efficiently from quote through booking, especially during period-end deadlines.
- Use data to help support pricing recommendations and maintain consistency across transactions.
- Look for opportunities to improve quoting processes and share ideas that help increase efficiency and reduce friction.
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.
- 2 years of experience in Deals Desk, Sales Operations, Revenue Operations, Finance, Sales Support, or a similar role.
- Experience supporting a SaaS or enterprise software business is preferred.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to use data to support recommendations.
- Experience with Salesforce, Salesforce CPQ, and Microsoft Excel is preferred
- Ability to manage multiple priorities and work independently with attention to detail in a fast-paced environment.
- Strong communication and relationship-building skills with both Sales and cross-functional teams.
- A collaborative mindset and a willingness to continuously improve processes and the customer experience.
At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you’ll love working with us
- Competitive compensation
- Comprehensive benefits
- Career success on your terms
- Flexible work environment
- Annual wellness and community outreach days
- Always on recognition for your contributions
- Global collaboration and networking opportunities
Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone.
We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to accessibility@proofpoint.com.
How To Apply
Interested? Submit your application along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you!
Consistent with Proofpoint values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several U.S. geographic markets, and we pay differently based on those defined markets as set out below. Pay within these ranges varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate. The range provided may represent a candidate range and may not reflect the full range for an individual tenured employee. This role may be eligible for variable compensation and/or equity. We offer a competitive benefits package, including flexible time off, a comprehensive well-being program with two paid Wellbeing Days and two paid Volunteer Days per year, plus a three-week Work from Anywhere option.
Base Pay Ranges
SF Bay Area, New York City Metro Area
Base Pay Range 92,800.00 - 136,070.00 USD
California (excludes SF Bay Area), Colorado, Connecticut, Illinois, Washington DC Metro, Maryland, Massachusetts, New Jersey, Texas, Washington, Virginia, and Alaska
Base Pay Range 75,000.00 - 110,000.00 USD
All other cities and states excluding those listed above
Base Pay Range 68,600.00 - 100,650.00 USD