Senior Account Manager, Public Sector

Amazon Inc.; Zürich; On-site; CHF 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Amazon is seeking a Senior Account Manager to drive growth in the Public Sector Swiss market, establishing AWS as a key cloud provider. The role targets engagement with Public Sector executives and IT leaders to shape strategic partnerships.

The ideal candidate brings a strong sales track record in large organizations, extensive cloud experience, and a deep network within Public Sector communities in Switzerland.

Qualifications

• Experience with Public Sector sales and AWS cloud services.
• Proven track record in large multinational environments.
• Fluent in German and English.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain strong, strategic relationships with Public Sector executives
• Understand the technical and business requirements of Core Public Sector and position AWS as the preferred cloud platform
• Drive the adoption of AWS services and solutions to address the Public Sector needs
• Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, solutions architecture, and professional services teams to deliver exceptional customer experiences
• Work closely with the Partner team to ensure a robust AWS ecosystem is engaged to support the customers key business priorities
• Create & articulate compelling value propositions around AWS services.

Skills

Public Sector Projects

Sales Account Experience

Bilingual German/English

Cloud Experience

Strong Customer Network

Education

University Degree

Job description

• - Proven experience in handling large Public Sector Projects
• - 10 years in Sales Account position
• - Fluent in German and English
• - Cloud experience
• - Strong Customer Network

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As a Senior Account Manager, you will have the exciting opportunity to drive the growth and shape the future of an emerging technology. Your primary responsibility will be to establish Amazon Web Services as a key cloud technology provider within the Public Sector of Switzerland. The ideal candidate will possess a unique blend of Public Sector and technical knowledge that enables them to engage with C-level, IT leaders and various Public Sector Organizations. You should also be a self-starter who is prepared to develop and execute against a territory coverage plan.

Are you a seasoned Public Sector sales professional with a proven track record of developing business across Public Sector Organizations in Switzerland? Do you have a keen business acumen and technical expertise to help establish AWS as a critical technology platform and strategic business partner for Public Sector Organizations?

Key job responsibilities

• - Develop and maintain strong, strategic relationships with Public Sector executives
• - Understand the technical and business requirements of Core Public Sector and position AWS as the preferred cloud platform
• - Drive the adoption of AWS services and solutions to address the Public Sector needs
• - Collaborate cross-functionally with sales, solutions architecture, and professional services teams to deliver exceptional customer experiences
• - Work closely with the Partner team to ensure a robust AWS ecosystem is engaged to support the customers key business priorities
• - Create & articulate compelling value propositions around AWS services.

Preferred qualifications

• - University Degree
• - Experience working in large multinational corporations
• - Strong sales track record in customer acquisition
• - Strong Customer Network

About the team

AWS Global Sales

AWS Global Sales drives adoption of the AWS cloud worldwide, enabling customers of all sizes to innovate and expand in the cloud. Our team empowers every customer to grow by providing tailored service, unmatched technology, and consistent support. We dive deep to understand each customer's unique challenges, then craft innovative solutions that accelerate their success. This customer-first approach is how we built the world's most adopted cloud. Join us and help us grow.

About the team

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