Enterprise Account Executive - Germany

Kong; Berlin; Vor Ort; EUR 70.000 - 100.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Kong is looking for a committed Enterprise Account Executive based in Berlin, Germany. The role focuses on driving the company's growth strategy through sales and account management in enterprise software environments. Candidates should have over 7 years of experience in enterprise sales, demonstrating a successful track record in closing complex SaaS deals.

You will own the sales cycle, develop strategies for enterprise customers, and lead account planning efforts. Strong communication and consultative skills are essential, along with knowledge of CRM platforms. Kong offers a dynamic work environment aimed at fostering career growth.

Qualifikationen

• 7+ years of experience in enterprise sales with a proven track record.
• Experience in selling to large enterprises and senior-level executives.
• Strong understanding of customer needs and consultative selling.

Aufgaben

• Develop and execute sales strategies targeting enterprise customers.
• Own the entire sales cycle, from prospecting to closing deals.
• Build relationships with C-level executives in target accounts.

Kenntnisse

Enterprise sales experience (>1k employees)

Consultative selling

Excellent communication and negotiation

Results-driven mindset

Tools

Customer Relationship Management (CRM) platforms

Jobbeschreibung

Are you ready to unlock intelligence? If you don’t think you meet all of the criteria below but are still interested in the job, please apply. Nobody checks every box - we’re looking for candidates that are particularly strong in a few areas, and have some interest and capabilities in others.

About The Role

We are seeking a committed Enterprise Account Executive with a successful background in sales and account management, ideally within open source or similar enterprise software environments. In this role, you will be a key driver of our growth strategy, directly impacting the stability and expansion of our recurring revenue. This position is ideal for a sales professional who has experience in landing new clients, retaining existing customers, and driving account expansion for early‑stage enterprise products in a dynamic, entrepreneurial setting.

What You’ll Be Doing

Develop and execute sales strategies to target enterprise customers, focusing on building and maintaining a robust pipeline that drives long‑term growth.

• Own the entire sales cycle, from prospecting and initial outreach to contract negotiations and closing deals, while consistently meeting or exceeding revenue targets.
• Collaborate with internal teams, including product, marketing, and customer success, to ensure a seamless sales experience and alignment on customer needs.
• Identify customer pain points and align our solutions to address these, delivering customized product demos and presentations tailored to their specific business needs.
• Build and nurture relationships with C‑level executives and key decision‑makers within target accounts, establishing yourself as a trusted advisor and ensuring customer satisfaction and retention.
• Lead account planning efforts by researching potential customers, understanding industry trends, and developing strategies to win new business and grow existing accounts.
• Monitor and manage sales activities and results, accurately forecasting opportunities and keeping detailed records of interactions and progress in CRM systems.
• Stay updated on industry trends, competitor offerings, and market changes to position our product effectively and maintain a competitive edge.
• Contribute to business growth initiatives, providing feedback to product and marketing teams to influence product development and go‑to‑market strategies.
• Represent Kong with professionalism, acting as a brand ambassador at industry events, conferences, and customer meetings.

What You’ll Bring

• 7+ years of experience in enterprise sales (>1k employees), with a proven track record of closing complex deals in a SaaS, cloud, or enterprise software environment.
• Demonstrated success in selling to large enterprises, particularly to senior‑level executives and across multiple departments.
• Strong consultative selling skills, with the ability to understand customer needs and present compelling solutions that drive business outcomes.
• Excellent communication and negotiation skills, capable of managing high‑stakes conversations and building lasting relationships with stakeholders.
• A results‑driven mindset, with a passion for meeting and exceeding sales goals and revenue targets.
• Experience working with CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce) and leveraging data to forecast accurately and track sales metrics.
• Knowledge of open‑source software, APIs, or infrastructure software is highly advantageous.
• Ability to thrive in a fast‑paced, entrepreneurial environment, taking ownership of your sales territory and adapting to changing market dynamics.
• Analytical and strategic thinking, with a knack for identifying business growth opportunities and devising plans to capitalize on them.

About Kong

Kong Inc., a leading developer of API and AI connectivity technologies, is building the infrastructure that powers the agentic era. Trusted by the Fortune 500 and startups alike, Kong’s unified API and AI platform, Kong Konnect, enables organizations to secure, manage, accelerate, govern, and monetize the flow of intelligence across APIs and AI models. For more information, visit www.konghq.com.