Senior Manager, Named Accounts

Proofpoint International; Paris; Sur place; EUR 80 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

A leading cybersecurity company in Paris is seeking a Sales Director to lead its Enterprise Sales team. This role involves mentoring Account Managers, developing sales strategies, and building relationships with major enterprise customers. The ideal candidate will have experience in the cybersecurity market, exceptional communication skills, and a proven track record in enterprise sales. This position offers an opportunity to contribute to a dynamic and fast-growing company and enjoy a competitive compensation package.

Prestations

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Flexible work environment

Learning & Development programs

Annual wellness and community outreach days

Qualifications

• Experience in hyper growth and building out fast moving organisations at scale.
• Knowledge of the cyber security market and current threat landscape.
• Expert team builder and leader who inspires loyalty and trust.

Responsabilités

• Lead a team of dedicated Enterprise Sales professionals.
• Develop sales strategies to penetrate new accounts above 2500 employees.
• Direct interaction with large customer opportunities.
• Collaborate with the Channel Sales organization to define Partner plans.

Connaissances

Business Development

Sales Experience

OEM

Account Management

Product Demos

Microsoft Powerpoint

Salesforce

Relationship Management

Sales Management

Customer relationship management

Enterprise Sales

Negotiation

Description du poste

About Us :

We are the leader in human-centric cybersecurity. Half a million customers including 87 of the Fortune 100 rely on Proofpoint to protect their organizations. Were driven by a mission to stay ahead of bad actors and safeguard the digital world. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.

How We Work :

At Proofpoint youll 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 Role

We are seeking a Sales Director to lead a successful and growing Enterprise Sales team in France. You will be responsible for leading and coaching a team of talented Account Managers identifying developing and motivating a highly talented team who deliver value to the companys business. You will play a hands-on role within the field sales organisation in this customer facing and highly visible position including direct participation in closing deals at key accounts. This is an exciting opportunity to play an integral part of a dynamic and fast growth next generation cybersecurity company and you will have the opportunity to take the business to the next level. Reporting to the Country Sales Director the successful candidate will be responsible for establishing business relationships with major enterprise customers and resellers whilst attaining key performance objectives and revenue goals.

Your day-to-day

• Lead a team of dedicated Enterprise Sales professionals driving new and existing enterprise customers within France and achieve (and exceed) planned bookings / revenue goals for new business add-on business and renewals both quarterly and annually
• Developing sales strategies with Account Managers to penetrate new accounts above 2500 employees.
• Direct interaction with and development of large customer opportunities
• Define and report on metrics to measure performance of sales activities accurately forecast and present deal analysis Create and execute both strategic and tactical plans to significantly increase our revenue and market share
• Collaborate with the Channel Sales organization to define Partner plans and work with the Channel to drive incremental revenue
• Maintain up to date knowledge of companys competitive positioning in the marketplace
• Collaborate with Sales Engineering Professional Services Marketing and Support and make your team close deals drive revenue and adoption and meet and exceed customer satisfaction

What you bring to the team

• Experience in hyper growth and building out fast moving organisations at scale
• Knowledge of the cyber security market and current threat landscape
• Expert team builder team player and leader who understands you win as a team and has the ability to inspire and create loyalty trust and respect across not only their team but also cross-functionally
• Proven record of leading and managing a successful Enterprise sales team as well as a hunger for success beyond targets and sustained growth
• Extensive local eco-system knowledge in the cyber security market (Resellers Alliances and System Integrators)
• Excellent knowledge of market and good contacts with large enterprises in the region
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with ability to conduct sales presentations and interact effectively with internal and external customers at all levels in both English and French

Why Proofpoint

Protecting people is at the heart of our award-winning cybersecurity solutions andthe people who work here are the key tooursuccess. Were a customer-focused and driven-to-win organisation with leading-edge products. We are an inclusive diverse multinational company that believes in culture fit but more importantly culture-add and we strongly encourage people from all walks of life to apply.

We believe in hiring the best and the brightest to help cultivate our culture of collaboration and appreciation. Apply today and explore your future at Proofpoint! #LifeAtProofpoint

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Why Proofpoint At Proofpoint we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons youll love working with us :

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Learning & Development : We are committed to the growth and development of our team members offering a range of programs including leadership and professional development workshops stretch project assignments and mentoring opportunities to help employees reach their full potential.

Flexible work environment : Remote options hybrid schedules flexible hours etc..

Annual wellness and community outreach days

Always on recognition for your contributions

Global collaboration and networking opportunities

Our Culture :

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 . How to Apply Interested Submit your application here We cant wait to hear from you!

Required Experience :

Senior Manager

Key Skills

Business Development,Sales Experience,OEM,Account Management,Product Demos,Microsoft Powerpoint,Salesforce,Relationship Management,Sales Management,Customer relationship management,Enterprise Sales,negotiation

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1