Strategic Account Manager (R-20122)

Dun & Bradstreet; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 4,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Dun & Bradstreet India is seeking a Strategic Account Manager - Renewals to nurture and expand existing client relationships while driving renewals and revenue growth across Karnataka and Kerala. You will engage CFOs, Finance Heads and Directors to manage strategic accounts through consultative sales.

Based in Bengaluru, the role requires 5 days on-site work and travel within the region to strengthen customer partnerships and deliver results.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of corporate/B2B sales experience.
• Based in Bengaluru; willing to travel across Karnataka and Kerala.
• Strong field sales and ability to independently manage relationships.
• Experience with senior stakeholders (CFOs, Finance Heads, Directors).
• Exposure to Banking/Financial Services or related domains an advantage.
• Excellent communication and written English; Kannada/Malayalam is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth via account management, renewals, and retention.
• Build relationships with CFOs, Finance Heads, Directors, and MDs.
• Identify opportunities within existing accounts and create growth strategies.
• Conduct client meetings across Bengaluru, Karnataka, and Kerala.
• Own sales pipeline management, forecasts, and revenue delivery.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders for onboarding and account development.
• Leverage AI, automation and sales tools to boost productivity.
• Engage across industries like Automotive, IT/ITES, Manufacturing, Pharma, FMCG.

Skills

Corporate sales

Key account management

Account expansion

Customer retention

Consultative selling

Relationship management

Communication

English proficiency

Job description

Shape the Future with Dun & Bradstreet

At Dun & Bradstreet, we believe data has the power to create a better tomorrow. As a global leader in business decisioning data and analytics, we help companies worldwide grow, manage risk, and innovate. Since 1841, businesses have trusted us to turn uncertainty into opportunity. We’re a diverse, global team that values creativity, collaboration, and bold ideas. Are you ready to make an impact and help shape what’s next?

Role Summary:

We are hiring a Strategic Account Manager - Renewals for the Credibility & Business Insights Group (CBIG) at Dun & Bradstreet. This role will be responsible for managing and growing existing client relationships, driving renewals, customer retention, account expansion, and revenue growth across Karnataka and Kerala. The position involves engaging with senior stakeholders such as CFOs, Finance Heads, Directors, and business leaders, while managing strategic accounts through consultative sales and relationship management.

Work Location:

Dun & Bradstreet India
No. 7/2, Gajanana Towers, 1st Floor,
Annaswamy Mudaliar Street,
Opposite Ulsoor Lake,
Bengaluru - 560042

Working Model:

5 Days Work From Office (On-site)

Key Responsibilities:

• Drive business growth through strategic account management, account expansion, renewals, and customer retention initiatives.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers, including CFOs, Finance Heads, Finance Controllers, Directors, and Managing Directors.
• Identify opportunities within existing accounts and create account growth strategies to maximize revenue generation.
• Conduct client meetings across Bengaluru, Karnataka, and Kerala to strengthen customer relationships and drive sales outcomes.
• Own sales pipeline management, forecasting, target achievement, and revenue delivery against business objectives.
• Engage customers across industries such as Automotive, Auto Ancillary, IT/ITES, Manufacturing, Engineering, Aerospace, Pharma, and FMCG.
• Lead consultative sales discussions by understanding customer business challenges, financial priorities, and growth opportunities.
• Stay updated on market trends, macroeconomic developments, trade policies, company financials, and industry-specific business drivers.
• Leverage AI, automation, and modern sales tools to enhance productivity and improve customer engagement.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to ensure seamless customer onboarding, retention, and account development.

Key Requirements:

• 6+ years of experience in Corporate Sales, B2B Sales, Key Account Management, Account Expansion, and Customer Retention.
• Based in Bengaluru and willing to travel extensively for customer meetings across Karnataka and Kerala.
• Strong field sales experience with the ability to independently manage customer relationships and business development activities.
• Excellent consultative selling skills, including the ability to ask insightful questions and engage in mature business conversations.
• Experience interacting with senior business and finance stakeholders, including CFOs, Finance Heads, Directors, and other decision-makers.
• Exposure to Banking, Financial Services, Credit Rating, Lending, ESG, Corporate Banking, or related domains will be an advantage.
• Good understanding of economic trends, company financials, risk assessment solutions, exports, imports, and business intelligence tools.
• Strong communication, presentation, relationship-building, and written English skills with high attention to detail.
• Familiarity with AI-enabled tools and automation platforms for sales effectiveness is preferred.
• Conversational proficiency in Kannada and/or Malayalam will be an added advantage.