Director - Customer Partner North

WomenTech Network; Milano; In loco; EUR 80.000 - 120.000; Tempo pieno

Descrizione del lavoro

A leading IT services company is seeking an experienced Director - Customer Partner to drive account growth and manage strategic relationships. The ideal candidate will have at least 8 years of sales experience in IT business services, with a strong understanding of account P&L ownership. Fluency in Italian and English is required. This role offers significant opportunities for professional development and is situated in Milan, Italy.

Servizi

Employee learning programs

State-of-the-art resources

Diversity and inclusion networks

Competenze

• Minimum 8 years of sales experience in IT business services.
• Proven success in consultative selling and strategic account growth.
• Strong understanding of IT services components and industry trends.
• Fluent in Italian and English.

Mansioni

• Own and manage account P&L for strategic IT services accounts.
• Drive revenue growth, renewals, and profitability.
• Develop and execute account strategies tailored to customer needs.
• Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders.

Conoscenze

Sales experience in IT business services

Consultative selling

Account P&L ownership

Fluent in Italian and English

IT services industry knowledge

Empathetic approach

Formazione

Bachelor's degree or Master's degree

Descrizione del lavoro

Who We Are

At Kyndryl, we design, build, manage and modernize the mission‑critical technology systems that the world depends on every day. So why work at Kyndryl? We are always moving forward – always pushing ourselves to go further in our efforts to build a more equitable, inclusive world for our employees, our customers and our communities.

The Role

Are you ready to take on an exciting challenge as an Director - Customer Partner – IT Services with Kyndryl? We're looking for a dynamic individual like you, who can revolutionize relationship management, drive account growth, and boost profitability. In this role, you'll have the power to create, maintain, and develop deep customer connections, bringing the very best of Kyndryl to the table and building trusted relationships with top‑level executives.

But this position is about more than just maintaining the status quo. As an Director - Customer Partner – IT Services, you'll be at the forefront of driving proactive account growth. You'll focus on not only selling new offerings but also minimizing erosion in renewals, ensuring that our largest accounts continue to flourish and thrive.

You won't just be a cog in the machine; you'll be a strategic mastermind responsible for developing and executing cutting‑edge account strategies. Your expertise will lead to the successful growth and retention of Kyndryl's most valuable accounts. With your sharp eye for identifying and qualifying new opportunities, you'll build relationships with key decision‑makers and deliver tailor‑made solutions that cater to the unique needs of each customer.

Key Responsibilities

Own and manage account P&L for strategic IT services accounts.

Drive revenue growth, renewals, and profitability across offerings, including any one of the following IT business areas: Cybersecurity & Resiliency, Data & AI, Cloud Services, Digital Workplace Services (DWS), Mainframe (ZSeries) & Cloud, or Network & Edge.

Develop and execute account strategies tailored to customer needs.

Build trusted relationships with senior stakeholders and decision‑makers.

Identify and qualify new opportunities, expanding scope and capabilities.

Collaborate with internal teams and partners to deliver seamless solutions.

Collaboration is key, and as an Director - Customer Partner – IT Services you'll work closely with other sales team members to ensure a seamless account management process. Together, you'll execute every aspect flawlessly, from the initial prospecting stage to closing deals and beyond.

Not only will you lead one or more Portfolio or Strategic accounts, but you'll also be the driving force behind generating new opportunities and expanding existing work into larger scopes and new capabilities. By building a strong go‑to‑market pipeline with our partners, you'll join forces to pursue and conquer new deals, taking Kyndryl to unprecedented heights.

You're not just an expert in our industry—you're an expert in the industry. With your deep knowledge of external best practices, you understand how they can impact our customers. By staying ahead of the curve, you'll continuously provide innovative solutions that position Kyndryl as a leader in the market.

As an owner of the account P&L, you'll take charge of customer satisfaction, ensuring that our clients are not only happy but also successful. Integrity is at the core of everything you do, and you'll go above and beyond to ensure account compliance and maintain a stellar reputation.

Your Future at Kyndryl

Every position at Kyndryl offers a way forward to grow your career. We have opportunities that you won’t find anywhere else, including hands‑on experience, learning opportunities, and the chance to certify in all four major platforms. Whether you want to broaden your knowledge base or narrow your scope and specialize in a specific sector, you can find your opportunity here.

Who You Are

You’re good at what you do and possess the required experience to prove it. However, equally as important – you have a growth mindset; keen to drive your own personal and professional development. You are customer‑focused – someone who prioritizes customer success in their work. And finally, you’re open and borderless – naturally inclusive in how you work with others.

Required Skills and Experience :

Minimum 8 years of sales experience in IT business services, including full account P&L ownership.

Proven success in consultative selling and strategic account growth.

Strong understanding of IT services components and industry trends.

Fluent in Italian and English on spoken level.

Existing network within the IT services ecosystem is a strong advantage.

Proven experience with revenue growth, cost, profitability, trends, and risks.

Open minded and empathetic approach in relationships with customers.

Preferred Skills and Experience :

• Bachelor's degree or Master’s degree
• Sales experience in technical solutions

Being You

Diversity is a whole lot more than what we look like or where we come from, it’s how we think and who we are. We welcome people of all cultures, backgrounds, and experiences. But we’re not doing it single‑handily : Our Kyndryl Inclusion Networks are only one of many ways we create a workplace where all Kyndryls can find and provide support and advice. This dedication to welcoming everyone into our company means that Kyndryl gives you – and everyone next to you – the ability to bring your whole self to work, individually and collectively, and support the activation of our equitable culture. That’s the Kyndryl Way.

What You Can Expect

With state‑of‑the‑art resources and Fortune 100 clients, every day is an opportunity to innovate, build new capabilities, new relationships, new processes, and new value. Kyndryl cares about your well‑being and prides itself on offering benefits that give you choice, reflect the diversity of our employees and support you and your family through the moments that matter – wherever you are in your life journey. Our employee learningprograms give you access to the best learning in the industry to receive certifications, including Microsoft, Google, Amazon, Skillsoft, and many more. Through our company‑wide volunteering and giving platform, you can donate, start fundraisers, volunteer, and search over 2 million non‑profit organizations. At Kyndryl, we invest heavily in you, we want you to succeed so that together, we will all succeed.

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