Strategic Account Executive

project44; Amsterdam; On-site; EUR 87,313 - 130,969; Full time

Job summary

A technology-driven logistics firm in Amsterdam is seeking a Strategic Account Executive to develop sales strategies and manage a portfolio of enterprise accounts. Candidates should have a proven track record in selling Supply Chain SaaS solutions and the ability to thrive in fast-paced environments. This role demands strong communication and organizational skills as well as a deep understanding of the logistics industry. The position requires an in-office commitment four days a week in a dynamic team setting.

Qualifications

• Experience in a fast-growth technology company.
• Proven track record of meeting or surpassing an annual quota of $1M+.
• Willingness to travel for key customer meetings.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed sales plans and forecasts.
• Manage a large portfolio of enterprise accounts.
• Be the leader in managing sales strategy.

Skills

Experience selling Supply Chain SaaS Software

Strategic thinking

Strong understanding of supply-chain and logistics

Ability to thrive in a dynamic environment

Presentation skills

Education

BA/BS or equivalent educational background

Job description

Overview

Location: Amsterdam, The Netherlands

Why project44?

At project44, we believe in better.

We challenge the status quo because we know a better supply chain isn’t just possible—it’s essential. Better for our customers. Better for their business. Better for the world.

With our Decision Intelligence Platform, Movement, we’re redefining how global supply chains operate. By transforming fragmented logistics data into real-time, AI-powered insights, we empower companies to connect instantly, see clearly, act decisively, and automate intelligently. Our Supply Chain AI enhances visibility, drives smarter execution, and unlocks next-gen applications that keep businesses moving forward.

Headquartered in Chicago, IL with a 2nd HQ in Bengaluru, India we are powered by a diverse global team that is tackling the toughest logistics challenges with innovation, urgency, and purpose. If you’re driven to solve meaningful problems, leverage AI to scale rapidly, drive impact daily, and be part of a high-performance team – we should talk.

Description

As a Strategic Account Executive, you will work cross-functionally with our lead generation, pre-sales engineering and value engineering teams to position project44 within our target market’s supply chain technology. You will be the owner of the accounts and territory. As such, you will develop and execute a comprehensive territory business plan which details account strategies and the specific way in which you will exceed your goals. This will include the detailed understanding of the customer’s organizational structure and clear understanding of how you will gain alignment with all key stakeholders.

You are an energetic, self-starter. You are a highly effective communicator both internally and externally to customers, prospects and partner. You have track record of over-achievement, a positive outlook, proven and demonstrative hunting capabilities with the ability to think strategically. Your style is considered consultative in nature and your process allows you to clearly understand the prospects business needs and help provide the solutions.

Key Accountabilities

• Develop detailed sales plans and sales forecasts
• Travel to meet with clients, prospects and partners
• Manage a large portfolio of enterprise accounts
• Consistently meet quarterly and annual targets
• Understand competitive solutions and project44 differentiators
• Drive active sales cycles while building new business pipeline through prospecting and relationship building with top tier Shippers
• Be the leader, manage and direct a sales strategy that allows for customer, channel and project44 to win
• Summarize product feedback gathered from customer meetings and act as advocate for our customers with internal development and product teams
• Maintain up to date knowledge of logistics industry, EDI, and blockchain
• Ability to sell across multiple Lines of Business simultaneously (IT, Procurement, Transportation, Supply Chain/Logistics)

Requirements & Preferred Skills

• Experience selling Supply Chain SaaS Software or Complex SaaS Solutions
• Experience in a fast-growth technology company
• Comfortable delivering presentations to leadership and large groups
• Strategic thinking combined with a hands-on approach to achieve objectives
• Highly organized with a sense of urgency to meet deadlines consistently
• Willingness to travel for key customer meetings and events
• Strong understanding of the supply-chain and logistics space is highly preferred
• Ability to thrive in a dynamic, fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment and consistently deliver results
• Proven track record of meeting or surpassing an annual quota of $1M+
• Successfully developed a pipeline and closed $500k and above in the top accounts in the region
• Previous sales process and methodology training
• BA/BS or equivalent educational background
• In-office Commitment: Our office is where ideas spark, connections thrive, and innovation comes alive. We are looking for candidates who are enthusiastic and committed to joining our team on-site, in our beautiful Amsterdam office four days a week. Together, we’re building something extraordinary—learn, grow, and thrive in our fast-paced, transformative environment.