Account Executive – SAP Next Gen Academy (Customer Success)

SAP IT Business Systeme; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 92,000 - 206,000; Full time

Job summary

SAP is seeking an Account Executive for the Next Gen Academy for Customer Success in Chicago. This 10-month program combines classroom learning with live field experience, starting as a full-time employee and aiming at a direct customer-facing sales role in your market.

The role is located in Chicago with a hybrid model and includes on-site customer interactions. Compensation ranges from USD 91,600 to USD 205,800 yearly, with opportunities and explicit guidance on AI-driven approaches and sales

Qualifications

• Experience in commercial or customer-facing environments.
• Ability to qualify opportunities and navigate full sales cycle in a defined territory.
• Proven ability to connect solutions to customer outcomes.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of how organizations operate.
• Familiarity with AI concepts and using AI tools in workflows.

Responsibilities

• Support live sales cycles with a Senior Account Executive as mentor.
• Develop expertise across digital transformation, sales strategy, and tools.
• Drive customer value through solution adoption, renewals, and account expansion.
• Transition into an Account Executive or Solution Sales Executive role in your market after completing the program.

Skills

Sales pipeline management

Customer relationship building

Communication skills

Business acumen

AI awareness

Job description

SAP is seeking an Account Executive for the Next Gen Academy for Customer Success in Chicago. This 10-month program combines classroom learning with live field experience, starting as a full-time employee and aiming at a direct customer-facing sales role in your market.

The role is located in Chicago with a hybrid model and includes on-site customer interactions. Compensation ranges from USD 91,600 to USD 205,800 yearly, with opportunities and explicit guidance on AI-driven approaches and sales