Named Account Manager - Mid Market - MA

Proofpoint; Massachusetts; In loco; USD 120.000 - 180.000; Tempo pieno

Vantaggi offerti da questo lavoro

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Career success on your terms

Flexible work environment

Annual wellness and community outreach

Recognition for contributions

Global collaboration and networking

Descrizione del lavoro

Proofpoint is seeking a high-performing Named Account Manager for our Midmarket team in Massachusetts. You will manage up to 35 named accounts, uncover whitespace, upsell and cross-sell, and drive Proofpoint Platform adoption.

You will work with partners to expand access while protecting customers from threats. You will report to the Named Account Sales Director and develop account plans, deliver executive-level presentations, and drive renewals with a data-driven, customer-centric approach.

Competenze

• 3–5 years field sales experience selling complex cybersecurity solutions.
• Experience with midmarket accounts and channel partners.
• Proven ability to develop multi-product/multi-year proposals.
• Strong executive-level selling and presentation skills.

Mansioni

• Develop account plans for named accounts and identify add-on opportunities.
• Sell the Proofpoint Platform to mid-market customers.
• Collaborate with partners to access whitespace opportunities.
• Maintain accurate forecasts in Salesforce.
• Deliver quarterly Business Reviews and renewals.

Conoscenze

Executive selling

Relationship management

Forecasting

Proposal development

Customer presentation

Formazione

Bachelor's degree

Strumenti

Salesforce (SFDC)

Descrizione del lavoro

About Us: Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people, data, and AI agents connect across email, cloud, and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortune 100, 10,000 large enterprises, and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats, prevent data loss, and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.

How We Work

At Proofpoint you’ll 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 and the Team

Department Overview: Proofpoint is looking for a high-performing sales professional to join their Named Account team, selling to Enterprise accounts, i.e., 2,500 mailboxes to approx. 6,000 mailboxes. If you want to join a high-performing, collaborative team with a track record of success, this is the team for you! Proofpoint provides opportunities for networking, ongoing professional education, and career growth.

Role Overview: Manage up to 35 mid-market named accounts with a mix of whitespace and existing customers, and work with our partner community to gain access to whitespace accounts while upselling and cross-selling existing customers. Sell the entire Proofpoint Platform while working closely with internal and external ecosystem partners. In this role, you can expand the Proofpoint footprint and market leadership while protecting our customers from advanced threats and targeted attacks. The Named Account Manager-Midmarket role reports to the Named Account Sales Director. Develop account plans for your named accounts and identify add-on opportunities for the incumbent book of business. Become a subject matter expert on the value the Proofpoint platform delivers and how we stack against the competition. *Candidate must reside in Massachusetts.

Expectations: Consistent track record of overachievement High level of weekly activity with customers and partners Continued engagement with existing accounts Meet and exceed revenue expectations Maintain an active account plan Deliver quarterly Customer Business Review Secure the renewals and educate on the Proofpoint Roadmap Continued education, i.e., roadmap, new solutions, integrations, and industry news and developments Deliver accurate forecasts while maintaining a clean and clear Salesforce reporting Be a team player and add to the overall success of the team through result-driven activity

Job Requirements

The What: Develop and execute the path to plan with a focus on Forecast accuracy and SFDC hygiene Relentless attention to detail and never-give-up attitude with a high level of activity, i.e., customer and partner meetings emphasizing executive selling (CISO, CIO, CMO, etc.) Strong presentation skills and technical understanding of cybersecurity High sales activity, i.e., 6-10 customer and partner meetings per week, 6 hours of dedicated prospecting hours per week. Ability to both prospect and close business

The How: Minimum 3-5 years of field sales experience selling complex cybersecurity solutions (or related fields) and managing midmarket accounts. Demonstrable track record of success Experience working with Channel Partners and selling via the two-tier distribution A track record of developing complex, multi-product/multiyear proposals Engaging presentations focused on customer need while delivering overall solution value Ability to identify customer business drivers Use case/business value selling Ability to quarterback a multitude of internal and external resources while being in tune with the different personalities and competing priorities #LI-JK1

Why Proofpoint?

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

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits
• Career success on your terms
• Flexible work environment
• 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 [e-mail].

Proofpoint has been honored with six Best Places to Work Awards in 2024 by workplace culture leader Comparably, including Best Company Career Growth, Best Company Outlook, Best Global Culture, Best Engineering Teams, Best Sales Teams, and Best HR Teams. 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. We’re 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. Our BRAVE Values: At Proofpoint, we are BRAVE in everything we do, and we value not just words—they shape everything we do. We seek people who are bold if we slow? Need not graduate think What? But built E that. We are BRAVE and we get at all base.

Proofpoint is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability.