Sales Account Orchestrator II

Siemens Mobility; Livonia (MI); Remote; USD 106,000 - 213,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Sales Account Orchestrator to drive software sales across various sectors. This role involves developing strategic account plans, managing sales opportunities, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure customer success. You will be responsible for understanding client needs and delivering tailored solutions, all while working in a flexible environment that values innovation and teamwork. If you are passionate about sales and eager to contribute to a forward-thinking company, this is the perfect opportunity for you.

Benefits

Flexible working hours

Health and wellness benefits

Paid parental leave

Paid sick leave

PTO or flexible vacation

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of relevant software sales experience required.
• Strong understanding of Automotive product development processes preferred.

Responsibilities

• Manage a pipeline of leads to meet sales revenue targets.
• Develop account strategies to maximize opportunities and reduce churn.

Skills

Communication

Presentation

Teamwork & Collaboration

Conflict Management

Negotiation

Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills

Business and Commercial Acumen

Education

University degree in Business

University degree in Computer Science

University degree in Engineering

University degree in Marketing

Tools

Salesforce

CRM Systems

MS Office

Job description

Siemens Digital Industries Software is a leading provider of solutions for the design, simulation, and manufacture of products across many different industries. Formula 1 cars, skyscrapers, ships, space exploration vehicles, and many of the objects we see in our daily lives are being conceived and manufactured using our Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) software.

AspartofaCountryorVerticalSoftwareSalesorganization,responsibleforgeneratingSaaSandHybridSaaSrevenueopportunities to meet assigned software and services sales targets to drive ARR. This is achieved through mainly subscriptionsales and follow-on services sales.

Within the context of the Integrated Country Plan, responsible for driving business in allocated Named Accounts and/or NewLogo prospects using a strategic value-based approach.Orchestrates business by generating well considered multi-channelsales strategies documented through account and opportunity plans aligned with the Siemens DI Account lead were appropriate.Effectively co-ordinate a multi-disciplined, matrix team to execute plans within each account and prospect including internalDISW resources and partners. Establish and track measurable goals for monitoring territory and account growth against targets.

Understands the market and the challenges prospects face, mapping account key decision makers, identifying their high-levelbusinesschallenges,recognizingtheirpurchaseobstacles.UnderstandsthepotentialbusinessvaluedeliveredofDISWSolutions and commercial advantages to a customer to adapt the sales value positioning for an opportunity stage and differentbuying personas, appreciating that these messages will differ between industry.Act as key point of contact for account andstakeholder knowledge and activity.

Works under self-management on assignments/pursuits and will determine solutions, methods, and procedures.Mentors morejunior sales team members within Country or Vertical, and partner resellers where appropriate.Actively participates and sharesknowledgearoundcustomer,solutions,andindustryinternallywithinCountryorVerticalSalesorganization. WorksonCustomer Accounts with opportunities of basic scope.

Account Planning

• Define the short- term goals for a portfolio of named accounts and suspects to achieve the overall territory strategyand software and services revenue goals; maximizing land and expand opportunities and reducing customer churn.
• Develop individual account strategies and associated plans for each named account or suspect aligned too thecustomers buyer journey, to achieve the defined short- and long-term goals, based on forecast and hard data.Prioritize suspects and accounts to ensure that the energy, budget, and time spent on them is in direct proportion to theirtactical or strategic value to the company.
• Identify the relevant go to market channels, campaigns and marketing tactics required to achieve the account plansfor each named account.
• On an ongoing basis, participate in account reviews for each named account to explore data and updates.This mayinclude presenting the account health and plan to Sales and Country Management.

Team Orchestration

• Facilitate collaboration and productive relationships across organizational boundaries to ensure cross functionalteam cohesion and unity, resolving conflicts where they occur.
• Provide matrixed team leadership, including partners, for the coordination of different sales activities across theentire sales cycle to move multiple opportunities to close simultaneously through the sales pipeline.
• Co-ordinate the definition and delivery of the Xcelerator story for the customer, using value-based messaging tocreate competitive advantage for the customer as a whole and for individual opportunities ensuring all are alignedwith the overall vision messaging.
• Collect and synthesize the right information to create actionable insights that inform data driven decision-making
• Work closely with Customer Outcomes and Customer Support teams to ensure effective hand over and thattechnical solution issues are resolved quickly.

Prospecting and Discovery

• Manage your own pipeline of leads and suspects to meet sales revenue targets and qualify to convert into Salesopportunities.
• Run targeted campaigns with Marketing, Account Development or Inside Sales to generate high quality leads andidentify key players within target customers, or undertake your own activity using cold calling, unsolicited proposalsor social selling.
• Proactively develop relationships with new customers, to understand challenges/needs producing an influence map.
• Evaluate suspect customers’ requirements, identifying the best potential solution fit from the DISW portfolio; theproposed ROI and potential value improvement metrics and targets, determining the most appropriate go to market channeland message to pursue the opportunity with.
• Assess the customer financial situation and complete an opportunity risk assessment and agree with Sales Managerthe level of sales investment warranted for the potential revenue.

Opportunity Management

• Guide the customer through the buying process for land and expand opportunities, engaging directly with customerdecision makers, assisting by providing valuable insights to customers about their business highlighting the case forchange, helping the customer navigate alternatives and avoid potential mistakes.
• Translate value statements into opportunity specific value propositions, addressing current and emerging customerneeds and demonstrating measurable impact on customers’ business performance and be able to communicate usingdirect communications, digital communications and in person presentations.
• Identify and map the key stakeholder landscape and political relationships in each account or prospect and define astakeholder strategy to support the achievement of the account plan.
• Prepare license quotes and contracts, address contract issues prior to contract negotiations and set priorities oncritical issues.
• Define customer success plan and success metrics and transition to Customer Success for onboarding after close.Monitor customer data to ensure solutions are persistently used to maximize adoption and new value points are establishedand communicated.
• Builds a broad influential network and community of advocates inside the account (sponsors and change agents) tocreate additional opportunities.
• Create upsell / cross sell expansion opportunities ensuring we maintain consistently high renewal rates.
• Serve as the point of contact for our existing customers and drive all renewal sales opportunities, helping customersthrough the renewal process with the support of Renewal Sales if available.

Sales Administration, Analytics and Reporting

• Accurately forecast sales opportunities via pipeline reporting using Salesforce.com data
• Maintain accurate and complete customer records, activities and pipeline reports within Salesforce and other CRMtools
• Participate in Win/Loss reviews to identify lessons learnt and adopt recommendations
• Assist in developing simple bid responses to RFx and other types of proposal to grow net new sales
• Produce reports for Sales Management and Sales Meetings

Mentoring and Knowledge Sharing

• Actively participate in relevant internal Interest Groups at the Country or Vertical level to keep up to date onrelevant solution and go to market changes, and industry trends
• Actively participates and shares knowledge around customer, solutions, and industry internally within Country orVertical Sales organization
• Mentors more junior sales team members within Country or Vertical, and partner resellers where appropriate

Good knowledge of the following skills

• Communication
• Presentation
• Teamwork & Collaboration

Basic knowledge of the following skills

• Software Sales Processes
• Sales CRM Systems especially SFDC
• Digital Industry Software Sales especially a focus on specific product group and / or industry
• SaaS Sales
• MS Office and other day to day business systems
• Conflict Management
• Negotiation
• Facilitation
• Analytical and Problem-Solving Skills
• Business and Commercial Acumen
• Customer Leadership
• Self-Development

Scope:

• Local Sales Account Orchestrator for small number of accounts and carrying a personal Sales revenue quota
• On average 15 to 20 small to medium Names Accounts and portfolio of new logo prospects
• Expected mix 70% new logo business / 30% existing account growth and renewals (approx. 15% cross sales and15% adoption expansion)
• Establishes and maintains customer relationships at the line management level, and with coaching/support at thesenior management level

Minimum Requirements in Education and Experience:

• At least 3-5yrs relevant software Sales, Presales or Sales Support experience is required (CAD, CAE, or related Engineering or Manufacturing software)
• Prefer relevant University degree in Business, Computer Science, Engineering, Marketing or Sales (or lower qualification with relevant work experience)
• Experience in, or strong understanding of, Automotive product dev’t processes or Automotive business experience is preferred, but not required.
• SaaS Sales experience preferred, but not required.
• Must currently reside in the United States, preferably in the state of MI or surrounding areas.
• Strong preference for current Siemens DISW employees

NOTE: Applicants must not require employer sponsored work Visa authorization, now or in the future for employment in the USA. Applicants must be legally authorized for employment in the USA.

Why us?

Working at Siemens Software means flexibility - Choosing between working at home and the office at other times is the norm here. We offer great benefits and rewards, as you'd expect from a world leader in industrial software.

A collection of over 377,000 minds building the future, one day at a time in over 200 countries. We're dedicated to equality, and we welcome applications that reflect the diversity of the communities we work in. All employment decisions at Siemens are based on qualifications, merit, and business need. Bring your curiosity and creativity and help us shape tomorrow!

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The total cash compensation range for this position is $106,100 to $212,200 with 50% (+/- 10%) of this being comprised of an annual incentive target. The actual compensation offered is based on the successful candidate’s work location as well as additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education/training.Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here:www.benefitsquickstart.comIn addition, this position is eligible for time off in accordance with Company policies, including paid sick leave paid parental leave, PTO (for non-exempt employees) or non-accrued flexible vacation (for exempt employees).

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