Solution Sales Executive BTP (South)

SAP; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 115,200 - 274,600; Full time

Job summary

SAP is seeking a Solution Sales Executive to partner with account teams, drive solution-specific sales motions, and expand SAP footprint across large enterprises. You will bring domain expertise to solve customer challenges and manage the end-to-end sales cycle.

You will forecast, pursue new business, and lead opportunities with a focus on AI, PaaS, and LCNC, leveraging SAP BTP and related tech. This is a client-facing, strategic role within the Sales function.

Qualifications

• Experience selling, Database, Data Management, Analytics and/or Technology solutions to large Enterprises.
• Experience in selling Artificial Intelligence, Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS), Process Automation, and LCNC (Low Code/No Code) solutions.
• Management of large, complex sales cycles with expectations to achieve quota.
• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to interact at the CXO level. Experience hunting for new business and expanding our business relationships in existing accounts.
• Minimum of 5-10 years of similar working experience.
• Possess hands‑on knowledge of SAP, Oracle, Microsoft, Teradata, Informatica, MapR, Microsoft, AWS, Google Cloud, Cloudera, Hortonworks, or other associated data management technology.
• Business value and positioning of Platform as Service solutions like SAP BTP, MuleSoft, etc.
• Ability to forecast/ manage sales cycles, and successfully close new business.
• Proven problem‑resolution, communication, planning & organizing, and execution skills.
• Business development, prospecting, and presentation skills.
• A proven track record of exceeding sales objectives and territory/account development.
• Bachelor’s Degree

Responsibilities

• Generate demand, manage pipeline, and close opportunities
• Develop opportunity plans containing compelling solution value propositions
• Conduct White Space analysis to identify growth opportunities
• Work with the wider account team on sales campaigns
• Manage customer relationships at the solution area/buying center level
• Progress opportunities for move to cloud/expand footprint accounts or accounts that are new to the solution area
• Utilize deep knowledge of how companies operate, business models, strategies, and end‑to‑end business processes
• Stay informed about SAP’s competition and value drivers
• Leverage SAP’s comprehensive team of experts and industry knowledge to effectively address customer needs
• Build customer participation in relevant SAP communities, programs, and events

Skills

Sales experience

Database

Data Management

Analytics

Technology solutions

AI solutions

PaaS

LCNC

CXO communication

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Tools

SAP BTP

MuleSoft

AWS

Google Cloud

Oracle

Microsoft

Job description

We help the world run better

At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

What You'll Do

The Solution Sales Executive (SSE) partners with the end-to-end account owner to drive solution‑specific sales motions, bring in domain expertise to solve customer business challenges, and grow the customer’s SAP footprint through renewal and expansion to support long‑term customer success.

• Generate demand, manage pipeline, and close opportunities


• Develop opportunity plans containing compelling solution value propositions


• Conduct White Space analysis to identify growth opportunities


• Work with the wider account team on sales campaigns


• Manage customer relationships at the solution area/buying center level


• Progress opportunities for move to cloud/expand footprint accounts or accounts that are new to the solution area


• Utilize deep knowledge of how companies operate, business models, strategies, and end‑to‑end business processes


• Stay informed about SAP’s competition and value drivers


• Leverage SAP’s comprehensive team of experts and industry knowledge to effectively address customer needs


• Build customer participation in relevant SAP communities, programs, and events


• Facilitate collaboration with the partner ecosystem

What You Bring

• Experience selling, Database, Data Management, Analytics and/or Technology solutions to large Enterprises.


• Experience in selling Artificial Intelligence, Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS), Process Automation, and LCNC (Low Code/No Code) solutions.


• Management of large, complex sales cycles with expectations to achieve quota.


• Strong communication and presentation skills with the ability to interact at the CXO level. Experience hunting for new business and expanding our business relationships in existing accounts.


• Minimum of 5-10 years of similar working experience.


• Possess hands‑on knowledge of SAP, Oracle, Microsoft, Teradata, Informatica, MapR, Microsoft, AWS, Google Cloud, Cloudera, Hortonworks, or other associated data management technology.


• Business value and positioning of Platform as Service solutions like SAP BTP, MuleSoft, etc.


• Ability to forecast/ manage sales cycles, and successfully close new business.


• Proven problem‑resolution, communication, planning & organizing, and execution skills.


• Business development, prospecting, and presentation skills.


• A proven track record of exceeding sales objectives and territory/account development.


• Bachelor’s Degree

Meet Your Team

• Demonstrate and sell the business benefits and value proposition of SAP Database, Data Management and Analytics, and Technology solutions.


• Collaborate with support resources to maximize SAP BTP revenue.


• Identify customer business pains and challenges and articulate those challenges into SAP solutions.


• Identify areas of innovation within the client base, and then drive resources to prove the innovation and its business value for the customer.


• Develop new business sales opportunities in new accounts.


• Manage several complex sales opportunities simultaneously.


• Win complex sales deals in a competitive environment to achieve sales targets.


• Maintain broad and deep knowledge of SAP BTP portfolio and industry trends.

Bring out your best

SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end‑to‑end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose‑driven and future‑focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.

We win with inclusion

SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well‑being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.

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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.

Compensation Range Transparency: SAP believes the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step towards demonstrating SAP’s commitment to pay equity. SAP provides the annualized compensation range inclusive of base salary and variable incentive target for the career level applicable to the posted role. The targeted annual combined range for this position is 115200-274600USD. The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidate will be within that range, dependent upon the key aspects of each case which may include education, skills, experience, scope of the role, location, etc. as determined through the selection process. Any SAP variable incentive includes a targeted dollar amount and any actual payout amount is dependent on company and personal performance. Please reference this link for a summary of SAP benefits and eligibility requirements: SAP North America Benefits.

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Work Area: Sales

Expected Travel: 0 - 10%

Career Status: Professional

Employment Type: Regular Full Time