Sr. Enterprise Account Executive-DACH

Contentstack; United States; Remote; Confidential; Full time

Job summary

Join a pioneering team as a Sr. Enterprise Account Executive, where you will drive innovation in digital experiences. This role is not just about sales; it's about building meaningful relationships and shaping the future of content management. You'll work with iconic brands, leveraging your expertise in enterprise software sales to craft tailored solutions that meet customer needs. In a vibrant and supportive environment, you'll be encouraged to challenge the status quo, grow professionally, and make a significant impact. If you're passionate about transforming digital experiences and thrive in a dynamic setting, this opportunity is for you.

Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Team Outings

Community Volunteer Opportunities

Learning and Development Opportunities

Health Insurance

Performance Bonuses

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in enterprise software sales with a proven track record.
• Fluent in German and English, with strong consultative sales skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve revenue targets.
• Initiate conversations to understand customer needs and tailor solutions.

Skills

Enterprise Software Sales

Strategic Selling

Relationship Building

Cold Calling

Consultative Sales

Pipeline Generation

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

CRM Software

MEDDPICC

Job description

What is Contentstack?

Contentstack is the creator of the headless CMS and the Composable Digital Experience Platform (DXP) category leader. Iconic brands around the world, such as Alaska Airlines, ASICS, Burberry, Mattel, Mitsubishi, and Walmart, invest in Contentstack to rise above the noise in today's crowded and competitive digital markets and to gain their unique Experience Edge. Contentstack and its employees are dedicated to the customers and communities they serve. The company is recognized for its unmatched customer care and tradition of giving back globally through the Contentstack Cares program, including proud support of Pledge 1% and Girls Who Code.

Who Are We?

At Contentstack we are more than colleagues, we are a tribe. Our vision is to pursue equity among our communities, employees, partners, and customers. We are global-diverse yet close; distributed yet connected. We are dreamers and dreammakers who challenge the status quo. We do the right thing, even when no one is watching. We are curious trendspotters and brave trendsetters. Our mission is to make Contentstack indispensable for organizations to tell their stories and to connect with the people they care about through inspiring, modern experiences. We care deeply about our customers and the communities we serve. #OneTeamOneDream. Chalo, let’s go!

Tasks

What Are We Looking For?

Contentstack is looking for an enthusiastic, self-driven Sr Enterprise Account Executive for the DACH region to join our fast-paced, high-performing team of sales professionals. You will be the first point of contact with potential customers and set the tone for future client experiences. You will be critical and drive business growth by identifying, building, and nurturing new customer relationships. Your consultative sales and relationship-building expertise will be essential to achieving and exceeding sales targets.

Our ideal candidate is hard-working and highly motivated to execute the sales plan. You think outside of the traditional cadence and social selling realm. You value cold calling, and personalized email outreach, and can leverage buyer personas within Enterprise accounts. Above all, you are passionate about innovating in the composable DXP space, delivering the best possible customer experience. Here's what you'll be doing:

• Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy for your territory to achieve revenue targets and expand our customer base
• Initiate meaningful conversations to understand customer needs and pain points and tailor solutions accordingly
• Work closely with the Business Development Representative to find and develop new opportunities
• Leverage Contentstack Partners to discover and run co-sell opportunities
• Qualify and drive opportunities using MEDDPICC
• Lead negotiations and contract discussions, ensuring mutually beneficial outcomes
• Work closely with sales-engineering and cross-functional teams to develop and present compelling proposals that address customers’ needs
• Stay ahead on market trends, industry shifts, and competitor activities to inform sales strategies
• Utilize insights to position Contentstack as a solution provider that offers unique value
• Monitor and analyze sales metrics, forecasts, and performance data to assess progress and make data-driven decisions
• Keep CRM up to date and provide regular updates to management on sales performance, strategies, and market insights

Requirements

What Really Gets Us Excited About You?

• 5+ years of quota-carrying enterprise software or technology sales in a New Business role
• Enterprise SaaS (Software as a Service) experience within a fast-paced/high-growth business is required
• Demonstrable experience in strategic selling: strategy, relationship and organization mapping, etc.
• Native German speaker fluent in English
• Experience leveraging Business Development Representatives
• Proven ability to generate pipeline in DACH territories
• Consistent track record of exceeding quota (top 10% of your company) in past positions
• Demonstrated an upwards trajectory of performance (against individual direct sales quotas of >$1M+)
• Sales Methodology training and strong customer references preferred
• Experienced in account analysis methodologies such as MEDDPICC preferred
• A bachelor’s or university degree preferred but not required
• Experience with the content management industry is a big plus
• MACH tech stack experience is also a big plus
• Some travel is exciting to you!

Salary for this role ranges between €105,000-120,000 plus variables based on skill set and experience

Benefits

What Do We Offer?

Interesting Work | We hire curious trendspotters and brave trendsetters. This is NOT your boring, routine, cushy, rest-and-vest corporate job. This is the “challenge yourself” role where you learn something new every day, never stop growing, and have fun while you’re doing it.

Tribe Vibe | We are more than colleagues, we are a tribe. We have a strict “no a**hole policy” and enforce it diligently. This means we spend time together - with spontaneous office happy hours, organized outings, and community volunteer opportunities. We are a diverse and distributed team, but we like to stay connected.

Bragging Rights | We are dreamers and dream makers. Our efforts pay off and we work with the most prestigious brands, from big-name retailers to airlines, to professional sports teams. Your contribution will make an impact with many of the most recognizable names in almost every industry including ASICS, Chase, Steve Madden, Holiday Inn, Icelandair, Mattel, Mitsubishi, Riot Games, Shell, and many more!

One Team One Dream | This is one of our values, and it shows. We don’t believe in artificial hierarchies. If you’re part of the tribe, you have an opportunity to contribute. Your voice will be heard and you will also receive regular updates about the business and its performance. Which, btw, is through the roof, so it’s a great time to be joining…

Join Contentstack as a Sr. Enterprise Account Executive-DACH and drive innovation in digital experiences with a pioneering team committed to excellence, community, and your professional growth.