Account Executive (West - Us - Remote)

Upwind Security, Inc.; Cape Town; Remote; ZAR 200 000 - 300 000; Full time

Job summary

A cloud security firm located in Cape Town seeks an experienced Enterprise Account Executive. The ideal candidate will excel in developing sales strategies, managing customer relationships, and leading contract negotiations. Strong communication skills and a proven sales record are essential. Join a dynamic team dedicated to innovation and customer satisfaction.

Qualifications

• Proven track record of driving and closing enterprise deals.
• Ability to effectively sell to C-level executives and technical stakeholders.
• Consistent achievement of quota and revenue targets.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy to identify and generate new business pipeline.
• Demonstrate understanding of customer needs to position Upwind's solution.
• Collaborate and build trusted relationships with channel partners.

Skills

Sales strategy development

Customer relationship management

Contract negotiation

Excellent communication skills

Adaptability in fast-paced environments

Job description

Upwind is a place where opportunities happen

At Upwind, we are a team of hands-on, problem solvers and doers.

We believe in empoweringorganizations to run their cloud environments securely and efficiently to accelerate their businesses.

Working at Upwind is an exhilarating journey of innovation and growth.

Every day presents new challenges and opportunities that fuel my passion and drive.

In this dynamic environment, I've collaborated with talented individuals who value inclusion and embrace different perspectives.

Nofar Ginon

We are Driven by Customers

We listen closely to understand our customers' deepest pain points, working backwards to deliver easy-to-use, innovative solutions that not only meet immediate needs, but anticipate future ones.

We prioritize long-term relationships and value over short term outcomes, striving to exceed expectations and reinforce our customers' trust in Upwind.

We make decisions swiftly, recognizing many can be reversed or refined.

We believe in failing fast, and aren't afraid to change course when necessary.

With a bias for action we take calculated risks – even in the face of uncertainty – knowing that urgency drives momentum and propels us forward.

Speed doesn't just get us there faster; it lets us adapt quickly and build on each step with what we learn.

We Improve Every Day

We believe in the power of incremental progress : every day, every meeting, and every decision is an opportunity to improve.

Committing to getting 1% better with each cycle creates compounding gains, allowing us to build products that are 10x better over time.

Improvement doesn't stop with delivery; we follow up, adapt, and refine to ensure every outcome evolves towards excellence.

We Take Ownership

We get the job done and never assume that someone else will do it.

When things aren't going right, we take responsibility and step in to fix it.

No task is beneath us, and "it's not my job" isn't in our vocabulary.

As owners, we stay aligned with the bigger picture for Upwind, communicating efficiently, giving constructive feedback, and proactively escalating issues to keep everyone moving forward together.

We are Resourceful and Resilient

We create our own reality, accomplishing more with less by leaning on creative problem-solving & adaptability.

When we face constraints and the path forward isn't clear, we find ways to make it work without sacrificing quality or our commitment to high standards.

We see setbacks as new opportunities to innovate, moving forward stronger and better prepared.

We Lead with Humility

We approach every interaction with humility, respecting and learning from others.

We hold ourselves accountable, publicly owning mistakes and using them as stepping stones for growth.

Integrity guides us to act in the best interests of the team, fostering a culture of trust, shared purpose, and mutual growth.

As a UI / UX designer, I enjoy creating user-friendly experiences that deliver innovative technology.

It's empowering to be part of a company that values inclusion and embraces unique perspectives in the cybersecurity industry.

UX / UI Designer, Upwind

Upwind is a place where diversity of thought is encouraged and accepted.

My ideas are valued, my voice is heard, and my potential is realized.

We are shaping the future of cloud security.

We are looking for an experienced Enterprise Account Executive to join our team of expert sellers that is deeply committed to building meaningful relationships with customers, focusing on their value and thinking strategically about bringing deals to close.

Responsibilities

Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy to identify and generate new business pipeline, exceed revenue targets, and win new enterprise logos

Demonstrate a thorough understanding of customer needs, challenges, and business objectives to effectively position Upwind's solution with C-level executives and technical stakeholders

Partner closely with technical teams to ensure seamless integration and implementation to accelerate the time-to-value realization for clients

Lead and execute end-to-end sales cycles with excellence in all phases : from pipeline generation and opportunity qualification to the creation and delivery of a quantifiable business case / ROI justification

Collaborate and build trusted relationships with Upwind channel partners and ecosystem to expand and optimize market reach

Lead contract negotiations to completion and successful closure

Requirements

Proven track record of driving and closing enterprise deals

Ability to effectively sell to both C-level executives and technical stakeholders in Cloud / Security / DevOps

Consistent achievement of quota and revenue targets with strong W2 history

Familiarity and experience utilizing proven qualification methodologies (e.g. MEDDPICC) and a disciplined sales process

Maintain accurate forecasting and reporting of the business to leadership and embrace a data-driven approach to SFDC hygiene

Excellent communication and presentation skills.

Self-motivated, results-driven, collaborative, and adaptable to keep up in a very fast-paced, rapidly changing startup environment

Strong understanding of cloud security concepts, technologies, and trends preferred