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At Akeneo, we are always looking for talented individuals to join our growing team. This posting serves as an invitation for spontaneous applications from candidates who are interested in potential future opportunities within our sales organisation. While we may not have specific roles open at this exact moment, we anticipate future needs and are proactively building a pool of qualified candidates.
Akeneo is the Product Experience (PX) company and global leader in Product Information Management (PIM), creating a world where every product interaction is an experience that guides consumers and professionals to the best purchase, anytime, anywhere.
We're all about experience - from the best-in-class product we build to the inspiring environment we create for our employees. You'll grow in a dynamic environment where your ideas and expertise will make an impact from day one. Our flexible work model empowers you to thrive, balancing professional success with personal fulfillment. At Akeneo, you’ll be part of a supportive and collaborative team that values open communication, shared successes, and meaningful relationships.
Learn more about our culture and values via our Career page.
Job Description
Join us as an Account Executive at Akeneo, where you'll play a pivotal role in expanding our presence by selling innovative solutions to leading brands. Reporting to the VP of Sales, you'll be part of the North America sales team, known for its strong sense of collaboration and collective success, where every contribution is recognised and celebrated. At Akeneo, we value autonomy and trust our employees to take ownership of their work, empowering you to make impactful decisions and shape your own path. With Akeneo driving innovation in the Product Experience category, you'll be joining us at an exciting time to help shape the future of this fast-evolving industry!
Responsibilities
* Build, manage and grow a pipeline of accounts, driving new business while fostering long-term relationships with clients and key decision-makers.
* Act as a lead on complex sales cycles by maintaining regular communication with prospects, adjusting strategies and managing negotiations while addressing the concerns of multiple stakeholders to close high-value deals.
* Collaborate closely with internal teams, including sales engineering, marketing, and customer success, to deliver tailored solutions that meet client needs and align with company goals.
* Work with Akeneo's strategic partners to identify and close sales opportunities, ensuring seamless collaboration and leveraging partner relationships to drive joint success.
* Build and maintain a deep knowledge of the company's products and market trends to create compelling value propositions that resonate with mid-market buyers and address their unique business challenges.
* Leverage CRM tools (like Salesforce) to track and update deal stages, providing accurate and insightful sales forecasts that keep leadership informed on pipeline health and revenue potential.
Qualifications
* You have 2+ years experience in a closing role selling B2B SaaS solutions (experience in the e-commerce industry would be a plus).
* You have experience leading complex sales cycles involving different touchpoints, such as internal teams (e.g. Pre-Sales, Customer Success) and partners (e.g. System Integrators, ISVs).
* You are comfortable presenting in front of C-levels and have strong communication skills.
* You can work autonomously but also value collaboration and teamwork.
Life at Akeneo
Work Environment
* Work-Life Balance: Enjoy 25 days of annual leave with flexible working hours, and a hybrid setup allowing 3-4 days working from home. Option to Work from Anywhere for up to 30 days per year.
* Home Office & Commuting Allowance: Enjoy a $600 budget to enhance your home office and an $80 monthly sustainable transportation allowance for eco-friendly commuting.
Inclusivity
* Generous Parental Leave: Benefit from 16 weeks of paid maternity leave, 4 weeks of paid leave for the second parent. A gradual return to work program is also available.
* Community & Support: Engage in 2 paid volunteering days annually and join Employee Resource Groups dedicated to promoting diversity and inclusion within the company.
Growth and Development
* Professional Development: Access a $1,000 annual budget for personal professional development and take advantage of career paths, internal mobility opportunities, and a "Women in Leadership Programme."
* Comprehensive Onboarding: Start on the right foot with an 8-week onboarding program.
Wellbeing
* Health & Insurance: Receive 100% employer contribution for employees and their dependents for medical, dental, and vision benefits up to the set caps.
* Financial Security: Benefit from a 401k with a 4% company match and short as well as long-term disability insurance.
* Mental Health Support: Access individual and confidential sessions with a mental health practitioner or coach of your choice.
For more information about benefits, don’t hesitate to contact our Talent Acquisition team.
Akeneo is the product experience (PX) company and global leader in Product Information Management (PIM); creating a world where every product interaction is an experience that guides consumers and professionals to the best purchase, anytime, anywhere. Akeneo empowers business leaders with software, education, and an engaged community all focused on the practice of product experience management.
Seniority level
* Seniority level
Entry level
Employment type
* Employment type
Full-time
Job function
* Job function
Sales and Business Development
* Industries
Software Development
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