NetApp

Senior Client Executive

NetApp$330K — $350K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of experience in enterprise-level sales, particularly in storage or cloud solutions.
  • Strong background in cloud storage and on-premises storage in the B2B tech sector.
  • Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas.
  • Experience collaborating with Solutions Engineers or Architects for sales initiatives.
  • Strong analytical skills for forecasting and performance tracking.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation abilities.

Responsibilities

  • Manage relationships with 10-15 enterprise accounts and identify new business opportunities.
  • Collaborate with the Account Technology Specialist to create and execute a technical sales strategy.
  • Achieve sales quotas through proactive account management and solution selling.
  • Use a consultative approach to understand customer needs and offer tailored solutions.
  • Work with internal teams including Solutions Architects and Product Specialists to deliver comprehensive customer solutions.
  • Lead customer meetings to align with technical and business requirements.
  • Stay updated on industry trends and competitor activities to effectively position solutions.
  • Act as a subject matter expert, mentoring junior team members and contributing to team strategies.

Benefits

  • Health insurance options for comprehensive coverage.
  • Life insurance policies for employee security.
  • Retirement or pension plans to support long-term savings.
  • Generous paid time off (PTO) for work-life balance.
  • Variety of leave options for personal and family needs.
  • Performance-based incentives to reward high achievers.
  • Employee stock purchase plan with stock options.
Full Job Description
Job Summary

As an Enterprise Client Executive at NetApp, you will take ownership of a select portfolio of 10-15 named Fortune accounts within the greater Philadelphia Metro region. This role is crucial in driving significant revenue growth by building and expanding strategic relationships with enterprise customers. You will collaborate closely with your Account Technology Specialist (Solutions Engineer) to develop and execute a comprehensive technical and sales strategy, delivering the full value of the NetApp portfolio.

**************THIS ROLE WILL REQUIRE A CANDIDATE WHO RESIDES IN THE GREATER PHILADELPHIA METRO AREA

Key Responsibilities:
  • Account Management: Manage and nurture relationships with 10-15 named enterprise accounts, identifying and pursuing new business opportunities to expand NetApp's footprint.
  • Sales Strategy: Partner with the Account Technology Specialist to define and execute a technical strategy that aligns with customer goals and drives account growth.
  • Quota Achievement: Consistently meet or exceed sales quotas through strategic account management, proactive engagement, and solution selling.
  • Consultative Selling: Utilize a consultative sales approach to understand customer needs, develop customized solutions, and present formal quotes and proposals.
  • Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with NetApp's internal teams, including Sales Engineers, Solutions Architects, and Product Specialists, to deliver comprehensive solutions that meet customer requirements.
  • Customer Engagement: Schedule and lead customer meetings, bringing in additional NetApp team members as needed to support the sales process and ensure alignment with technical and business needs.
  • Market Insight: Stay informed about industry trends, competitive landscape, and customer challenges to position NetApp's solutions effectively.
  • Leadership and Influence: Serve as a subject matter expert within the sales team, contributing to team initiatives and mentoring less experienced colleagues.


Job Requirements

  • Experience: At least 7 years of experience in enterprise-level sales, with a focus on selling storage, cloud solutions, or related technologies.
  • Industry Expertise: Strongly preferred experience in cloud storage and on-premises storage within the tech B2B sector, ensuring a deep understanding of both environments and their business implications.
  • Proven Success: Demonstrated track record of achieving or surpassing sales quotas, with experience managing and growing enterprise accounts.
  • Technical Collaboration: Experience working in tandem with Solutions Engineers or Architects to drive sales success.
  • Sales Acumen: Strong analytical skills with a background in sales forecasting, performance tracking, and relationship management.
  • Communication: Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage effectively at all levels within enterprise organizations.


This position offers an exceptional opportunity to be part of a global leader in cloud data services and storage solutions. As an Enterprise Client Executive, you will play a key role in driving customer engagement and sales execution within a dynamic and collaborative environment. NetApp is committed to supporting your professional growth and development, offering a career path that fosters long-term success and achievement.

Compensation
The base salary range for this position is 330,000- 350,000 and will be determined by the candidate's location, qualifications, experience, and education. Final compensation packages are competitive and in line with industry standards, reflecting a variety of factors, and include a comprehensive benefits package. This may cover Health Insurance, Life Insurance, Retirement or Pension Plans, Paid Time Off (PTO), various Leave options, Performance-Based Incentives, employee stock purchase plan, and/or restricted stocks (RSU's), with all offerings subject to regional variations and governed by local laws, regulations, and company policies. Benefits may vary by country and region, and further details will be provided as part of the recruitment process.

About NetApp

NetApp is a global cloud-led, data-centric software company that empowers organizations to lead with data in the age of accelerated digital transformation. The company provides systems, software and cloud services that enable them to run their applications optimally from data center to cloud, whether they are developing in the cloud, moving to the cloud, or creating their own cloud-like experiences on premises. With solutions that perform across diverse environments, NetApp helps organizations build their own data fabric and securely deliver the right data, services and applications to the right people?anytime, anywhere. Learn more at www.netapp.com.
Learn more about NetApp
Size
12,000 employees
Market Cap
$12.7 billion
Industry
Net Income
$592 million
Founded
1992
5 Year Trend
+2.8%
Revenue
$5.5 billion
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