Aveva

Strategic Account Manager

Aveva$80K — $120K *
US-Anywhere
+ 2 other locationsRemote
Enterprise Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 5-7 years of experience in solution-based direct sales
  • Strong business development background with a focus on acquiring new customers
  • Proven ability to meet individual sales targets
  • Experience selling SaaS or DaaS solutions
  • Track record of closing complex software agreements
  • Fluency in English with strong communication skills
  • Excellent interpersonal skills for relationship-building
  • Ability to work independently and collaboratively with teams

Responsibilities

  • Identify and engage potential customers to secure new business opportunities
  • Nurture existing customer relationships to increase account value through upselling and cross-selling
  • Develop and implement strategic account plans to meet revenue targets
  • Collaborate with internal teams to support sales goals effectively
  • Stay informed about industry trends to position AVEVA solutions competitively
  • Engage in continuous development through training on AVEVA's products and sales methodologies
  • Deliver tailored sales presentations to demonstrate the value of AVEVA's technology
  • Manage sales pipeline using Salesforce and MEDDPICC methodology

Benefits

  • Opportunity for regular regional and occasional international travel
  • Access to ongoing training and development programs
  • Join a large, collaborative team with a shared goal of customer satisfaction
  • Work in a dynamic environment focused on innovation and technology solutions
  • Engage with a diverse range of industries and customer needs
Full Job Description
Job Title: Account Manager

Location: East Canada

Employment Type: Full time

As an Account Manager specializing in the Growth and Territory Segment, you will be responsible for driving growth by selling AVEVA's suite of products and services to new and growth customers.

Your role will be pivotal in expanding AVEVA's presence in this market, enabling these customers to leverage our agile data platform to manage their engineering and process data as a unified digital twin. You will focus on meeting sales goals while delivering value-driven solutions to new and existing accounts.

Regular regional travel will be required in this role, with occasional international travel, approx. 50-60 % PA.

Key responsibilities
  • New Business Acquisition: Your main focus is to identify and engage customers that have not previously used AVEVA solutions, securing new business and expanding our market presence.
  • Account Growth: Develop and nurture relationships with existing customers to drive, upsell and cross-sell opportunities, increasing ARR.
  • Sales Strategy Implementation: Develop and execute detailed account plans, from prospecting and qualifying leads to closing deals, ensuring revenue targets are achieved and forecasts are met.
  • Collaborative Selling: Work closely with internal teams and leverage cross-functional resources to support account management and ensure sales goals are achieved.
  • Market Expertise: Stay informed on industry trends, customer needs, and competitive products to effectively position AVEVA's solutions.
  • Continuous Development: Stay up to date on AVEVA's product offerings and sales methodologies through ongoing training.
  • Customer Engagement: Deliver compelling sales presentations that address specific business needs, showcasing the value and unique differentiation of AVEVA's technology.
  • Issue Management: Proactively address and resolve customer issues, collaborating with internal teams to ensure satisfaction.
  • Pipeline Management: Use Salesforce and the MEDDPICC sales methodology to manage your sales pipeline, ensuring accurate forecasts and reporting.


Essential requirements
  • Proven track record in solution-based direct sales, including relationship-building at all levels within client organizations.
  • Business development experience, where your focus is on hunting and securing new customers and business opportunities.
  • Demonstrated ability to deliver against an individual sales target.
  • Experienced in selling SaaS or DaaS (Data as a Service) solutions.
  • Demonstrated ability to close complex software and product agreements, owning the entire sales process.
  • Fluent in English, with excellent written and verbal communication skills and the local language to a minimum level of B2.
  • Strong interpersonal and relationship management abilities, able to engage effectively with various stakeholders.
  • Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team environment.


Desired skills
  • Experience in industrial software, engineering software, or automation is highly preferred.
  • Familiarity with Salesforce and the MEDDPICC sales framework.


Commercial at AVEVA

Our Commercial team, comprised of over 2,000 dedicated colleagues, is the backbone of our customer relationships and business growth. From industry experts and solution architects to sales, support, success managers, and business operations, everyone shares a common goal: to deeply understand our customers' needs and deliver tailored solutions.

If you're passionate about driving growth, tackling complex business challenges, and fostering strong customer relationships, you'll find success and fulfilment in our Commercial team.

Find out more: https://www.aveva.com/en/about/careers/

About Aveva

Aveva is a British multinational software company headquartered in Cambridge, England. It provides engineering and industrial software solutions to various industries, including oil and gas, chemical, power, marine, and mining. The company was founded in 1967 and has grown through a series of mergers and acquisitions over the years. As of 2021, it has over 5,500 employees and operates in more than 80 countries. Aveva is listed on the London Stock Exchange and is a constituent of the FTSE 100 Index.
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