Enterprise Account Manager
About Us:We are the leader in human-centric cybersecurity. Half a million customers, including 87 of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to protect their organizations. We’re driven by a mission to stay ahead of bad actors and safeguard the digital world. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.
How We Work:At Proofpoint, you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity, guided by our BRAVE core values: Bold in how we dream and innovate, Responsive to feedback, challenges, and opportunities, Accountable for results and best-in-class outcomes, Visionary in future-focused problem-solving, Exceptional in execution and impact.
At Proofpoint we offer and value the following, “Good work life balance”, “Excellent Compensation and benefits” and most importantly a culture & colleagues that inspires people to do their best”Corporate Overview
Proofpoint is a leading cybersecurity company protecting organizations’ greatest assets and biggest risks: vulnerabilities in people. With an integrated suite of cloud-based solutions, Proofpoint helps companies around the world stop targeted threats, safeguard their data, and make their users more resilient against cyber attacks. Leading organizations of all sizes, including more than half of the Fortune 1000, rely on Proofpoint for people-centric security and compliance solutions mitigating their most critical risks across email, the cloud, social media, and the web.
We are singularly devoted to helping our customers protect their greatest assets and biggest security risk: their people. That’s why we’re a leader in next-generation cybersecurity.
The Role
Proofpoint is one of the fastest growing cyber security firms globally (Gartner MQ leader for 7 consecutive years) with unique focus of protecting people and defending data. We have had over 70 consecutive quarters of growth and because of our continued success we are now seeking a highly motivated Named Account Manager to develop a portfolio of Enterprise scale accounts.
We are seeking a proactive, creative, and tenacious Enterprise Sales Professional to drive new cyber security business predominantly across multiple vertical markets. This role will demand interaction with large scale enterprises at the ‘C’ level, as well as with technical staff within the security and IT organisation.
Your day-to-day
Focus on hunting and developing Large Enterprise Accounts (cross-vertical)
Articulate and promote the company’s value proposition and services to become a trusted advisor within your customer base
Work with internal resources, including aligned System Engineers to prepare account strategies
Collaborate with Systems Engineers to organise and deliver compelling and flawless product demonstrations
Partner with the channel to gain access into new accounts
Deliver strong operational excellence, to include forecast accuracy, SFDC pipeline development,Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Proofpoint’s competitive positioning in the marketplace
What you bring to the team
Experienced technology sales professional, with a particular focus on Saa
S and disruptive technologies. Experience of Cyber Security is a plus
Proven track record of over-achieving targets, net new logo achievements and capacity to leverage channel partnerships
Ability to establish strong business relationships at the executive level
Strong business acumen, and ability to become a trusted client advisor
Experience of closing complex opportunities in the range of $100k – $1m
Proficient user of formal sales training methodologies e.g. MEDDIC, Challenger, TAS, Command of the Message.
Willingness and aptitude to be coached, and diligence to follow a proven sales process
Entrepreneurial self-starter with a consistent focus on account planning, pipeline generation and opportunity progression. You’re strategic in approach, but always act with urgency.
Preferably you’ll have experience of using Salesforce
Why Proofpoint
Supportive leadership; an inclusive and employee centric culture
Award winning technology
We invest in our sales teams, through world-class leadership & enablement programs
Protecting people is at the heart of our award-winning lineup of cybersecurity solutions, and the people who work here are the key to our success. We’re a customer-focused and a driven-to-win organization with leading-edge products. We are an inclusive, diverse, multinational company that believes in culture fit, but more importantly ‘culture-add’, and we strongly encourage people from all walks of life to apply.
We believe in hiring the best and the brightest to help cultivate our culture of collaboration and appreciation. Apply today and explore your future at Proofpoint! #LifeAtPFPT#LI-JS2Why Proofpoint? At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you’ll love working with us:Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits
Learning & Development: We are committed to the growth and development of our team members, offering a range of programs including leadership and professional development workshops, stretch project assignments, and mentoring opportunities to help employees reach their full potential.
Flexible work environment: (Remote options, hybrid schedules, flexible hours, etc.).
Annual wellness and community outreach days
Always on recognition for your contributions
Global collaboration and networking opportunities
Our Culture:Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to How to Apply Interested? Submit your application here We can’t wait to hear from you!
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