Manages and grows relationships to drive land, expansion and renewals across all solutions within established accounts
Acquires net new customers, within assigned account base
Pursues leads identified by aligned Lead Generation/Business development representatives
Minimizes churn and maximizes retention in assigned accounts
Drives client satisfaction throughout the entire lifecycle of the clients’ buying process
Generates demand by assisting clients to identify current needs and then effectively articulate how the company can add value through its services and solutions
Influences and works closely with vendors/partners to achieve required results
Uses company sales tools and methodology to effectively manage accounts, opportunities, pipelines and forecast
Develops open and effective channels of communication in with each client within the assigned account
Encourages revenue growth by inspiring clients to additional services
Becomes the reliable point of contact for clients that is required to establish a strong business relationship
Takes ownership of a range of accounts within the assigned segments
Determines the best solution requirements for each client that can be deployed by other departments
Builds enduring relationships and display an understanding of the client industry, business environment and strategy to identify current and future opportunities for the organization
Develops and/or aligns governance and compliance policies in own practice area to identify and manage risk exposure liability
Monitors and controls financial governance and compliance throughout an area of specialization in order to manage financial cost
Requirements
Bachelor's degree or equivalent in business or a sales related field
Relevant vendor certifications would be advantageous
Advanced experience in a global partner management role
Advanced experience in a sales environment and/or customer service role
Advanced experience in the IT or professional services industry with a focus on business development and/or sales
Advanced experience in driving alignment to a common vision and working across multiple stakeholders to achieve sales growth
Advanced sales orientation with experience working with clients and business teams to create sales-orientated solutions and services
Advanced experience gained in a similar client manager role
Advanced experience working with Salesforce.com contact platform