Strategic Account Manager

Strategic Account Manager

+ New York City, NY

+ Sales

+ Full time

+ Remote

Checkmarx is the enterprise application security

leader and the host of Checkmarx One the industry -leading cloud-native AppSec platform that

helps enterprises build#DevSecTrust.

**Description**

**Who are we?**

Checkmarx is the leader in application security and ensures that enterprises worldwide can secure their application development from code to cloud. Our consolidated platform and services address the needs of enterprises by improving security and reducing TCO, while simultaneously building trust between AppSec, developers, and CISOs. At Checkmarx, we believe its not just about finding risk, but remediating it across the entire application footprint and software supply chain with one seamless process for all relevant stakeholders.

We are honored to serve more than 1,800 customers, which includes 40 percent of all Fortune 100 companies including Siemens, Airbus, Salesforce, Stellantis, Adidas, Walmart and Sanofi.

**Requirements**

**What are we looking for?**

Checkmarx is seeking a talented Strategic Account Manager to support our sales activities. As Account Manager for one of the most innovative and forward-thinking application security solution providers, you will fill a critical role at Checkmarx by successfully managing, orchestrating, and sourcing accounts and prospects in accounts who will have a significant impact on our revenue. In this role, you will manage multiple sales opportunities and strategic accounts in your assigned region as we grow our business in the US. This is a rare opportunity to showcase your skills, and your sales prowess and professionalism will be rewarded with uncapped earnings. We are looking for a self-motivated individual who is comfortable working in a fast-paced environment.

**How will you make an impact?**

+ Solving customers business and technical problems leveraging a proven value selling methodology (example: MEDDIC)

+ Develop comprehensive sales and business plans within the specific accounts

+ Manage expectations through routine and thorough contact and communication with target markets

+ Develop and employ engaging and penetrating discovery processes to flush out account opportunities

+ Establish "trusted partner" relationship with target markets

+ Solicit and accurately define account vision and technology expectation

+ Coordinate/utilize internal resources to broaden and deepen account relationships

+ Work with management to develop compelling proposals and contracts on a timely basis

+ Develop deep personal expertise and understanding of company solutions

+ Identify opportunities for new solutions or project approaches for each target account

+ Identify and recommend effective solutions, processes, and techniques to accounts

+ Stay current on industry trends and new or innovative approaches and incorporates them into solutions

+ Prepare engaging account presentations to create demand and expand account penetration

+ Maintain timely and accurate account documentation in Salesforce.com

+ Participate in selected industry activities, organizations, and tradeshows as assigned

+ Communicate account issues accurately and timely and ensure prompt resolution

+ Follow up with accounts, formally and informally, to measure satisfaction level

+ Demo and Close target Clients on appropriate solutions

**What is needed to succeed?**

+ Bachelor's Degree or related experience

+ At least 5 years of experience in direct sales to large enterprise customers, with a proven, successful track record of generating revenue and closing business.

+ Proven success selling software into the territory

+ Significant technology aptitude and demonstrated competence in MS Office, CRM, and SFA tools

+ Proficient with online applications such as SFDC, LinkedIn, ZOOM, TEAMS

+ Experience selling security software a plus

+ Experience with startup and international companies a plus

+ Travel required as needed, mostly within the US

+ Proficiency using Sales Methodology (MEDDIC preferred)

**What we have to offer**

+ Competitive salary

+ Medical, dental, vision, 401(K), and additional incentives

+ Culture of community and opportunity to work in a growing organization

+ Room for career growth and professional development

+ Training and educational opportunities

Checkmarx is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other characteristics protected by law. Checkmarx will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States for this opening

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