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As a Strategic Account Executive at Bloomreach, you will lead new-business sales in multi-stakeholder environments and manage end-to-end, complex deal cycles. You’ll own the full sales cycle—from prospecting and qualification through pricing, negotiation, and close—delivering new revenue across the UK market, focussing on the FSI vertical as a priority. You’ll collaborate cross-functionally with SDRs, Solutions Consultants, and key internal teams, as well as external partners, to open, advance, and win strategic opportunities. Your work will be pivotal in driving our growth in the UK.
Job Responsibility:
Develop and execute a targeted cross-regional sales strategy to penetrate key prospects (C-level), acquire new logos, and drive revenue growth
Act as the CEO of your territory by assembling and leading a cross-functional virtual team to execute go-to-market strategies, including entering new markets or developing green markets when required.
Hand over the deals to the Account Management to ensure a seamless customer experience
Qualify leads early and effectively by identifying pain points and matching personas to Bloomreach’s Ideal Customer Profile (ICP).
Demonstrate strong proficiency in sales methodologies such as Value-Based Selling, MEDDPICC, or Challenger Sales to navigate complex sales cycles and drive high-value deals.
Ensure a robust sales pipeline by maintaining 3x the quarterly target through active prospecting and engaging effectively with C-level clients via various channels, including cold-calls, marketing lead follow-ups, RFPs, professional relationships, local marketing agency contacts, webinars, networking and face-to-face meetings.
Collaborate closely with your CEA, channel partner, marketing, enablement, product and customer success teams, to revive old or stalled opportunities, qualify opportunities, and actively mature opportunities consistently
Conduct thorough business needs analyses, prepare high-level client briefs, demos, and proposals presenting the unique value proposition of Bloomreach, and explain how it satisfies their needs.
Clearly articulate how Bloomreach provides value over competitors and ensures shortlisting for purchasing decisions.
Understand the Request for Proposal (RFP) process and influence it early on.
Manage the CRM system to ensure accurate reporting and forecasting, maintaining high standards of data hygiene.
Multithread to build and maintain solid long-term client relationships with key decision-makers and influencers, offering regular follow-ups and checking in on evolving needs.
Provide insights on market trends, competitive landscape, and customer feedback to improve our product and sales effectiveness.
Demonstrate initiative in your role to grow the business.
Requirements:
5+ years years of quota-carrying experience (B2B sales) selling software or software-as-a-service (SaaS)
Deep knowledge of MarTech technologies, CRM, Marketing Automation, CMS, Search and Merch or data capabilities
Experience selling into Financial Services highly desirable
A proven track record of meeting and exceeding revenue quota in a Sales Manager or equivalent role
Well-established presence in the local markets with a relevant network
The ability to successfully negotiate and close deals in a highly collaborative team environment
Detail oriented, relationship-building skills, and a focus on a high level of customer service, having a passion for building rapport with clients and helping their businesses
The ability to adapt to new environments and use your own initiative
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including high-calibre presentation skills
Excellent time management skills, positive attitude and a “love of selling”
What we offer:
A great deal of freedom and trust
We believe in flexible working hours to accommodate your working style.
We work virtual-first with several Bloomreach Hubs available across three continents.
We organize company events to experience the global spirit of the company and get excited about what's ahead.
We encourage and support our employees to engage in volunteering activities - every Bloomreacher can take 5 paid days off to volunteer*
We have a People Development Program -- participating in personal development workshops on various topics run by experts from inside the company.
Our resident communication coach Ivo Večeřa is available to help navigate work-related communications & decision-making challenges.*
Our managers are strongly encouraged to participate in the Leader Development Program
Bloomreachers utilize the $1,500 professional education budget on an annual basis to purchase education products (books, courses, certifications, etc.)*
The Employee Assistance Program -- with counselors -- is available for non-work-related challenges.*
Subscription to Calm - sleep and meditation app.*
We organize ‘DisConnect’ days where Bloomreachers globally enjoy one additional day off each quarter
We facilitate sports, yoga, and meditation opportunities for each other.
Extended parental leave up to 26 calendar weeks for Primary Caregivers.*
Restricted Stock Units or Stock Options are granted depending on a team member’s role, seniority, and location.*
Everyone gets to participate in the company's success through the company performance bonus.*
We offer an employee referral bonus of up to $3,000 paid out immediately after the new hire starts.
We reward & celebrate work anniversaries -- Bloomversaries!*