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Strategic Account Manager

Checkmarx • Chicago, IL • 1h ago

US - Chicago, IL

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

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.

Powered by the intelligence from our industry-leading AppSec security research team, and our AI-driven technology and services, our platform is designed to enable CISOs, AppSec and development leaders to prioritize their teams' focus on what impacts their business.

Our offerings secure every phase of development for every application, from the very first line of code through production, while simultaneously balancing the dynamic needs of security and development teams.

We are honored to serve more than 1,800 customers, which includes 60 percent of all Fortune 100 organizations. We are committed to moving forward with the unwavering dedication to the safety and security of our customers, and the applications that power our day-to-day lives.

Strategic Account Manager

Checkmarx is seeking a talented Strategic Account Manager to support our Sales activities. As a Strategic Account Manager for one of the most innovative and forward-thinking application security solution providers, you will fill a critical role by successfully managing, orchestrating, and sourcing accounts and prospects and 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?

In this role, you will identify, develop, and manage multiple sales opportunities and strategic accounts in your assigned region.

Solving customer's 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

Requirements

What is needed to succeed?

Over 5 years of experience in direct and/or indirect sales

Experience selling and presenting value-based proposals to executive decision makers in Cybersecurity, Software Development / DevSecOps

Ability to work in a team orientated environment and coordinate internal resources as required by sales cycle

Proven, successful track record of generating revenue and closing business (consistent track record; making presidents club)

Vast Experience in MEDDIC/MEDDPIC selling methodology, revenue strategy, qualification process value pyramid etc.

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

Relish the challenge of assisting clients in solving critical business challenges.

Understand that Agile approaches are a way of life. Success and failures are mutually inclusive learning opportunities.

Sales Hunter at heart. Forward-looking, honest, and pragmatic.

Travel within the region is required as and when needed.

What we have to offer

Competitive salary - Compensation range $250,000 to $300,000

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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