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Middle Enterprise Account Executive

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In-Office
Sunnyvale, CA
Mid level
In-Office
Sunnyvale, CA
Mid level
The Middle Enterprise Account Executive drives sales in Mid Market accounts, engages with customers, and manages the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing.
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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.

The Role
We are seeking an experienced Account Executive - New Business to join our growing Middle Enterprise team. In this role you will focus on increasing market share in Middle Enterprise accounts in an assigned region. By joining our already successful team, you will be an instrumental part of our consistent year over year revenue growth!
 

Your day-to-day

  • Actively engage with prospective new customers via phone, web conference and in-person to introduce Proofpoint products and our value proposition
  • Consistently research and prospect within your assigned territory accounts to identify new potential Proofpoint customers in the Mid-Market segment
  • Drive the entire sales process from start to finish including prospecting, opportunity identification, introductory meetings, product demonstration, customer Q&A, as well as negotiation and closing
  • Team up with our rapidly expanding channel partner network to drive both net-new and incremental revenue
  • Interact with the management team in 1-1, team meetings and via forecasting and reporting to provide critical updates, and strategic account planning
  • Become a perpetual student of Proofpoint products, and the ever-changing Cyber Security industry
  • May require modified work hours to cover accounts in other time zones, and occasional travel for key accounts
  • This is a hybrid position with 3 days a week in our Sunnyvale, CA office

What you bring to the team

  • Minimum of 3+ years of experience selling complex enterprise class software
  • Experience selling to either Mid-Market or Enterprise level accounts strongly preferred
  • Track record of sustained success/over-achievement in a sales role
  • Experience managing the entire sales cycle, from prospecting through negotiation and closing
  • Exceptional presentation skills and comfortable with public speaking
  • Strong phone and interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written) as well as organizational skills
  • Great attitude, and a team player that will share their recipe(s) for success
  • Experience working with Salesforce.com or other CRM is a plus
  • Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required

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Why 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 [email protected]. How to Apply Interested? Submit your application here https://www.proofpoint.com/us/company/careers. We can’t wait to hear from you!

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