Sphera
Sphera creates a safer, more sustainable and productive world.
Strategic Account Manager – Consumer, Technology
Location
United States
Posted
61 days ago
Salary
$124K - $186K / year
Bachelor Degree10 yrs expEnglishCloud
Job Description
• Nurture and grow a portfolio of strategic named accounts within your assigned industry, acting as a trusted advisor across all levels of the client organization
• Develop a deep understanding of your clients’ business challenges and current-state solutions to identify high-impact opportunities for cross-sell and upsell across Sphera Cloud solutions
• Own the sales cycle and contracting process from opportunity identification to deal closing while leveraging internal partners effectively, including Solution Executives to position and pitch product-specific solutions and Solution Engineers to deliver tailored technical demonstrations
• Oversee post-sale implementation strategy by coordinating Professional Services and facilitating handoffs to Customer Success
• Build and execute comprehensive strategic account plans that map buyer ecosystems, uncover whitespace, and prioritize cross-sell opportunities
• Develop and execute comprehensive, long-term account strategies and business plans to achieve sales targets, foster account growth, and identify new business opportunities (upselling and cross-selling)
• Conduct annual account reviews with Customer Success to identify renewal risks and uncover growth opportunities within existing accounts
• Be an expert in industry dynamics and client developments, and use your expertise to inform account strategy and support long-term growth
• Strengthen relationships with key stakeholders across IT, procurement, and functional buyer groups (e.g., EHS, Sustainability)
• Navigate long sales cycles and influence complex multi-stakeholder buying processes, including formal committees and third-party consultants
• Translate nuanced business challenges into strategic solution proposals that align with Sphera’s platform capabilities
• Team Leadership & Coordination: delegate tasks, and coordinate cross-functional internal teams (e.g., sales, marketing, product development, logistics) to ensure seamless service delivery and goal alignment
• Financial Oversight & Negotiation: oversee account budgets, conduct price negotiations, manage contract renewals, and ensure the profitability of accounts
• Performance Analysis & Reporting: Track key performance indicators (KPIs) and account metrics, prepare regular progress and forecast reports, and present insights to internal and external stakeholders
• Problem Resolution: Act as an escalation point for client issues or complaints, working proactively to identify solutions and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction and retention.
Job Requirements
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience
- 10+ years of enterprise sales or account management experience with a proven track record
- Strong industry and market knowledge in the Consumer & Technology industry verticals
- Sales experience in a technically complex B2B selling environment, including SaaS
- Demonstrated success managing strategic accounts and driving multi-solution growth
- Experience collaborating with cross-functional teams, including technical, product, and executive stakeholders
- Strong understanding of enterprise buying processes and stakeholder dynamics
- Proven ability to develop and execute strategic account plans
- Strong leadership, management, and mentoring skills, with the ability to motivate a dotted-line team and drive performance
- Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication, presentation, and negotiation skills
- The ability to build rapport and trust with diverse stakeholders and resolve conflicts effectively
- Proficiency with CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce) and productivity platforms
- Ability to synthesize complex business needs into actionable solution strategies
- An analytical and strategic mindset, with strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities to adapt to dynamic business environments
- Self-starter with strong organizational and time management skills
- Willingness to travel 50%.
Benefits
- Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Flexible Spending Account
- 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match
- Life and Disability Insurance
- Critical Illness Insurance
- Accident Insurance
- Hospital Indemnity Insurance
- Paid Time Off and Holidays
- Flexible Working Schedule