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　　The Industry Account Executive Expert is the account lead assigned to a market-leading global chemicals company , and helps deepen and expand the SAP engagement with this strategic client.

　　The Industry Account Executive is accountable for SAP revenue growth, end-to-end satisfaction, and referencability of the customer throughout the customer lifecycle. The individual will lead and coordinate SAPs efforts across all lines of business (Sales, Consulting/Services, Support, development, Customer Value Advisory, IBU, Marketing, and partner management...), orchestrating all SAP parties around a single, clearly articulated 2-3 year account strategy.

　　To drive toward success, the IAE ensures three critical elements are in place: a customer-validated multi-year roadmap, an associated account strategy, and an annual plan, as well as effectively deploying and executing against the customer-SAP agreed governance model (including the assigned Executive Sponsor).

　　EXPECTATIONS AND TASKS

　　Orchestrates and leads the execution of the account strategy, incorporating Cloud, Software, Support/Maintenance, Partners, and Channels

　　Develops long-term c-level relationships, creates and manages a robust joint SAP-customer governance model, and ensures that the SAP-assigned executive sponsor is appropriately engaged

　　Completes long-term business strategy planning and creates the SAP-enabling technology agenda with the customer

　　Drives and identifies co-innovation opportunities, then facilitates moving from pipeline to delivery of the opportunities.

　　Is the commercial lead on the account with a primary focus on Cloud and License growth in partnership with Services, driving service growth

　　Coordinates all customer-facing functions, including executive sponsor engagement, HQ strategy visits, all to achieve tighter, more profitable business plans, thus increasing customer satisfaction and further solidifying his/her position as a trusted advisor

　　Leads Integrated Account Planning and ensures that SAP footprint is expanded with the involvement of all relevant LOBs and strategic engagement with SI partners

　　Creates barriers to entry for competitors, protecting SAPs customer base

　　WORK EXPERIENCE

　　10 years of business experience in Sales and/or Consulting with complex business software / IT solutions

　　5 years of Large Account Management experience / leading account teams

　　Strong knowledge of the complete SAP offerings (including Service and Support)

　　Knowledge of ERP market and Cloud/Software Industry

　　Experience with long-term planning of resources, technology, and account structure

　　EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATION / SKILLS AND COMPETENCIES

　　Master of Bachelor equivalent

　　Exceptional communication skills

　　Business level English: Fluent

　　LOCATION - This role is positioned in the Netherlands, but we are also open for candidates based in Belgium and Germany. Relocation will not be supported however.

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　　EOE AA M/F/Vet/Disability:

　　Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.

　　Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

　　Requisition ID: 386095 | Work Area: Sales | Expected Travel: 0 - 20% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: Virtual - Europe #LI-Hybrid.