Being the cybersecurity partner of choice, protecting our digital way of life.
Your Career
As the Major Account Manager for the Great Bay Area Sales team at Palo Alto Networks, you will hold a critical individual contributor role, responsible for driving sales growth and expanding our market presence in the specified region. You will take charge of managing top-tier major and strategic accounts, building strong relationships with key executives, and achieving sales quotas and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs). This role requires exceptional leadership, strategic vision, and a deep understanding of cybersecurity solutions within the strategic accounts.
Your Impact
- Develop and execute Go-To-Market strategies within the south Region big enterprises, aligning with Palo Alto Networks' overall business objectives
- Engage in direct sales activities, managing major and strategic accounts while building strong relationships with key decision-makers
- Drive revenue growth by exceeding sales targets, identifying new business opportunities, and driving sales engagements to successful closure
- Demonstrate a deep understanding of the cybersecurity landscape within the specified region, leveraging this knowledge to articulate the unique value of Palo Alto Networks' solutions to customers
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including Marketing, Product, and Engineering, to deliver tailored solutions that address customer needs effectively
- Act as a trusted advisor to customers, providing cybersecurity expertise and strategic guidance to support their business objectives
- Leverage your entrepreneurial mindset to identify and pursue growth opportunities, establish partnerships, and drive long-term success
Your Experience
- Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience or equivalent military experience required
- Minimum of 12 years of successful experience in technology-related sales or business development at a business-to-business (B2B) software company
- Proven track record as a top-performing individual contributor, consistently exceeding sales targets and achieving significant revenue growth
- Strong understanding of the South Region market, including key players, customer needs, and competitive landscape
- Experience selling cybersecurity solutions or related technologies to Large enterprises in the specified region
- Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to engage and influence C-level executives and key stakeholders
- Demonstrated ability to develop and execute strategic sales plans, manage complex sales cycles, and close high-value deals independently
- Entrepreneurial mindset with a focus on continuous improvement and innovative approaches to sales
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
