Account Executive

Ivalua
Denmark
Remote

Who this role is best for

A natural match if you have 7+ years of enterprise software sales experience and domain expertise in procurement or supply chain management.

Best fit for

  • Candidates with 7+ years of enterprise software sales experience and a track record of meeting quotas
    — “7+ years of direct enterprise software sales experience with a track record of consistently hitting or exceeding quotas.”
  • Professionals with proven ability to build and execute account strategies from start to finish
    — “Develop an enterprise account plan for each account, then drive the execution of that plan to success.”
  • Individuals who can articulate value propositions and ROI to C-suite executives
    — “Skilled at uncovering strategic client pain points and articulating ROI through compelling, business-value propositions.”
  • Candidates with fluency in both Danish and English, and strong cross-functional collaboration abilities
    — “Fluency and strong communication skills in Danish and English”

Things to consider

  • The role requires managing complex sales cycles with multiple stakeholders and closing large enterprise deals
    — “navigating complex, multi-stakeholder sales cycles, building trust with C-suite leadership, and closing large enterprise deals.”
  • The position demands a high level of accuracy in forecasting and maintaining internal records
    — “forecasting accurately (benchmark +/- 10%)”

How to stand out

  • Highlight your experience in leading sales processes for enterprise SaaS solutions
    — “owning the sales process from beginning to end”
  • Showcase your ability to engage and influence C-level executives directly
    — “Engage with C-level executives to position strategic value proposition and quarterback the deal to closure”
  • Emphasize your cross-functional collaboration experience, especially with marketing and partnerships teams
    — “working with Alliances & Partnerships to deepen partner relationships in Denmark, and working with Marketing to develop and execute marketing plans”
Pace · Fast PacedCollaboration · HighAutonomy · HighDecision Impact · Team

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What success looks like

  • 7+ years of direct enterprise software sales experience
  • track record of consistently hitting or exceeding quotas
Typical background
business degree or equivalent sales experience

Skills & requirements

Required

Sales ExecutionExecutive PresenceValue-based SellingStrategic Territory Management

Preferred

Procurement Or Supply Chain Management Software Expertise

Stack & domain

Enterprise Software SalesProcurementSupply Chain ManagementCommunicationLeadershipTeamworkSalesSupply Chain

About the role

Original posting from Ivalua via Greenhouse

Account Executive

WFH - Denmark

Founded in 2000, Ivalua is a leading global provider of cloud-based procurement solutions.

Company Overview

At Ivalua we are a global community of exceptional professionals, who believe that digital transformation revolutionizes supply chain sustainability and resiliency to unlock the power of supplier collaboration. 

We achieve this through our leading cloud-based spend management platform that empowers hundreds of the world's most admired brands to effectively manage all categories of spend and all suppliers to increase profitability, improve ESG (environmental, social, and corporate governance) performance, lower risk, and improve productivity. Driven by our passions and fueled by our shared ambitions, we empower and challenge each other to create meaningful experiences for our colleagues, customers, partners, and communities. 

Learn more at www.ivalua.com. Follow us on LinkedIn 

The Opportunity

CONTEXT: 

Our Account Executives are motivated, tenacious, self-starters who are experienced in selling enterprise SaaS/cloud enterprise software to senior-level executives and owning the sales process from beginning to end.

ROLE: 

We are currently looking for an Account Executive to own sales in Denmark, with a focus on new customer acquisition. Reporting to the Sales Director of Nordics, you will prospect, build pipeline, and sell Ivalua solutions to net-new enterprise accounts. This position will orchestrate prospect and internal teams to collaboratively build customer strategy plans, and proactively provide trusted thought leadership to target accounts. 

What you will do with us:

Develop an enterprise account plan for each account, then drive the execution of that plan to success

Engage with C-level executives to position strategic value proposition and quarterback the deal to closure

Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to advance go-to-market plan, e.g. working with Alliances & Partnerships to deepen partner relationships in Denmark, and working with Marketing to develop and execute marketing plans

Develop and deliver world-class executive sales proposals to C-level prospects

Maintain the system of record within our internal system, forecasting accurately (benchmark +/- 10%)

YOUR PROFILE

If you have the below experience and strengths, this role could be for you:

Skills and Experience:

Proven Sales Execution: 7+ years of direct enterprise software sales experience with a track record of consistently hitting or exceeding quotas.

Executive Presence: Expertise in navigating complex, multi-stakeholder sales cycles, building trust with C-suite leadership, and closing large enterprise deals.

Value-Based Selling & Financial Acumen: Skilled at uncovering strategic client pain points and articulating ROI through compelling, business-value propositions.

Strategic Territory Management: Strong background in greenfield account prospecting, strategic account planning, and driving success in team-selling environments.

University degree in Business preferred, or equivalent experience with proven sales skills.

Domain expertise in procurement or supply chain management software is a big plus. 

Soft Skills

Fluency and strong communication skills in Danish and English

Excellent interpersonal skills

Strong executive presence

What Happens Next

If your application fits this specific position’s needs, our skilled Talent team will reach out to schedule an initial screening call. Get one step closer to achieving your goals – apply today! 

Our Talent team will guide you through every step of the interview process - from preparation to completion. They're here to support you! 

Our recruitment process is designed to assess your competencies through a series of personalized interviews with internal stakeholders relevant to the role. 

Interviews will be conducted virtually via video or on-site with face-to-face meetings.

LIFE AT IVALUA

We're a team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of product innovation and technology

Sustainable Growth, Privately Held

A stable and cash-flow positive company since 10 years

Snacks and weekly lunches in the office

Feel empowered to pursue your goals with improved team collaboration and increased creativity/productivity

Unlock and unleash your full professional potential with our exceptional training and career development program

Join a dynamic and international team of top-notch professionals who are experts in their respective fields. Collaborate with like-minded individuals who are deeply passionate and highly motivated about their work. Experience a truly diverse and inclusive work environment where your unique contributions are highly valued

Regular social events, competitive outings, team running events, and musical activities,

Comparably recognized Ivalua for the following (https://www.comparably.com/companies/ivalua):

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Source: Ivalua careers (Greenhouse)

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