Strategic Account Manager

<p><strong>STRATEGIC ACCOUNT MANAGER  </strong></p> <p>New York City, NY - US </p> <p>Founded in 2000, Ivalua is a leading global provider of cloud-based procurement solutions.</p> <p><strong>COMPANY OVERVIEW</strong></p> <p>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. </p> <p>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. </p> <p>Learn more at <a href="http://www.ivalua.com">www.ivalua.com</a>. Follow us on <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/company/ivalua">LinkedIn</a> </p> <p><strong>THE OPPORTUNITY</strong></p> <p>CONTEXT: </p> <p>Our Strategic Account Management team operates across EMEA, AMER, and APAC regions. The team plays a critical role in our sales department working with our strategic accounts focusing on up- and cross sales.</p> <p>ROLE: </p> <p>The Strategic Account Manager (SAM) is an integral part of Ivalua’s Sales organization. This person is responsible for deepening Ivalua’s relationship within our larger established customers and growing the footprint of our solutions within these organizations in the North EMEA region. This role carries an annual software subscription booking target.</p> <p><strong>WHAT YOU WILL DO WITH US</strong> </p> <ul> <li>Establish Ivalua as a trusted advisor to key customers. Consult in the design of customers’ digital transformation roadmap and advise on how Ivalua’s solutions can help provide the automation, transparency, and accountability in other areas of their business. </li> <li>Ensure optimal adoption of Ivalua’s solutions within our customers supporting delivery of greater ROI to the assigned strategic accounts. </li> <li>Work collaboratively with Customer Success, Professional Services, and Implementation partners to identify, develop value propositions/business cases in support of selling additional Ivalua software modules. Identify internal champions and develop relationships at all levels within the customer’s organization. </li> </ul> <p><strong>YOUR PROFILE</strong></p> <p>If you have the below experience and strengths this role could be for you:</p> <p><strong>Skills and Experience:</strong></p> <ul> <li>Experience in customer facing roles either as Consultant, a Strategic Account Manager or Services Delivery </li> <li>Keen understanding and demonstrated experience in navigating large, complex organizations. </li> <li>Knowledge of procurement industry practices, technology and what it takes to make technology implementations successful. </li> <li>Possesses the ability to work collaboratively with internal teams and client teams. </li> <li>Detail oriented and able to recognize the needs of others. Possess the ability to be a listener and make people feel heard as well as the skills to be a mediator when necessary. </li> <li>Strong executive presence with the ability to command the room and drive discussions towards positive outcomes. Excellent communication skills in English is a must </li> <li>Ideal background as a consultant, in delivery or a strategic account manager in the procurement digitalization space </li> <li>Preferred University degree in Business Administration, Marketing, or similar, or equivalent experience with proven sales skills</li> </ul> <p><strong>WHAT HAPPENS NEXT</strong></p> <p>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! </p> <p>Our Talent team will guide you through every step of the interview process - from preparation to completion. They're here to support you! </p> <p>Our recruitment process is designed to assess your competencies through a series of personalized interviews with internal stakeholders relevant to the role. </p> <p>Interviews will be conducted virtually via video or on-site with face-to-face meetings.</p> <p><strong>LIFE AT IVALUA</strong></p> <ul> <li>Hybrid working model (3 days in the office per week)</li> <li>We're a team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of product innovation and technology</li> <li>Sustainable Growth, Privately Held</li> <li>A stable and cash-flow positive Company since 10 years</li> <li>Snacks and weekly lunches in the office</li> <li>Feel empowered to pursue your goals with improved team collaboration and increased creativity/productivity</li> <li>Unlock and unleash your full professional potential with our exceptional training and career development program</li> <li>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 mo