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Strategic Account Manager (R-19900)

Workplace
On-site
Commitment
Full-time
Seniority
Mid-Level
Posted
Location
Mumbai, India

The Strategic Account Manager is responsible for acquiring new clients by pitching Dun & Bradstreet's data-based solutions to key decision makers in SMBs and mid-corporates. The role involves owning the entire sales cycle from lead generation to delivery, managing forecasts, and building strong client relationships for repeat business. The manager will also work with solution architects and operations to ensure customer needs are met and service expectations are exceeded.

Responsibilities

  • Responsible for pitching D&B’s suite of Data-based solutions to key decision makers within the CMO/CTO & Business Head personas within SMBs and mid corporates.
  • Have complete ownership of assigned target from Lead Generation to final delivery of product offerings.
  • Liaison with the operations team for the smooth delivery of the product and ensure the service expectations of the customers are met.
  • Manage accurate forecasts - providing and maintaining a qualified and up to date funnel, reporting to management on a defined, regular basis.
  • Work with solution architect at D&B to resolve client needs with our data solutions.
  • Map allocated accounts and build strong work relationships with clients for repeat business.
  • Responsible for implementation and migrating existing customers on D&B's new business platforms.
  • Act as a product expert, leveraging internal knowledge to build trust and respect with both internal and external customers.
  • Ensure highest levels of control and compliance are adhered to while meeting sales targets.
  • Create an environment orientated to trust, open communication, creative thinking & cohesive team effort.

Requirements

  • MBA or any relevant post-graduation with 3-6 years in Corporate/B2B sales.
  • Highly customer-focused and result-oriented.
  • Seasoned salesperson from a customer centric organization, delivering value through solutioning and consultative sales.
  • Strong influencing and collaboration skills to leverage relationships across stakeholders to successfully drive results.
  • Highly articulate with excellent business communication (verbal and written) skills and presentation skills suitable for a global corporate environment.
  • Strong business and financial acumen to develop meaningful business recommendations.

Nice to have

  • Prior exposure to sponsorship and event sales would be preferred and will be an added advantage.