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Accenture Software is seeking an experienced Software Sales Director, with a proven track record of over-achievement, who can join our exceptional team and make an immediate impact in our software team.The Continuum Control Plane (CCP) is a platform that helps clients evolve their way of working by optimizing key processes in application and infrastructure management in the complex world of the hybrid cloud.

Responsibilities:

• Meet and exceed sales targets including licenses, maintenance, and SaaS solutions within specified sales territory, geography, and/or set of targeted accounts for the CCP.

• Accountable for the Accenture Software products’ sales targets including licenses, maintenance, and SaaS solutions.

• Proactively manage software sales campaigns and close opportunities using deep sales process and software offering or product expertise.

• Cultivate relationships ranging from C-Level IT and business leaders to ensure growth of software revenue in complex transformational opportunities.

• Meet key clients and prospects within established accounts on a regular basis to build and nurture the relationship, as well as look out for further opportunities.

• Comprehend and effectively communicate Accenture’s overall business strategies, offerings, and technology, how they relate to provide total client business value, and how our software products align with these objectives.

• Effectively team with the Pre-Sales, Product Management, Professional Services, and Engineering to bring the right resources to the sales effort to ensure a successful pursuit.

Travel may be required for this role. The amount of travel will vary from 25% to 100% depending on business needs and client requirements.

What you need:

• Minimum of 5 years working with technology modernization for moving companies into the modern hybrid cloud continuum.

• Minimum 2-3 years of experience working as a lead, sales, or pre-sales on complex programs in modern infrastructure and application management in a multi-cloud environment.

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years) work experience. (If Associate’s Degree, must have a minimum of 6 years work experience).

Preferred Skill Requirements:

• Deep knowledge of hybrid cloud processing systems.

• Broad knowledge of the cloud technology competitive landscape and marketplace.

• Experienced in building and maintaining relationships with C-suite executives (CEO, CIO, COO, CAO, etc).

• Experience in the development and implementation of marketing strategies, campaigns, and offers, and in the origination of new business.

• Proven track record of executing complex sales opportunities - throughout all phases.

Professional Skill Requirements:

• Persuasive communication skills

• Advanced negotiation skills

• Self-motivated, persistent and with a positive mental attitude

  Compensation at Accenture varies depending on a wide array of factors, which may include but are not limited to the specific office location, role, skill set, and level of experience. As required by local law, Accenture provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in California, Colorado, New York or Washington as set forth below.

  We accept applications on an on-going basis and there is no fixed deadline to apply.

  Information on benefits is here. (https://www.accenture.com/us-en/careers/local/total-rewards)

Role Location Annual Salary Range

California $131,100 to $271,000

Colorado $131,100 to $234,100

New York $121,400 to $271,000

Washington $139,600 to $249,300

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