Deal Desk Analyst

Here at Appian our core values of Respect Work to Impact Ambition and Constructive Dissent & Resolution define who we are. In short this means we constantly seek to understand the best for our customers we go beyond completion in our work we strive for excellence with intensity and we embrace candid communication. These values guide our actions and shape our culture every day. When you join Appian youll be part of a passionate team thats dedicated to accomplishing hard things.

In this cross-functional role you will report directly to the Manager Deal Operations for the US Public Sector sales theater. An effective Deal Desk Analyst uses a mix of critical thinking creativity and excellent communication and relationship building in this position requires you to be a self-starter with proven problem-solving skills.

To be successful in this role you will:

• Manage simple deal constructs special pricing route through approval policies and troubleshooting of deal issues and sales escalations.

• Support Sales team in negotiation of contract structure and pricing in compliance with Appians internal policies while maximizing value to the customer and Appian.

• Facilitate alignment and communication between Appians Sales Teams and internal stakeholders including Finance Legal Engineering and Product teams and external customers/partners to promptly resolve business/issues and foster productive interactions.

• Support the development of best practices for the team through analyses projects and reporting contributing to the continued growth of Appians Sales team and Deal Desk.

• Contribute to and participate in regular training sessions with Sales teams.

• Prior experience managing deals in the US Public Sector preferred.

Basic qualifications:

• Bachelors Degree from an accredited University

• Minimum 5 years relevant professional experience

• Experience using CRM and CPQ systems. Working knowledge of contracts and accounting is a plus. Experience with software contracts and revenue recognition policies is a double plus.

• Inclined to take action and work independently although support is there when you need it. Driven to complete tasks through to impact.

• Ownership mentality. Possess the character to act with integrity for the best interests of the entire organization.

• Comfortable with ambiguity and working in a rapidly evolving environment.

• Detail oriented. Must be organized and able to stay on top of fast-moving information and tasks.

• Process-focused by nature. You like order and having things documented for easy reference.

Tools and Resources

• Training and Development: During onboarding we focus on equipping new hires with the skills and knowledge for success through department-specific training. Continuous learning is a central focus at Appian with dedicated mentorship and the First-Friend program being widely utilized resources for new hires.
• Growth Opportunities: Appian provides a diverse array of growth and development opportunities including our leadership program tailored for new and aspiring managers a comprehensive library of specialized department training through Appian University skills based training and tuition reimbursement for those aiming to advance their education. This commitment ensures that employees have access to a holistic range of development opportunities.
• Community: Well immerse you into our community rooted in respect starting on day one. Appian fosters inclusivity through our 8 employee-led affinity groups. These groups help employees build stronger internal and external networks by planning social educational and outreach activities to connect with Appianites and larger initiatives throughout the company.

About Appian

Appian is a software company that automates business processes. The Appian AI-Powered Process Platform includes everything you need to design automate and optimize even the most complex processes from start to finish. The worlds most innovative organizations trust Appian to improve their workflows unify data and optimize operationsresulting in better growth and superior customer experiences. For more information visit . Nasdaq: APPN

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