Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the worlds most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. AWS offers over 250 fully featured services to millions of active customers around the worldincluding the fastest-growing startups largest enterprises and leading government agenciesto power their infrastructure.
ATTENTION: This role is only available in the cities listed in order to meet with customers and utilize our office space on a hybrid basis. You must be located in the greater area or be willing to relocate there.
Key job responsibilities
Utilize your technical sales background to strategically engage at the CXO level as well as with software developers and IT architects. Develop and execute against a fast moving territory coverage plan and consistently deliver on quarterly revenue targets. Seeking a self-starter to drive business outcomes for our customers.
- Drive revenue and increase market share in a defined set of accounts.
- Meet or exceed quarterly revenue targets.
- Develop and execute a plan to grow the AWS footprint within your set of accounts.
- Manage numerous accounts concurrently & strategically.
- Create & articulate compelling value propositions around AWS services.
- Accelerate customer adoption through well-developed sales engagements and successful go-to-market strategy to achieve customer outcomes.
- Maintain a robust sales pipeline.
- Work with partners to extend reach & drive adoption.
- Ensure customer satisfaction.
A day in the life
Be a critical part of a team focused on increasing adoption of Amazon Web Services by developing a set of existing customers. As a Commercial Account Manager at AWS you will have the exciting opportunity to directly impact the growth and shape of emerging technologies. Your responsibilities will include driving revenue adoption and market saturation in our largest and fastest growing mid & small market accounts. Early and continued cloud adoption is critical in enabling these customers to innovate at scale.
About the team
Commercial is a team of Field Sellers made up of 150 Account Managers and 350 cross functional team members in the United States who work toward the collective goal of solving challenges and innovating new ways to enable our customers to achieve their desired outcomes for their customers. If it hasnt been done before we are the team to prove its possible. We are at the forefront of emerging technology that may seem unimaginable now but will be tomorrows standard.
AWS Global Sales:
This team is part of the AWS Global Sales org. Driving adoption of the AWS cloud worldwide enabling customers of all sizes to innovate and expand in the cloud. Our team empowers every customer to grow by providing tailored service unmatched technology and support. We dive deep to understand each customers unique challenges then craft innovative solutions that accelerate their success. This customer-first approach is how we built the worlds most adopted cloud. Join us and help us grow.
Why AWS
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the worlds most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating thats why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.
Diverse Experiences:
AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting hasnt followed a traditional path or includes alternative experiences dont let it stop you from applying.
Inclusive Team Culture:
AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas fresh perspectives and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do.
Mentorship & Career Growth:
Were continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earths Best Employer. Thats why youll find endless knowledge-sharing mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.
Work/Life Balance:
We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home theres nothing we cant achieve.
- 7 years of direct sales or business development in software cloud or SaaS markets selling to C-level executives experience
- A technical background in engineering computer science or MIS a plus.
- Experience driving new business within net new and existing customers engaging at the C-suite level
- Strong verbal and written communication skills.
Amazon is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of protected veteran status disability or other legally protected status.
Los Angeles County applicants: Job duties for this position include: work safely and cooperatively with other employees supervisors and staff; adhere to standards of excellence despite stressful conditions; communicate effectively and respectfully with employees supervisors and staff to ensure exceptional customer service; and follow all federal state and local laws and Company policies. Criminal history may have a direct adverse and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies exercise sound judgment effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others exhibit trustworthiness and professionalism and safeguard business operations and the Companys reputation. Pursuant to the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.
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Our compensation reflects the cost of labor across several US geographic markets. The base pay for this position ranges from $128600/year in our lowest geographic market up to $212600/year in our highest geographic market. Pay is based on a number of factors including market location and may vary depending on job-related knowledge skills and experience. Amazon is a total compensation company. This position is eligible for variable pay via a sales compensation plan. These plans pay according to achievement level against sales targets and/or business objectives. Dependent on the position offered equity sign-on payments and other forms of compensation may be provided as part of a total compensation package in addition to a full range of medical financial and/or other benefits. For more information please visit This position will remain posted until filled. Applicants should apply via our internal or external career site.