Senior Named Account Manager Public Sector
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20 hours ago
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1 Vacancy
Job Summary
About Us:
Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people data and AI agents connect across email cloud and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortunelarge enterprises and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats prevent data loss and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people.
How We Work:
At Proofpoint youll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values:
Bold in how we dream and innovate
Responsive to feedback challenges and opportunities
Accountable for results and best in class outcomes
Visionary in future focused problem-solving
Exceptional in execution and impact
The Role
We are seeking a self-starting highly motivated sales professional to join our successful and growing Named Accounts organization. This team helps large enterprise organizations throughout Japan and the world protect their most sensitive data. Our new team member will have a proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales goals and will have extensive experience as a trusted advisor to CISOs CIOs and other C-level executives. The role will team up with our world class Sales Engineering Organization and our channels team to introduce Proofpoint to new customers as well as to expand our presence with companies who are already part of our existing customer base.
This role will be based in Tokyo Japan.
Your day-to-day
- Have the ability to establish strong business relationships at the executive level advanced solution selling capabilities conducting sales presentations coordinating multiple resources within an account while consistently and successfully closing business for Proofpoint
- Strive to both penetrate net new accounts as well as to expand our presence with existing customers by introducing them to the rest of our security portfolio.
- Partner with the channel organization in order to secure new share of the security market
- Team up with our Sales/Systems Engineering team to prepare account strategies and plans and to deliver outstanding product demos and proof of concept programs to prospects and customers
- Last but certainly not least WIN!! Blow your quota out of the water!
What you bring to the team
- We are looking for an enterprise sales professional with a minimum of 5 years of experience in a field sales role selling to Public Sector (Central Government Ministries and Agencies Local Government)
- Ideally we would like to see experience selling Enterprise Security or Information Technology products but if youre a rockstar from a different industry we still want to talk to you!
- Must have a proven and demonstrable track record of exceeding sales goals
- Strong written and verbal communication skills and be able to clearly and effectively articulate Proofpoints value
- Great sales people are organized detail and process oriented
- Must be a self-starter with the ability to work independently or in a team environment
- Ability to manage multiple tasks and use good judgment in resolving difficult issues
- Experience with SalesForce or similar CRM tools strongly preferred
- BA/BS or equivalent preferred
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Why Proofpoint
At Proofpoint we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons youll love working with us:
Competitive compensation
Comprehensive benefits
Career success on your terms
Flexible work environment
Annual wellness and community outreach days
Always on recognition for your contributions
Global collaboration and networking opportunities
Our Culture:
Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging empower purpose and drive success-every day for everyone.
We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds experiences and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process please reach out to .
How to Apply
Interested Submit your application along with any supporting information- we cant wait to hear from you!
Required Experience:
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