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Account Manager

Yellow Messenger

Yellow Messenger

Sales & Business Development
Bagalur, Karnataka, India
Posted on Apr 11, 2025

What do we expect from you:

  • Sales Strategy Development:

    • Develop and execute sales strategies tailored for enterprise clients, including long-term account plans and growth strategies.

    • Identify and target key enterprise accounts that align with the company’s goals and capabilities.

  • Client Relationship Management:

    • Build and maintain strong relationships with key decision-makers and stakeholders within enterprise accounts.

    • Serve as the primary point of contact for major clients, addressing their needs, negotiating contracts, and ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction.

  • Sales Execution:

    • Oversee the sales process for large and complex deals, from lead generation and qualification to negotiation and closing.

    • Develop and present proposals, manage contract negotiations, and ensure successful deal closures.

  • Revenue Growth:

    • Drive revenue growth by identifying upselling and cross-selling opportunities within existing accounts.

    • Implement strategies to maximize the value of each account and achieve sales targets.

  • Market Analysis:

    • Stay informed about industry trends, market conditions, and competitive landscape.

    • Use market insights to adapt sales strategies and identify new opportunities.

  • Collaboration:

    • Work closely with other departments such as marketing, product management, and customer support to ensure a cohesive approach to enterprise sales.

    • Collaborate with senior management to align sales strategies with overall business objectives.

  • Reporting:

    • Prepare and present regular reports on sales performance, account status, and revenue forecasts.

    • Analyse sales data to track progress, identify trends, and make data-driven decisions.


Requirements

You’re a great fit if you already meet the following prerequisites:

  • Sales Expertise:

    • 8-12 years experience in enterprise sales processes & managing accounts, including complex negotiations, deal structuring, and long sales cycles.

  • Strategic Thinking:

    • Ability to develop and implement long-term sales strategies and account plans for large enterprises.

  • Relationship Management:

    • Excellent interpersonal skills to build and maintain strong relationships with high-level executives and key decision-makers.

  • Communication:

    • Strong verbal and written communication skills to present proposals effectively, negotiate deals, and interact with clients and internal teams.

  • Analytical Skills:

    • Ability to analyse sales data, market trends, and account performance to make informed decisions and adjust strategies.

  • Problem-Solving:

    • Proactive in identifying and addressing challenges related to sales and client management.

  • Collaboration:

    • Effective at working with cross-functional teams to align efforts and achieve common goals.