Enterprise Account Executive driving Salesforce’s commercial efforts and account strategies in Southern Italy’s Higher Education sector. Managing relationships with universities and contributing to digital transformation efforts.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute a comprehensive plan for the South of Italy Higher Education patch, focusing on pipeline generation and long-term digital partnerships
Drive sales through relevant Italian public procurement frameworks (e.g., Consip, MePA) and align proposals with PNRR funding opportunities
Build deep relationships with "Rettori," General Managers (Direttori Generali), and IT Directors (SIA) to align Salesforce solutions with institutional KPIs
Lead the end-to-end sales process by engaging Business Development, Solutions Engineers, and specialized Partners within the Italian ecosystem
Embody the Salesforce culture of equality and innovation, acting as a trusted advisor to the Mediterranean academic community
Requirements
Proven experience selling to the Italian Public Sector (PA)
Knowledge of the Higher Education market is a significant advantage
Strong background (ideally 5+ years) in selling Enterprise SaaS solutions
Ability to communicate complex value propositions to both technical (IT) and non-technical (Institutional/Academic) leadership
A consistent track record of overachieving quotas and managing accurate forecasts in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment
Willingness to travel frequently (up to 50%) across Southern Italy to meet prospects and attend regional events
Fluency in Italian and English is essential
Degree or equivalent relevant experience
Benefits
Access our global benefits package
Well-being reimbursement
Generous parental leave
Local support programs designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally
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