Strategic Account Manager

Company: VMware
Company: VMware
Location: ISR-Tel Aviv District-Herzliya
Commitment: Full time
Posted on: 2023-05-03 17:48
Search JobsJob DescriptionThe Elevator Pitch: Why will you enjoy this new opportunity?Are you up for the challenge? Change is a constant for all organisations, and the pace of change is growing more now than ever before. The dependency and complexity of IT systems can hinder or improve an organisation in the successful achievement of their goals. Flexibility and speed are key, and at VMware, we have developed the key platforms businesses require for success.At VMware, customers are transforming their businesses and experiencing the advantages of the VMware Software Defined approach to technology, including Cloud, IoT, Security, Digital Workspace and the Software Defined Data Centre.The critical relationship between strategic customers and VMware is our enterprise account team, who work with these customers to hear their challenges, define capabilities they are looking for and collaborate with our esteemed engineering team to drive business outcomes. Our team are leaders with vision in the business, guiding customers, partners and team members to achieve their goals.VMware’s culture is part family and part winning team. We are a modern company and equal opportunity employer where we celebrate your individuality in our inclusive culture. We support flexible working, where outcomes are considered more important than how they are achieved.Primary ObjectivesSuccess in the Role: What are the performance outcomes over the first 6-12 months you will work toward completing? Build and bring to bear the extensive partner community that will readily support you in delivery of customer success.Discover the metrics by which a customer runs their business, the strategies they will deploy to run those indicators, the initiatives they undertake to execute the strategy and finally the capabilities they will need for that execution to be successful. Key to this process is you and how you will bring VMware to be the key partner.Proven ability to meet quarterly / annual targetsAbility to work under stressSystem-wide visibility and many different technological environmentsYou can encourage, inspire and drive an account strategy with some of Israel's strategic corporates with the goal of targeting and closing a pipeline for differential VMware revenue.Build, develop, access and grow strong executive level relationships in IT and the business with in your accounts that drive your success.Establish highly strategic, thoughtful plans with your VMware team to support you within the existing framework of VMware’s metrics oriented business model. Promote team collaboration to bring about the art of the possible for the customer.The Work: What type of work will you be doing? What assignments, requirements, or skills will you be performing on a regular basis? You have documented track record of success in a lead sales roleDo you have a background operating in a similar matrix work environment?A proven use of sales methodology and techniques.A proven base of knowledge in broad Business and IT strategy & operations.Selling software platforms (including 1 or more product and services) that deliver specific business value to customers.Collaborating with partners to bring additional customer value.              Strengths we believe you need:Self-starter who takes initiative and aligns with VMware's EPICC valuesHighly trusted individual who leads, maintains and expects high standards for self and teamProven business sense which appropriately balances creativity, entrepreneurship and risk takingEmpowered collaborator,Dynamic presenterWhat is the leadership like for this role? What is the structure and culture of the team like?The hiring manager for this Account manager role is Shlomi Aviv Country Director Israel.  He leads a vertical team of 11 account managers, supported by a team of Solutions Engineers (SE’s) and Business Unit Specialists covering the technology portfolio. Shlomi brings a coaching-led management style, built on 20 years of experience in leading and developing teams to build sustainable customer relationships.  He holds a deep philosophy for customer curiosity, relentless energy and team contribution. The team is Israel based, connecting regularly each week for team engagement, pipeline development and learning sessions.What are the benefits and perks of working at VMware?You will be supported with a competitive and comprehensive benefits package. Below are some highlights, or you can view the complete benefits package by visiting www.benefits.vmware.com.Parental Leave Plans for All Family TypesGenerous Time Off Programs40 hours of paid time to volunteer in your communityRethink's Neurodiversity program to support parents raising children with learning or behavior challenges, or developmental disabilitiesFinancial contributions to your ongoing development (conference participation, trainings, course work, etc.)Wellness reimbursement and online fitness and wellbeing classesVMware is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Prohibits Discrimination and Harassment of Any Kind: VMware is committed to the principle of equal employment opportunity for all employees and to providing employees with a work environment free of discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions at VMware are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications, without regard to race, color, religion or belief, national, social or ethnic origin, sex (including pregnancy), age, physical, mental or sensory disability, HIV Status, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, marital, civil union or domestic partnership status, past or present military service, family medical history or genetic information, family or parental status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. VMware will not tolerate discrimination or harassment based on any of these characteristics. VMware encourages applicants of all ages. VMware will provide reasonable accommodation to employees who have protected disabilities consistent with local law. ​Search Jobs
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