Proofpoint
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In this role you will focus on expanding our product footprint with our existing customer base.
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 Fortune 100, 10,000 large 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.
At Proofpoint you’ll 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
We seek an experienced Account Manager to join our growing Commercial Add-On team based out of our Sunnyvale office. In this role you will focus on expanding our product footprint with our existing customer base. By joining our already successful team, you will be an instrumental part of our consistent year over year revenue growth!
Your day-to-day
This is a Hybrid role requiring you to be in the Sunnyvale office 4 days a week. Monday-Thursday.
The Account Manager will be responsible for working with our existing customers in a consultative manner to identify additional solutions from the Proofpoint portfolio
Drive the entire sales process from start to finish including opportunity identification, introductory meetings, product demonstration, customer Q&A, as well as negotiation and closing
Develop, customize, and utilize effective close plans to navigate and manage the sales process
Team up with our world class Sales Engineering team to devise and execute account strategies and plans
Engage with our rapidly expanding channel partner network to educate, inform, and drive incremental revenue • Interact with the management team in 1-1, team meetings and via forecasting and reporting to provide critical updates, and strategic account planning
Provide outstanding and high touch customer service, including escalation and coordination of support issues as needed
Become a perpetual student of Proofpoint products, and the ever-changing Cybersecurity industry!
You can achieve your quota, but quite frankly we would love you to blow it out of the water!
May require modified work hours to cover accounts in other time zones, and occasional travel for key accounts What you bring to the team
Minimum 3 years of solution sales experience, focused on generating net new or add-on revenue
Must have experience selling to the C-suite, extensive experience selling to CISO, CIO, CTO preferred
Consistent track record of meeting and/or exceeding quota goals
Experience managing longer sales cycles (2-6 months) from prospecting stage through negotiation and closing
Experience or training in established sales methodologies such as SPIN, Sandler, Miller Heiman, Value Selling or The Challenger Sale is preferred
Competitive nature, operating within a team environment
Ability to present and discuss highly technical information, as well as aptitude to learn new concepts quickly
Strong presentation skills, both in person and via phone/online
Security or SaaS sales experience a plus
Capable of providing great customer care while continuing to identify new revenue opportunities
Bachelor’s degree or equivalent work experience
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At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you’ll 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 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 accessibility@proofpoint.com.
How to Apply
Interested? Submit your application along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you!
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