About the job
Join our dynamic Enterprise Sales team at Datadog, where we partner with cutting-edge technology to deliver impactful solutions to our customers. Our sales professionals utilize a structured approach to uncover the unique requirements of each client and effectively articulate the benefits of our innovative products. Whether you aspire to learn from industry leaders or aim to be the best, our team is committed to fostering both individual growth and collective success.
We are on the lookout for a passionate and experienced Strategic Account Executive to drive significant revenue growth in the Federal Government sector. As we expand into larger markets and enhance our support for Public Sector enterprises, this role is pivotal in shaping our organizational trajectory. This is an exciting opportunity to engage with new Federal accounts within a promising territory, as well as collaborate with clients transitioning to cloud solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Identify and engage Federal Government organizations while maintaining an efficient sales pipeline.
- Establish and nurture relationship maps within your territory, targeting both existing connections and potential new contacts.
- Gain a thorough understanding of the customer’s business landscape.
- Negotiate competitive pricing and business terms, emphasizing value and return on investment.
- Manage customer expectations while deepening engagement within your assigned territory.
- Exhibit creativity and resourcefulness in overcoming complex challenges.
- Possess an intuitive grasp of the essential steps to secure business and validate customer interest.
- Identify and articulate key value drivers for all sales opportunities.
- Ensure high accuracy in sales forecasting and reporting.
Who You Are:
- You have 5+ years of proven success in closing sales, with experience in mid-market or enterprise environments.
- You are driven, having consistently achieved or surpassed sales targets exceeding $800K, with an average deal size of $50K or more.
- You can independently prospect and build a robust sales pipeline.
- You bring experience from an innovative tech company, preferably in SaaS or IT infrastructure.
- You have a track record of selling to Federal Government clients and successfully acquiring new accounts.
- This role requires regular travel to client locations within your assigned area and beyond, utilizing various modes of transportation to meet business needs.
At Datadog, we celebrate diversity and welcome individuals from all backgrounds. We recognize that not every candidate will meet all qualifications on day one, and that's perfectly fine. Join us and grow your career in a supportive environment.
