Senior Account Manager

Job Description

Our client is a leading solutions provider in the information technology &amp; telecommunication sectors with a focus on the following service areas: IT Infrastructure Solutions, IT Managed Services, Cloud Enablement and Data Centre Infrastructure (including on-premises, public/private/or hybrid), Carrier-grade Telecom Infrastructure, Products and Solutions, Telecom Security, Lawful Intercept, and Fraud Prevention. <p><br></p>They help their customers with the design, planning, integration, deployment, and servicing for all IT &amp; Telecom requirements, with range on-premises, private or public cloud solutions. They provide best in class innovative solutions for customers across the Middle East and Africa, IT Max relies heavily on a highly experienced team as well as an ecosystem of partners.<p><br></p><strong>Position: Senior Account Manager- Abu Dhabi</strong><p><br></p><strong>Job Description</strong><p><br></p>As a Senior Account Manager, you will be responsible for the development and performance of all sales aspects in the assigned accounts. You will manage all sales activities and provide leadership toward the achievement of maximum profitability and growth in line with the company vision and values, establish plans and strategies to expand the customer base in the assigned area, and contributes to the development of partners. Senior connection across the UAE Federal and Local Government is a prerequisite.<p><br></p><strong>Responsibilities</strong><p><br></p><ul><li>Develop a business plan and sales strategy for the Government vertical in the UAE that ensures the attainment of company sales goals and profitability</li><li>Responsible for the performance and development of all sales activities</li><li>Prowess in selling solutions and managed services</li><li>Prepare action plans to generate sales leads and prospects effectively</li><li>Initiate and coordinate the development of action plans to work effectively on leads</li><li>Assist in the development and implementation of marketing plans as needed</li><li>Provide timely feedback to senior management regarding sales performance</li><li>Update the CRM on a daily basis</li><li>Maintain accurate records of all pricings, sales, and activity reports submitted to partners and clients</li><li>Create and conduct proposal presentations and RFP responses</li><li>Assist the Pre‐sales team in the preparation of proposals and presentations</li><li>Adhere to all company policies, procedures, and business ethics codes</li><li>Maintain contact with all clients in the market area to ensure high levels of client satisfaction</li><li>Demonstrate ability to interact and cooperate with all company employees<br></li></ul><p><br></p><strong>Desired Skills And Experience</strong><p><br></p><ul><li>Professional Sales Hunter with strong abilities to penetrate new accounts</li><li>Strong experience in selling Software Applications, Cloud, and Managed Services in the UAE</li><li>BA, MBA preferred or equivalent</li><li>Experience in account sales management in the MENA region</li><li>Established a list of senior contacts in the UAE Government’s vertical</li><li>Extensive experience in all aspects of sales reporting systems and processes</li><li>Strong understanding of customer and market dynamics and requirements</li><li>Proven leadership and ability to generate sales and produce results</li><li>Self‐motivated, strong problem-solving skills, ability to analyze complex multivariate problems, and use a systematic approach to gain quick resolution</li><li>Strong communication (written and verbal) and presentation skills</li><li>Must be able to communicate technical details in a clear, understandable manner</li><li>Whatever it takes attitude and motivation to do whatever is necessary to assist in closing a deal</li><li>Fluency in English &amp; Arabic language<br></li></ul>