Enterprise Account Executive

About Us

**Always open. Our code, our culture, our opportunities. Leading open innovation without limits. We are SUSE.**

SUSE is a global leader in innovative, reliable and secure enterprise open source solutions, including SUSE Linux Enterprise (SLE), Rancher and NeuVector. More than 60% of the Fortune 500 rely on SUSE to power their mission-critical workloads, enabling them to innovate everywhere - from the data center to the cloud, to the edge and beyond. SUSE puts the “open” back in open source, collaborating with partners and communities to give customers the agility to tackle innovation challenges today and the freedom to evolve their strategy and solutions tomorrow.

We are open in our roots and open in our approach, striving to be the most trusted open innovator in the World. Openness extends beyond our technology. Our vibrant community thrives on diversity and connectivity without borders.

Enterprise Account Executive

**Role Overview**

Drive strategic growth for SUSE in Mexico by managing a portfolio of key accounts within a specified territory or industry. The Account Executive is responsible for identifying and capitalizing on new business opportunities, deepening customer relationships, and aligning SUSE’s comprehensive value proposition with customer objectives. The role demands a high level of strategic thinking, the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams, and a focus on delivering high-value solutions that enhance customer success and drive market share. Success in this role is measured by revenue growth, customer satisfaction, and the ability to effectively navigate large-scale account dynamics.

**Key Responsibilities**
- Establish and enhance strong relationships with key stakeholders, including CXO-level executives. Building key relationships - Economic Buyer (internal customer), Technical Buyer (our liaison), Coach & Executive Buyer (Champion).
- Take proactive ownership of your professional development by staying curious and embracing a growth mindset. Focus on driving your success, advancing your skills as a Sales professional, and deepening your expertise in the SUSE value proposition.
- Proactively identify and capitalize on upselling and cross-selling opportunities - leveraging customer knowledge, expertise on SUSE’s market presence and capabilities, and the competitive landscape.
- Monitor market trends and competitor activities to refine sales strategies and stay competitive.
- Consistently maintain CRM hygiene by updating all activity, opportunities & deals regularly - to manage the sales pipeline, provide accurate sales forecasts, and track performance.
- Serve as the primary point of contact for customers, managing all aspects of the sales process from initial contact, through negotiation and closing of complex sales deals, to handover to Customer Success for implementation and post-sale support, ensuring long-term value based relationships.
- Partner with the SUSE ecosystem of partners to enhance and bundle solution offerings, leverage their relationships with customers and extend business opportunities
- Collaborate on Account Plans with your counterparts across Pre-Sales, Inside Sales, Partner Ecosystem, and Specialist Sales teams to deliver comprehensive solutions and help drive traction.
- Identify and prioritize key accounts each quarter that have a strong potential for adopting SUSE products and solutions - setting clear milestones and timelines to maximize opportunities for significant market share growth.

**Skills & Experience**
- Experience in sales, and account management, with a proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales targets.
- Knowledge of the enterprise software industry - particularly solutions such as Linux Infrastructure, Hybrid Cloud, Container Management, Edge, Artificial Intelligence and Security.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to influence senior stakeholders - presenting complex technical solutions in a clear and compelling manner.
- Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on finding innovative solutions to client challenges.
- Proven ability to work cross-functionally, collaborating with internal teams and external partners.
- Experience working with CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce, Clari) to manage pipelines and forecast sales accurately.

**Job**

Sales

**What We Offer**

**We empower you to be bold, driving your career to create the future you want. We celebrate and reward your achievements.**

SUSE is a dynamic environment that is evolving rapidly, thus requiring agility, strong entrepreneurship and an open mind.

This is a compelling opportunity for the right person to join us as we continue to scale and prosper.

We give you the freedom to be yourself. You will work in a global community of unique individuals - like you - with different backgrounds, talents, skills and perspectives. A truly open community where everyone is welcome, has a voice and is encouraged to reach their full p