Full-Time

Sales Manager

Strategic Accounts

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Splunk

Splunk

10,001+ employees

Data analytics and IT management platform

No salary listed

Senior, Expert

London, UK + 1 more

More locations: Reading, UK

Hybrid

Hybrid role, requires in-office presence.

Category
Strategic Account Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 8+ years of quota-carrying sales experience in a fast-paced, competitive market.
  • 5+ years of proven success in Software/SaaS sales. Telco or Insurance experience preferable.
  • Proven ability to expand, upsell, and cross-sell within accounts, managing complex sales cycles.
  • A strong track record of exceeding sales targets and achieving high performance.
  • Ability to communicate the business value of complex enterprise technology solutions.
  • Skilled in developing business champions and fostering strong internal relationships.
  • Experience of managing multiple $1m++ iACV opportunities and bringing them to a close.
  • Must be comfortable selling into the C suite (CIO, CTO, CISO etc).
  • Detailed understanding of how to consistently build 3x pipeline and maintain collaborative Pipe Generation execution plans.
  • Strong executive presence and polish, with extraordinary management, interpersonal, written and presentation skills.
  • Thrives in a dynamic, fast-growing, rapidly changing environment while being able to work independently and remotely from other members of your team and corporate.
  • Relevant software industry experience in any of the following: IT systems, enterprise or infrastructure management, application development and management, security, and/or analytics. Experience of selling Observability or APM solutions is a plus.
  • Desire to Learn and Adapt: You will constantly be learning new areas and new technologies.
  • Experience in using CRM systems (Salesforce.com)
Responsibilities
  • Expected to consistently deliver iACV revenue every quarter, the expected attainment is in excess of $400,000 net new incremental revenue per quarter and maintain Annual Recurring Revenue across the territory.
  • Responsible for building and maintaining a 3x pipeline of business.
  • The role will consist of selling into existing accounts.
  • Establish favourable pricing and business terms with large commercial enterprises by selling value and return on investment.
  • Effective use of Sales Engineering, in-house and partner services resources, and our sales methodology and processes (MEDDPICC).
  • Collaborate with both international and domestic colleagues to expand deal size and value to the customer.
  • Good corporate citizen – two-way flow of relevant information; work as a team for the most efficient use and deployment of resources.
  • Provide timely and insightful input back to other corporate functions, particularly product management and marketing.
Desired Qualifications
  • Telco or Insurance experience preferable.
  • Experience of selling Observability or APM solutions is a plus.

Splunk offers a platform that transforms large amounts of machine data into actionable insights, allowing organizations to monitor, analyze, and visualize data in real-time. It primarily serves large enterprises in sectors like IT, IoT, and cybersecurity, generating revenue through software licenses, cloud services, and support. Splunk's platform integrates with other technologies to enhance security reporting and analysis, making it a vital tool for improving cybersecurity measures. The company's goal is to help businesses turn their data into insights for better decision-making.

Company Size

10,001+

Company Stage

IPO

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2003

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Rising demand for real-time analytics in healthcare expands Splunk's market reach.
  • Edge computing growth aligns with Splunk's focus on integrating edge technology.
  • 5G network expansion boosts demand for Splunk's IoT analytics capabilities.

What critics are saying

  • Partnership with Aqusense may expose Splunk to privacy concerns and regulatory scrutiny.
  • Departure of former CEO Gary Steele could lead to leadership instability at Splunk.
  • Integration with ESET may increase competition in the cybersecurity market.

What makes Splunk unique

  • Splunk's 'Data to Everything' platform offers real-time data insights for enterprises.
  • Integration with tech giants like Cisco enhances Splunk's security and data visibility capabilities.
  • Splunk's versatile platform supports IT, IoT, and cybersecurity across various industries.

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Benefits

Medical, dental and vision insurance plans for regular, full-time U.S. employees — choose the best plans for you and your family. Plus: Health Savings Account (HSA), Life insurance and survivor benefits, Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), Business travel and accident insurance, Voluntary Critical Illness & Hospital Indemnity

Eligible employees enjoy: 401(k) Plan with a company match, Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP), Equity awards, Bonus or commission program

We support you and your family: Paid parental leave, Mother rooms and wellness rooms, Family Planning

Your work/life balance is important to us, that's why we offer: 16 company holidays, 15 vacation days, 10 sick days, 10 bereavement days, 5 volunteer days

Ensuring our employees' success goes beyond insurance plans: Education reimbursement, Electric car charging stations, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Stocked kitchens, Gym discounts/onsite fitness centers, Pet insurance discount, Student loan resources, Cool workspace with collaborative environments, 529 College Savings Plan

Growth & Insights and Company News

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6 month growth

2%

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