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Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

Senior Sales Executive - Retail Solutions

Account ManagementConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeMilpitas, CA, USA

About the Job

Requirements

  • A bachelor's degree or equivalent educational background in Analytical Sciences, Engineering, or relevant Business education.
  • At least five years of experience in account management, customer services, or other relevant experience, with a successful track record.
  • At least three years of experience in the TIC industry for the relevant business unit.
  • Experience in international or multicultural environments.
  • Advanced English language skills.
  • Strong account management, negotiation, and relationship-building skills.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and presentation skills.
  • Proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and Outlook, along with computer literacy including creating, filing, saving or uploading, searching, and backing up files.
  • Experience using Salesforce for pipeline management, forecasting, and client relationship tracking.
  • Ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.
  • Strong problem-solving and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute global account strategies aligned with SGS business objectives.
  • Serve as the primary client contact, coordinating communication and service delivery across SGS business lines and affiliates.
  • Drive revenue growth by expanding relationships with key decision-makers and identifying new opportunities within the account and across SGS business lines.
  • Manage global agreements, contracts, and commercial relationships with assigned accounts.
  • Monitor account performance against key performance indicators, service level agreements, financial targets, and customer satisfaction metrics.
  • Lead regular business reviews, performance reviews, and business development meetings.
  • Ensure timely delivery of reports, invoices, and communications while monitoring revenue trends and days sales outstanding.
  • Resolve service delivery issues and manage claims to maintain strong client relationships.
  • Track market trends, regulatory developments, and competitor activity impacting the account.
  • Promote the SGS brand, capabilities, and integrity while ensuring compliance with SGS policies, safety standards, and Code of Integrity.
  • Travel up to 30–50% of the time; some travel may be international.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Desired Qualifications

  • Other language skills are a plus.

About the Company

Société Générale de Surveillance

Testing, inspection, and certification services globally

SGS provides testing, inspection, and certification services to help clients meet regulations, ensure quality and safety, and gain market access. It runs laboratory testing, on-site inspections, and certification against standards, often with training and consulting, across a wide range of industries. The services rely on a global network of laboratories and offices that deliver localized solutions with global expertise. What sets SGS apart is its large global footprint and its emphasis on quality, integrity, risk mitigation, and sustainability, enabling it to serve a diverse set of customers from small businesses to multinationals. The company's goal is to help customers comply with regulations, improve product quality and safety, reduce risk, and boost productivity across markets.

Company size
10,001+
Company stage
IPO
Headquarters
Geneva, Switzerland
Founded
1878

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