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Strategic Account Executive at Datadog | Chicago, IL

DatadogChicago, Illinois, USA
Hybrid Full-time $135K/yr - $150K/yr

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Experience Level

Mid to Senior

Qualifications

Who You Are:A seasoned professional with over 5 years of closing experience, encompassing field sales in both mid-market and enterprise sectors. Ambitious and have consistently achieved direct sales goals exceeding $1M, managing an average deal size of $100k or more. Proficient in independently prospecting and building a sales pipeline. Experience in a cutting-edge tech company, preferably in SaaS or IT infrastructure. Proven success in selling to large Fortune 1000 companies and acquiring new logos. This role necessitates regular travel to client sites within your region and beyond, utilizing various modes of transportation (car, train, air) as business needs dictate. At Datadog, we appreciate diversity and encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. If you are passionate about technology and eager to develop your skills, we welcome your application.

About the job

As a Strategic Account Executive at Datadog, you will be instrumental in driving new business with our most significant and strategic customers. Your focus will be on identifying and addressing the challenges organizations encounter while operating in or transitioning to a large-scale cloud environment, providing tailored Datadog solutions.

At Datadog, we prioritize a vibrant office culture that fosters collaboration and creativity. We embrace a hybrid work environment, allowing our team members to cultivate a work-life balance that suits their individual needs.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Engage with large Fortune 1000 companies and navigate a streamlined sales process.
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive relationship maps for your territory, including both existing and potential contacts.
  • Acquire an in-depth understanding of customer businesses to effectively address their needs.
  • Negotiate advantageous pricing and business terms with major commercial enterprises by emphasizing value and ROI.
  • Manage existing customer expectations while broadening your reach within the assigned territory.
  • Exhibit ingenuity when faced with complex challenges.
  • Possess an intuitive understanding of the steps necessary to finalize sales and secure customer validation.
  • Identify key business drivers behind all opportunities.
  • Ensure accuracy and consistency in forecasting.

About Datadog

Datadog is a leading monitoring and analytics platform for developers, IT operations teams, and business users. Our innovative solutions help organizations understand and optimize their applications and infrastructure in real-time.

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