Middle Enterprise Account Executive

Account Executive

We are seeking an experienced Account Executive to join our growing Middle Enterprise Canadian team. In this role you will focus on increasing market share in Middle Enterprise accounts in an assigned region. By joining our already successful team, you will be an instrumental part of our consistent year over year revenue growth!

This is a hybrid role requiring 3 days (Mon, Tues, Thurs) in office at our Toronto, CAN location.

Your day-to-day:

• Actively engage with prospective new customers via phone, web conference and in-person to introduce Proofpoint products and our value proposition
• Consistently research and prospect within the Ontario territory accounts to identify new potential Proofpoint customers in the Mid-Market segment
• Drive the entire sales process from start to finish including prospecting, opportunity identification, introductory meetings, product demonstration, customer Q&A, as well as negotiation and closing
• Team up with our rapidly expanding channel partner network to drive both net-new and incremental revenue
• Interact with the management team in 1-1, team meetings and via forecasting and reporting to provide critical updates, and strategic account planning
• Become a perpetual student of Proofpoint products, and the ever-changing CyberSecurity industry
• May require modified work hours to cover accounts in other time zones, and occasional travel for key accounts

What you bring to the team:

• Experience working within Canadian Territories.
• Minimum of 3+ years of experience selling complex enterprise class software
• Experience selling to either Mid-Market or Enterprise level accounts strongly preferred
• Track record of sustained success in a sales role
• Experience managing the entire sales cycle, from prospecting through negotiation and closing
• Exceptional presentation skills and comfortable with public speaking
• Strong phone and interpersonal communication skills (verbal and written) as well as organizational skills
• Great attitude, and a team player that will share their recipe(s) for success
• Experience working with Salesforce.com or other CRM is a plus
• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required
• Hybrid role 3 days a week in our Toronto, CAN office.

Why Proofpoint? At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you'll love working with us:

• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive benefits
• Learning & Development: We are committed to the growth and development of our team members, offering a range of programs including leadership and professional development workshops, stretch project assignments, and mentoring opportunities to help employees reach their full potential.
• Flexible work environment: [Remote options, hybrid schedules, flexible hours, etc.].
• Annual wellness and community outreach days
• Always on recognition for your contributions
• Global collaboration and networking opportunities

Our Culture:

Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to accessibility@proofpoint.com.