Public Sector Account Manager

Proofpoint•Draper, UT

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people, data, and AI agents connect across email, cloud, and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortune 100, 10,000 large enterprises, and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats, prevent data loss, and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people. At Proofpoint you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values: Bold in how we dream and innovate Responsive to feedback, challenges and opportunities Accountable for results and best in class outcomes Visionary in future focused problem-solving Exceptional in execution and impact

Requirements

3+ years of successful inside or field solution sales experience generating net new and/or add-on revenue.
Experience selling to either Mid-Market or Enterprise level accounts is strongly preferred
Track record of sustained success/over-achievement in a sales role
Experience managing the entire sales cycle, from prospecting through negotiation and closing
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
Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience required

Nice To Haves

Experience working with Salesforce.com or other CRM is a plus

Responsibilities

Working with our existing customers in a consultative manner to identify additional solutions from the Proofpoint portfolio
Drive the entire sales process from start to finish including opportunity identification, introductory meetings, product demonstration, customer Q&A, as well as negotiation and closing
Develop, customize, and utilize effective close plans to navigate and manage the sales process
Team up with our world-class Sales Engineering team to devise and execute account strategies and plans
Engage with our rapidly expanding channel partner network to educate, inform, and drive 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
Provide outstanding and high touch customer service, including escalation and coordination of support issues as needed
Become a perpetual student of Proofpoint products, and the ever changing CyberSecurity industry!
Senior level team members will also help coach and develop newer team members, as well as participate in the interview process
May require modified work hours to cover accounts in other time zones, and occasional travel for key accounts
Occasional travel as required