Description
Overview of the Role
Are you an ambitious, results-driven sales professional looking for a new challenge in the Public Sector? We are hiring a Named Account Executive to drive Salesforce adoption across public sector institutions in the Netherlands. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with government agencies, build strategic relationships, and navigate complex procurement processes to deliver transformative digital solutions.
You'll be joining a high-performing team that consistently achieves its goals, led by a passionate and experienced hiring manager who is deeply invested in the success of his team. If you're looking for a supportive environment where you can thrive, grow, and make a real impact, this is the role for you.
This position is ideal for an internal candidate with strong drive and ambition—if you're looking to take your career to the next level, we’d love to hear from you.
Key Responsibilities
Drive new business within public sector accounts, focusing on whitespace opportunities and expanding our footprint.
Develop and nurture strategic relationships with senior stakeholders, including C-level executives, IT leaders, and procurement officials.
Execute a consultative sales approach, aligning Salesforce solutions with public sector priorities such as digital transformation, citizen engagement, and operational efficiency.
Navigate complex public sector procurement processes (RFPs, RFIs, and tenders) to drive long-term success.
Collaborate with internal teams to craft compelling proposals and deliver tailored product demonstrations.
Represent Salesforce at key industry events, enhancing our brand presence and forging meaningful connections.
Ensure long-term customer success, driving satisfaction, retention, and expansion within your accounts.
What We’re Looking For
Proven success in a hunter-focused sales role, ideally within enterprise or public sector sales.
Resilience, tenacity, and strategic thinking to drive long-term business growth.
Strong understanding of public sector procurement and how to navigate government buying cycles.
Ability to build and sustain relationships with senior decision-makers.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.
Preferred Qualifications
Experience working with Salesforce or similar CRM platforms.
Understanding of digital transformation trends in the public sector.
Why Join Salesforce?
Innovative Culture: Be part of a company that's reshaping the future with advanced AI models and cloud solutions
Global Impact: Contribute to products that are transforming industries worldwide
Career Growth: Access to professional development opportunities, mentorship programs, and a clear path for advancement
Benefits & Perks
Check out our benefits site which explains our various benefits, including well-being reimbursement, generous parental leave, adoption assistance, fertility benefits, and more