A CAREER WITHIN SALES

We're always looking for great talent to join our growing team in EMEA. Although we may not have an open position right now,  if you are interested in this opportunity we encourage you to apply.

WHAT HAPPEN’S NEXT…

We'll carefully review your application and if we believe we may have a role in the near future that could be a good match with your experience and qualifications, we will get in touch and may invite you to an introductory call with a member of our talent acquisition team. 

ABOUT THE ROLE…

As an Account Executive (AE) at Pure Storage you’ll be at the forefront of developing new business in either the Enterprise, Commercial or Public sector, working with our channel resellers and key customer accounts. You will collaborate with Pre-sales, Partner sales, and Field Marketing teams to drive success in one of these sectors. 

Our AE roles can be Paris office-based or based in key cities in Provincial France (for these roles, prior experience with customers and partners in the particular region is required). 

Your Challenge...

• Promote Innovative Solutions: Advocate for our all-flash enterprise storage technology.
• Build Relationships: Foster strong connections with customers, ensuring high satisfaction.
• Lead and Strategize: Direct pursuit teams and develop account plans to secure new customers.
• Manage Sales Pipeline: Drive activities to meet and exceed sales quotas.
• Collaborate with Partners: Work with regional Channel, GSI, and Ecosystem Partners to position Pure Storage.
• Execute Account Strategies: Develop and implement strategies to close deals consistently.
• Deliver Results: Surpass quotas, maintain a strong pipeline, and drive referenceable business.
• Communicate Effectively: Present proposals highlighting Pure Storage’s benefits.

What You’ll Bring...

• Sales Passion: A strong drive for sales and relationship building.
• Commercial /& Public Sector Experience: Experience with direct/indirect sales on Commercial Mid-Market & local government accounts, especially within the full North Region.
• Partner Collaboration: Experience working with Channel, GSI, and Ecosystem Partners.
• Prospecting Skills: Advanced skills in engaging new customers required.
• Ambition and Drive: A goal-oriented attitude and desire to drive change.
• Proven Success: A track record of exceeding quotas and maintaining a robust pipeline.
• Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment.
• Industry Knowledge: Understanding of cloud computing and Data Centre Architecture.
• Communication Skills: Excellent time management and communication abilities.
• Experience: 5+ years of field sales experience may (level of seniority may vary depending on the specific district)
• Language Skills: Native/Bilingual French and professional English proficiency.