Lead the sales strategy and manage a team for innovative technology solutions in the energy commodities sector, driving growth and client acquisition in a dynamic market.
• Lead the sales strategy and tactical goals, adapting them as market conditions shift or new business priorities emerge.
• Oversee account management, ensuring a balanced approach to growing and retaining existing clients.
• Manage, coach, and mentor a growing team, creating a collaborative environment that promotes knowledge sharing and maximizes individual and team performance.
• Ensure team productivity and effectiveness through accurate forecasting, pipeline management, and robust sales processes.
• Support decisions and strategy shifts with data-driven insights and maintain a thorough understanding of metrics that impact regional sales performance.
• Identify key markets and monitor emerging trends and industry factors (competitors, regulations, pricing).
• Collaborate closely with Marketing, Product, Customer Success, and other teams to ensure client feedback informs the product roadmap.
• Work with peers and senior management to align on global sales strategy and regional execution plans.
• 5+ years of sales experience, ideally in SaaS or DaaS, within Energy, Commodities, Maritime, or Financial Services industries.
• 3+ years of experience leading sales teams, with a proven track record in managing and developing high-performing teams.
• In-depth knowledge of modern sales techniques, driving teams to achieve ambitious goals in both account management and new business acquisition.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to generate actionable insights from sales data.
• A hands-on, leading-by-example approach, thriving in fast-paced, multicultural environments.
• Ability to balance short-term targets and long-term strategic goals, including market trends and business opportunities.
• Flexible, cooperative, and committed to going the extra mile to adapt to change and drive success.
Kpler builds a platform that simplifies global trade information, providing insights specifically for the commodities, energy, and maritime sectors. Our service empowers organizations to make informed decisions by navigating the complexities of these markets.
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