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As a Solution Sales Executive (m/f/d) SAP SuccessFactors HCM, you are directly responsible for the sales of SAP Human Experience solutions, particularly the SAP SuccessFactors HCM Suite, and for the associated revenues in the cloud environment. The Solution Sales Executive (SSE) SAP SuccessFactors HCM partners with the end-to-end account owner to drive solution specific sales motions, bring in domain expertise to solve customer business challenges, and grow the customer’s SAP footprint through renewal and expansion to support long term customer success.

• Generate demand, manage pipeline, and close opportunities
• Develop opportunity plans containing compelling solution value propositions
• Conduct White Space analysis to identify growth opportunities
• Work with wider account team on sales campaigns
• Manage customer relationships at the solution area/buying center level
• Progress opportunities for move to cloud/expand footprint accounts or accounts which are new to the solution area
• Utilize deep knowledge of how companies operate, business models, strategies, and end-to-end business processes
• Stay informed about SAP’s competition and value drivers
• Leverage SAP’s comprehensive team of experts and industry knowledge to effectively address customer needs
• Build customer participation in relevant SAP communities, programs, and events
• Facilitate collaboration with the partner ecosystem

What you bring:

• Proven track record in business application software sales with overachievement of quota
• 2+ years of experience in sales of business software/IT solutions
• Excellent knowledge and deep understanding of Human Resources, SAP SuccessFactors HCM solution, the relevant market, and SAP competitors
• Broad understanding of the SAP solution portfolio and the business processes it enables to drive customer value conversations
• Established relationships with account teams, Customer Business Office (CBO) teams, and relevant geo unit leaders
• Alignment with product/solution management teams and marketing organizations a plus
• Demonstrated success with large transactions and challenging sales pursuits
• Proven contractual and negotiation skills
• Experience driving renewals, expansions, and up-sells of subscription or perpetual license-based solutions
• Knowledge of financial, competitive, regulatory environment
• Fluent German and very good English skill
• Excellent verbal and non-verbal communication skills
• Strategic thinker, high degree of creativity and innovation
• Excellent executive presence
• Results-driven
• Strong commercial/deal support skills, especially subscription-based

Where you belong

At SuccessFactors, we are proud of the vibrant, diverse, and talented team that drives the success with our customers. Our team members are open-minded and creative professionals who bring fresh perspectives to every challenge. As HR enthusiasts, we are passionate about fostering a positive work culture and nurturing growth. With a strong focus on our customers, we strive to deliver solution-oriented results that exceed expectations. Together, we embrace innovation and collaboration, making every day an opportunity to learn, grow, and make a difference.

​Bring out your best

SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.

We win with inclusion

SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better and more equitable world.
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