Account Executive-Sweden - Worldwide

Extreme Networks Named to Computerworld’s 2023 List of Best Places to Work in IT!Over 50,000 customers globally trust our end-to-end, cloud-driven networking solutions and rely on our top-rated services and support to accelerate their digital transformation efforts and deliver progress like never before and with double digit growth year over year, no provider is better positioned to deliver better outcomes on scale, than Extreme.We believe in “walking the walk” of our strong core values which enable us to successfully advance together. Diversity and Inclusion is a vital part of our values and beliefs, and we’re proud to foster an environment where every Extreme employee can thrive. Come become part of something big with us! We are a global leader, with hubs in North America, South America, Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Middle East.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

Specific near- to mid-term deliverables for the position will includeIdentify and deliver mid-term pipeline and close ‘won’ business according to targetsBuild business plans and marketing activity plans with the regional channel partners to achieve revenue targetsCoordinate contract negotiations between Extreme Networks and partner if neededSupports partner’s sales planning and sales activityUnderstand and communicate Extreme service model to ensure clean after sales process and customer/partner satisfaction on long term basis

Candidate Requirements:

Successful apprenticeship or/and university degree in an economic/business related topic Fluent English and Swedish speaker5+ years of sales experience in the network infrastructure arenaDemonstrated success, with a track record of consistent sales (performing according to plan and forecast) while developing and maintaining large territoriesA strong background and ability in developing new customer acquisition (including cold calling) within a “green” field territory as well as maintaining longer term accountsThe ability to speak intelligently about OpenStack, SDN, Virtualization, Security, Orchestration, Server/Storage considerations will be a large part of the interaction with customers and partnersExceptional influencing skills, ability to communicate at all levels and exude a positive attitude and high energy to achieve maximum resultsRecognized ability to produce high quality results working independently (high level of self-motivation needed) in a region with limited local support infrastructure. Good organization skills required! Proven time management ability and prioritization skills beneficialPrior experience in the establishment of a remote sales site in a home office mode is desiredThe optimistic entrepreneurial candidate needs to show confidence and enthusiastic identification with his/her opportunity to win partner trust – having the ability to “think purple” and “sell through” the dominance of a market leader in some situationsAn experienced background or strong skill set in transmitting advanced technology differentiators into channel partner and customer benefits aligned with their business model and demands - Solution Selling Extreme Networks, Inc. (EXTR) creates effortless networking experiences that enable all of us to advance. We push the boundaries of technology leveraging the powers of machine learning, artificial intelligence, analytics, and automation. Over 50,000 customers globally trust our end-to-end, cloud-driven networking solutions and rely on our top-rated services and support to accelerate their digital transformation efforts and deliver progress like never before. For more information, visit Extreme's website or follow us on Twitter, LinkedIn, and Facebook.We encourage people from underrepresented groups to apply. Come Advance with us! In keeping with our values, no employee or applicant will face discrimination/harassment based on: race, color, ancestry, national origin, religion, age, gender, marital domestic partner status, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, or veteran status. Above and beyond discrimination/harassment based on “protected categories,” Extreme Networks also strives to prevent other, subtler forms of inappropriate behavior (e.g., stereotyping) from ever gaining a foothold in our organization. Whether blatant or hidden, barriers to success have no place at Extreme Networks.

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