Strategic Account Executive

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Strategic Account Executive driving consultative enterprise sales of Albert’s AI-native materials science OS. Building Germany and EU pipelines, advising chemical and life sciences executives, and closing strategic deals.

Responsibilities:

  • Own pipeline generation and deal strategy end-to-end for Germany and the DACH region
  • Build and prioritize a personal book of business
  • Translate chemistry, materials science, and life sciences R&D workflow knowledge into compelling buyer-facing perspectives
  • Prepare pipeline forecasts and account plans
  • Report progress against goals to sales leadership
  • Navigate complex, multi-stakeholder sales cycles in large accounts
  • Exceed quota through consultative, value- and revenue-led selling
  • Engage C-level buyers as a trusted advisor
  • Use an existing senior industry network to build credibility and open doors
  • Collaborate with Solutions Scientists, Customer Engagement, and Marketing on proposals, demos, and account strategy
  • Negotiate contracts, pricing, and terms
  • Feed market and product feedback to marketing, product, and leadership
  • Represent Albert at industry conferences and events across Germany and the DACH region
  • Collaborate effectively with pre- and post-sales stakeholders

Requirements:

  • 10+ years of experience in sales or account management, ideally within SaaS, enterprise software, or scientific/R&D solutions
  • Strong, existing senior network in the chemical, materials science, life sciences, and pharmaceutical sectors
  • Credible knowledge of AI solutions that drive enterprise business value
  • Proven enterprise SaaS or AI sales experience
  • Track record of navigating complex, multi-stakeholder sales cycles in large accounts and consistently exceeding quota
  • Proactive “hunter” mindset with full ownership of pipeline generation and deal strategy
  • C-level presence and consultative selling skills
  • High personal autonomy and resilience in a fast-changing startup environment
  • Fluent in German and English
  • Proficiency with CRM tools and sales processes such as MEDDPICC and value selling motions
  • Willingness to travel across Germany and the broader DACH/European region as needed
  • Strong interpersonal skills and cross-functional collaboration ability
  • Comfortable in dynamic, evolving customer and company environments
  • Ability to lead initiatives and drive projects to completion with little or no oversight

Benefits:

  • International hybrid culture
  • Positive employee environment
  • Emphasis on work-life balance
  • Inclusive and diverse workplace
  • Global team environment
  • Opportunity to represent Albert at industry conferences and events