Principal Proserve Account Executive

**DESCRIPTION**:The Amazon Web Services Professional Services (ProServe) team is seeking a dynamic ProServe Account Executive (PAE) to join our team at Amazon Web Services (AWS). In this role, you'll be responsible for engaging new and existing customers in transformative projects involving IT Strategy, distributed architecture, and hybrid cloud operations.You'll work closely with ProServe Cloud Architects, Engagement Managers, and Delivery Consultants to drive customer success and business growth. As ProServe’s customer facing relationship owner you’ll be primarily focused on understanding and defining business outcomes for customers by building trust, identifying applicable AWS Professional Services offerings, and creating proposals and securing customer signoff of SOW’s. Following project launch, you will stay connected with the customer to ensure we are delivering the agreed customer business outcomes (CBO) as outlined in the SOW.Your experience in selling services within the technology/consulting sector, will equip you with the ability to translate technical concepts into business value for customers. You will demonstrate proficiency in business development, executing sales methodologies and managing CRM systems coupled with strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management abilities. PAEs performance will be measured against key metrics including but not limited to Revenue, Billable Bookings, and customer satisfaction (CSAT).Key job responsibilitiesAs an experienced services sales professional, you will be responsible for:- Leading business development efforts by engaging customers and driving high-value engagements- Collaborating with Amazon Global Sales (AGS) representatives to ensure a coordinated approach for key accounts- Creating proposals, securing customer sign-off on Statements of Work (SOWs), and ensure successful project delivery- Monitoring ongoing projects to ensure delivery of agreed CBOs and maximize revenue potential- Advocating for customers while balancing AWS business objectivesAbout the teamThe AWS Professional Services organization is a global team of experts that help customers realize their desired business outcomes when using the AWS Cloud. We work together with customer teams and the AWS Partner Network (APN) to execute enterprise cloud computing initiatives. Our team provides assistance through a collection of offerings which help customers achieve specific outcomes related to enterprise cloud adoption. We also deliver focused guidance through our global specialty practices, which cover a variety of solutions, technologies, and industries.Diverse ExperiencesWhy AWS?Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses.Inclusive Team CultureHere at AWS, it’s in our nature to learn and be curious. Our employee-led affinity groups foster a culture of inclusion that empower us to be proud of our differences. Ongoing events and learning experiences, including our Conversations on Race and Ethnicity (CORE) and AmazeCon (diversity) conferences, inspire us to never stop embracing our uniqueness.Mentorship & Career GrowthWe’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional.Work/Life BalanceWe value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve in the cloud.**BASIC QUALIFICATIONS**:- 10+ years of experience in technology sales or account management.- Experience developing and executing sales strategies, tactics, plans, processes, systems and programs.- Experience with cloud technologies and IT strategies.- Experience on negotiating with Brazil Public Sector Customers.- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, related field, or equivalent experience.- Able to communicate effectively in English, within technical and business settings.**PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS**:- Solid communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.- Ability to build and maintain C-level client relationships.- Financial acumen with the ability to analyze and report on key performance metrics.- Technical proficiency to understand and articulate AWS services and solutions- Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.- Storytelling and active listening abilities.- Track record of Public Sector negotiation and contracting of technology.