Strategic Account Executive

Sr. Manager, ABM (Team Lead)

Elastic

Elastic, the Search AI Company, enables everyone to find the answers they need in real time, using all their data, at scale — unleashing the potential of businesses and people. The Elastic Search AI Platform, used by more than 50% of the Fortune 500, brings together the precision of search and the intelligence of AI to enable everyone to accelerate the results that matter. By taking advantage of all structured and unstructured data — securing and protecting private information more effectively — Elastic’s complete, cloud-based solutions for search, security, and observability help organizations deliver on the promise of AI. WHAT IS THE ROLE We're looking for a strategic ABM leader to build and elevate Elastic's account-based marketing practice. This is a player-coach role - you're accountable for your team's collective results while architecting the center of excellence, governance, tooling, and enablement that scales ABM across the entire organization. You'll define what great ABM looks like at Elastic, develop the marketers who deliver it, and ensure the broader GTM org understands how to adopt ABM principles. WHAT YOU WILL BE DOING CENTER OF EXCELLENCE & GOVERNANCE * Define Elastic's ABM vision, playbooks, and maturity roadmap across 1:1, 1:few, and 1:many motions * Establish governance: account selection criteria, tier methodology, ICP scoring, and cross-functional working norms * Build and maintain the ABM knowledge hub - ensuring plays, findings, and procedures are detailed and accessible * Be responsible for the ABM tech stack - ensuring adoption, correct configuration, and significant return on investment LEADERSHIP & COACHING * Lead, mentor, and develop a team of ABM managers — owning their growth, performance, and everyday execution quality * Serve as Elastic's internal ABM evangelist — educating field marketing, sales, SDRs, and customer success on ABM principles and how to adopt them * Represent ABM at the leadership level, supporting integrated planning and delivering executive readouts on performance and roadmap METRICS & ACCOUNTABILITY * Lead the ABM team's results: account engagement, pipeline influence/originated, buying group expansion, deal velocity, and revenue contribution. * Define the measurement framework and own how we communicate ABM impact to the business. * Work with marketing operations teams to build executive-ready dashboards and optimize based on performance data. WHAT YOU BRING * 8+ years in B2B marketing in a fast-paced enterprise software environment * Consistent track record building ABM frameworks, playbooks, or centers of excellence that elevated practice across an organization * Strong people leadership skills — you encourage, develop, and hold accountable a distributed team * Deep expertise with ABM platforms (Demandbase, 6sense, Userled, etc.) and the broader martech stack * Excellent executive communication — you translate ABM strategy into business outcomes for CMOs, CROs, and sales leaders * Experience marketing sophisticated enterprise technology — cloud, security, AI/ML, observability, or search — to technical and business buyers BONUS POINTS * ABM certification (e.g. ITSMA or equivalent)   Compensation for this role is in the form of base salary.  This role does not have a variable compensation component.  The typical starting salary range for new hires in this role is listed below.  These ranges represent the lowest to highest salary we reasonably and in good faith believe we would pay for this role at the time of this posting.  We may ultimately pay more or less than the posted range, and the ranges may be modified in the future.   An employee's position within the salary range will be based on several factors including, but not limited to, relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, geographic location, performance, and business or organizational needs. Elastic believes that employees should have the opportunity to share in the value that we create together for our shareholders. Therefore, in addition to cash compensation, this role is currently eligible to participate in Elastic's stock program.  Our total rewards package also includes a company-matched Registered Retirement Savings Plan (RRSP) with dollar-for-dollar matching up to 6% of eligible earnings, along with a range of other benefits offered with a holistic emphasis on employee well-being. The typical starting salary range for this role is: $98,200—$148,200 CAD ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - WE TAKE CARE OF OUR PEOPLE As a distributed company, diversity drives our identity. Whether you’re looking to launch a new career or grow an existing one, Elastic is the type of company where you can balance great work with great life. Your age is only a number. It doesn’t matter if you’re just out of college or your children are; we need you for what you can do. We strive to have parity of benefits across regions and while regulations differ from place to place, we believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do. * Competitive pay based on the work you do here and not your previous salary * Health coverage for you and your family in many locations * Ability to craft your calendar with flexible locations and schedules for many roles * Generous number of vacation days each year * Increase your impact - We match up to $2000 (or local currency equivalent) for financial donations and service * Up to 40 hours each year to use toward volunteer projects you love * Embracing parenthood with minimum of 16 weeks of parental leave Different people approach problems differently. We need that. Elastic is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation. We welcome individuals with disabilities and strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all individuals. To request an accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email candidate_accessibility@elastic.co. We will reply to your request within 24 business hours of submission. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws, view posters linked below: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Poster; Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision Poster; Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) Poster and Know Your Rights (Poster) Elasticsearch develops and distributes technology and information that is subject to U.S. and other countries’ export controls and licensing requirements for individuals who are located in or are nationals of the following sanctioned countries and regions: Belarus, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, or Russia, including the Ukrainian territories annexed by Russia (The Crimea region of Ukraine, The Donetsk People's Republic (DNR), The Luhansk People's Republic (LNR), Kherson or Zaporizhzhia). If you are located in or are a national of one of the listed countries or regions, an export license may be required as a condition of your employment in this role. Please note that national origin and/or nationality do not affect eligibility for employment with Elastic. Please see here for our Privacy Statement.

Senior Account Executive | Canada Ministry of National Defence

Elastic

Elastic, the Search AI Company, enables everyone to find the answers they need in real time, using all their data, at scale — unleashing the potential of businesses and people. The Elastic Search AI Platform, used by more than 50% of the Fortune 500, brings together the precision of search and the intelligence of AI to enable everyone to accelerate the results that matter. By taking advantage of all structured and unstructured data — securing and protecting private information more effectively — Elastic’s complete, cloud-based solutions for search, security, and observability help organizations deliver on the promise of AI. What Is The Role Elastic is seeking a Canada Public Sector Account Executive to expand our footprint within the Department of National Defence (DND) and the Canadian Armed Forces (CAF). This role will focus on driving adoption of Elastic's cutting-edge search, observability, and security solutions to support mission-critical operations. The ideal candidate will have deep domain expertise in Canadian defence operations, an understanding of Canadian defence procurement processes, and a passion for solving complex challenges with innovative technology. What You Will Be Doing *  Drive Elastic's sales strategy for DND and CAF, delivering tailored solutions for operational and cybersecurity needs. * Cultivate relationships with defence and government leaders, identifying opportunities to support mission success with Elastic's products. * Collaborate with government stakeholders and Canadian system integrators to design and implement Elastic solutions for joint and multi-domain operations. * Partner with internal teams to craft compelling proposals and ensure alignment with Canadian federal procurement requirements, including PSPC and DISO frameworks. * Stay current on evolving DND mission priorities, defence funding trends, and technological advancements including those tied to the Defence Policy Update. * Represent Elastic at Canadian defence industry events, briefings, and conferences to showcase capabilities and build partnerships. What You Bring * Deep understanding of DND and CAF missions, command structures, and operational requirements. * Proven success in defence sales, business development, or program management within the Canadian public sector. * Familiarity with Security Operations Centers (SOCs), AI/ML, data analytics, and cybersecurity frameworks including ITSG-33 and Protected B/C standards. * Strong interpersonal, communication, and negotiation skills, with the ability to translate technical solutions into mission value. * Experience navigating Canadian federal procurement processes and contracting vehicles (e.g., TBIPS, ProServices, SOSA). * Requires Canadian Secret or Top Secret clearance. Bonus Points * Military experience or prior collaboration with DND/CAF or Canadian defence agencies (e.g., CSE, CANSOFCOM). * Expertise in operational planning, cybersecurity, or data analytics within Canadian defence environments. * Bilingual (English/French) is an asset. ADDITIONAL INFORMATION - WE TAKE CARE OF OUR PEOPLE As a distributed company, diversity drives our identity. Whether you’re looking to launch a new career or grow an existing one, Elastic is the type of company where you can balance great work with great life. Your age is only a number. It doesn’t matter if you’re just out of college or your children are; we need you for what you can do. We strive to have parity of benefits across regions and while regulations differ from place to place, we believe taking care of our people is the right thing to do. * Competitive pay based on the work you do here and not your previous salary * Health coverage for you and your family in many locations * Ability to craft your calendar with flexible locations and schedules for many roles * Generous number of vacation days each year * Increase your impact - We match up to $2000 (or local currency equivalent) for financial donations and service * Up to 40 hours each year to use toward volunteer projects you love * Embracing parenthood with minimum of 16 weeks of parental leave Different people approach problems differently. We need that. Elastic is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to creating an inclusive culture that celebrates different perspectives, experiences, and backgrounds. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, ethnicity, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender perception or identity, national origin, age, marital status, protected veteran status, disability status, or any other basis protected by federal, state or local law, ordinance or regulation. We welcome individuals with disabilities and strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all individuals. To request an accommodation during the application or the recruiting process, please email candidate_accessibility@elastic.co. We will reply to your request within 24 business hours of submission. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws, view posters linked below: Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Poster; Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision Poster; Employee Polygraph Protection Act (EPPA) Poster and Know Your Rights (Poster) Elasticsearch develops and distributes technology and information that is subject to U.S. and other countries’ export controls and licensing requirements for individuals who are located in or are nationals of the following sanctioned countries and regions: Belarus, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Syria, or Russia, including the Ukrainian territories annexed by Russia (The Crimea region of Ukraine, The Donetsk People's Republic (DNR), The Luhansk People's Republic (LNR), Kherson or Zaporizhzhia). If you are located in or are a national of one of the listed countries or regions, an export license may be required as a condition of your employment in this role. Please note that national origin and/or nationality do not affect eligibility for employment with Elastic. Please see here for our Privacy Statement.

Strategic Account Executive

Smartsheet

For over 20 years, Smartsheet has empowered teams to manage work seamlessly and scale solutions smarter. Now, in our most ambitious chapter yet, we are uniting human teams with AI agents. By orchestrating the work agents do best, automating manual tasks and uncovering insights at scale, we create the space for people to focus on what truly matters: judgment, creativity, and big thinking. That is magic at work, and it’s what we show up for every day. Smartsheet is looking for a Strategic Account Executive to join our EMEA organisation. You will be responsible for increasing software and services sales by expanding existing customers' adoption along with targeting new logo acquisition. This is an incredibly exciting opportunity to help build out a strategically important vertical for Smartsheet. You will work on a hybrid basis from Munich, Germany and will be reporting to the Senior Regional Director, Large Enterprise EMEA. You Will: * Exceed quarterly and annual software and services sales quotas * Lead primary and secondary account teams by partnering with Solution Engineering, Consulting, Customer Success, Customer Outcomes, Marketing and Sales Development * Develop short and long-term growth and renewal strategies across your customer base * Balance tactical execution whilst ultimately targeting complex, high-value solution-based deals * Proactively develop unsolicited proposals that align with customer initiatives and position Smartsheet as an enterprise software solution provider * Accurately forecast sales opportunities, while tracking and using critical metrics that predict sales success * Perform other duties as assigned You Have: * 5+ years of experience selling enterprise software or services * Fluency in English & German is required * Demonstrable track record of exceeding assigned quotas and receiving recognition for high-performance * Demonstrable experience building relationships with senior line-of-business leaders, IT executives and operational managers within Enterprise organisations (>5,000 employees) * Understanding and experience of selling directly and through partners * Proven ability to manage a large and diverse pipeline of sales opportunities * Proven experience in developing successful go-to-market strategies * Proven experience executing complex, solution-based strategic sales processes * Exceptional sales fundamentals in terms of pipe generation approaches, territory planning, account planning and deal execution * Highly accountable for actions and performance * Resilient and adaptable to change * High integrity with the ability to build trust * Excellent instinct and judgment to make sound choices * Strong self awareness in terms of strengths, weaknesses and where to have the highest impact * Comfort in ambiguity with the ability to translate complexity into clarity * High humility with a mindset of continuous improvement * Curious, creative and able to respectfully challenge * Self-motivated and driven by a need to make a difference * Provides leadership by leveraging collective strengths, providing vision and by buying into collective objectives * Legally eligible to work in Germany on an ongoing basis Smartsheet provides a competitive base salary range for roles that may be hired in different geographic areas we are licensed to operate our business from. Actual compensation is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, level of professional, educational experience, skills, and specific candidate location. In addition, this role will be eligible for a market competitive incentive opportunity. DE Base Salary Pay Range €110,000 - €145,000 EUR   Get to Know Us: At Smartsheet, your ideas are heard, your potential is supported, and your contributions have real impact. You’ll have the freedom to explore, push boundaries, and grow beyond your role. We welcome diverse perspectives and nontraditional paths—because we know that impact comes from individuals who care deeply and challenge thoughtfully. When you’re doing work that stretches you, excites you, and connects you to something bigger, that’s magic at work. Let’s build what’s next, together. Equal Opportunity Employer: Smartsheet is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment with the best employees. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable laws in the US, UK, Australia, Germany, Costa Rica, Japan, Bulgaria, India, and Singapore. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.  If there are preparations we can make to help ensure you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, please let us know.   #LI-Remote