Account Executive, Strategic Accounts | Southern Europe

Sumup

Department: GTM EU Growth | Retail & Trade Marketing  Location: Paris, office-first Employment type: Full-time, office-first   TEAM DESCRIPTION France is SumUp's most important retail market, and this role is at the centre of making it perform. Based in Paris, you'll be close to the retailers, the field team, and the commercial decisions that matter most. You'll own the full trade marketing picture for France: setting the strategy, shaping the plans with key retail partners, and leading a field team to execute them across more than 1,400 stores. This role is for someone who spots the gap, builds the plan, and gets it done, whether that means negotiating a display brief with a major retailer or redesigning how the field team tracks in-store performance.   WHAT YOU'LL DO * Develop and execute trade marketing strategies for the French market, focused on driving sell-out, new account acquisition, and net revenue growth * Lead and coordinate the external field execution team (Field Operations Manager, Project Manager, and Merchandisers) to deliver outstanding in-store results * Monitor and improve in-store execution through our Perfect Store framework, identifying gaps and driving action plans across key retail partners * Experience leading and earning the trust of senior external stakeholders, treating them with the same rigour and care as internal team members * Collaborate with Business Development Managers to define tactical and annual plans for key accounts, and align commercial and marketing priorities * Partner with the Marketing Development team to build bespoke campaigns and initiatives tailored to the French retail landscape   YOU'LL BE GREAT FOR THIS ROLE IF... * Solid experience in trade marketing or retail marketing within the French market, ideally with a background in FMCG or consumer electronics * Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, keeping delivery on track across agencies, field teams, and internal stakeholders * Strong written and verbal communication skills in both French and English, with the ability to produce clear, structured briefs and present confidently to retail partners * Confidence leading and developing people, whether they sit inside the organisation or outside it * Comfortable moving between strategic planning and hands-on execution without losing momentum * A track record of taking ownership, following through on commitments, and building trusted relationships quickly across teams   WHY YOU SHOULD JOIN SUMUP 🌎 Opportunity to work with a truly global, multicultural team from our Paris location. This involves an office-first setup 🌈 Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion: be part of a workplace that values and promotes diversity, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone's perspectives are respected and embraced 🚀 Enrolment onto our Virtual Stock Option programme: you will own a stake in SumUp's future success 📚 A dedicated annual L&D budget of EUR2000 for your individual development, which can be used to attend conferences and/or advance your career through further education 💼 Financial security: corporate pension contributions that support your long-term future 🏥 Healthcare support: we cover 50% of the monthly cost of your health insurance for your Mutuelle and Prevoyance 🚌 Extra allowances: we offer restaurant tickets (Swile) and cover transportation costs 🏖 Generous time off: enjoy 25 days of paid leave, plus bank holidays and special leaves 🎉 Regular breakfasts, team events, office parties & sports activities 🌴 Break4me: 1-month sabbatical after 3 years of service 🔗 Referral Bonus: earn additional rewards by referring talented individuals to join the SumUp team   ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ABOUT SUMUP Be empowered to do more that matters. At SumUp, we're on a mission to empower small businesses across the globe by providing simple and affordable tools that allow them to thrive. Today, over 4 million businesses in 37 markets rely on SumUp as their financial partner to manage payments, finance and customer relationships. Our commitment to small businesses is reflected in our diverse team of over 3,000 SumUppers from over 90 nationalities, united by global collaboration and an innovative mindset. Our core values lay the foundation for who we are and what we stand for, shaping our work culture and driving our success. We foster inclusivity and a continuous learning culture, providing a safe space for personal and professional growth. Our differences make us unique and strong as we strive to create an environment where everyone belongs and feels supported, no matter how they identify. SumUp is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, actively seeking and embracing diversity in our workforce. We don't make hiring or employment decisions based on race, colour, religion or religious belief, ethnic or national origin, nationality, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, age or any other basis protected by applicable laws or prohibited by company policy. Our commitment extends beyond recruitment to creating a safe and respectful workplace where harassment of any form is strictly prohibited. Discover more about our culture and opportunities on our careers website, and follow our journey on LinkedIn, Instagram, and TikTok.   Job Application Tip We recognise that candidates feel they need to meet 100% of the job criteria in order to apply for a job. Please note that this is only a guide. If you don’t tick every box, it’s ok too because it means you have room to learn and develop your career at SumUp.

Figma

Figma is growing our team of passionate creatives and builders on a mission to make design accessible to all. Figma’s platform helps teams bring ideas to life—whether you're brainstorming, creating a prototype, translating designs into code, or iterating with AI. From idea to product, Figma empowers teams to streamline workflows, move faster, and work together in real time from anywhere in the world. If you're excited to shape the future of design and collaboration, join us! We are looking for a Strategic Account Executive who will play a critical role driving sales and maximizing expansion opportunities with a defined list of top-tier Enterprise customers. You will be responsible for targeting, building and nurturing positive relationships with key C-level decision-makers, understanding complex business needs, and delivering innovative solutions across our product suite. This is an opportunity to accelerate your career, learn from leading sellers in the industry and build an incredible network of cross functional partners throughout Figma. This role is based in our Paris hub. WHAT YOU'LL DO AT FIGMA: * Manage a defined list of named strategic accounts to consistently meet or exceed quarterly and annual sales targets * Apply effective discovery and value-selling techniques to build and strengthen C-level relationships for every account in your book * Align with executives on business challenges and gain sponsorship for enterprise wide deployments for a suite of products, identifying where Figma’s roadmap and innovations fit in the long term * Conduct thorough analysis to create strategic account plans that outline company priorities and initiatives, multi-threading at a senior level to build on expansion opportunities * Co-create with cross-functional partners to expertly position Figma, drive deals forward and ensure customer success * Leverage opportunities to advance executive level relationships through in-person meetings and networking opportunities WE'D LOVE TO HEAR FROM YOU IF YOU HAVE: * Experience closing sales, over multiple years, for a software or SaaS business with the highest tier of Enterprise customers (5000+ FTEs), selling to executives * Consistent performance meeting pipeline generation targets for net new business * Demonstrated experience successfully managing complex sales cycles (9 months+) * Proficiency in a sales methodology and process that creates value for customers * Fluency in French and English. WHILE IT’S NOT REQUIRED, IT’S AN ADDED PLUS IF YOU ALSO HAVE: * Experience selling solutions to technical audiences at the highest level in Engineering, Product and Design teams * Demonstrated ability to succeed in a changing environment * Certified in deal qualification and prospect discovery At Figma, one of our values is Grow as you go. We believe in hiring smart, curious people who are excited to learn and develop their skills. If you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with the points outlined in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles. At Figma we celebrate and support our differences. We know employing a team rich in diverse thoughts, experiences, and opinions allows our employees, our product and our community to flourish. Figma is an equal opportunity workplace - we are dedicated to equal employment opportunities regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity/expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. We will work to ensure individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to apply for a role, participate in the interview process, perform essential job functions, and receive other benefits and privileges of employment. If you require accommodation, please reach out to accommodations-ext@figma.com. These modifications enable an individual with a disability to have an equal opportunity not only to get a job, but successfully perform their job tasks to the same extent as people without disabilities.  Examples of accommodations include but are not limited to:  * Holding interviews in an accessible location * Enabling closed captioning on video conferencing * Ensuring all written communication be compatible with screen readers * Changing the mode or format of interviews  To ensure the integrity of our hiring process and facilitate a more personal connection, we require all candidates keep their cameras on during video interviews. Additionally, if hired you will be required to attend in person onboarding. By applying for this job, the candidate acknowledges and agrees that any personal data contained in their application or supporting materials will be processed in accordance with Figma's Candidate Privacy Notice.

Databricks

SLSQ227R192 Databricks operates at the leading edge of the Unified Data Analytics and AI space. Our customers in France rely on us to drive the accelerated innovation needed to stay ahead in today’s highly competitive landscape. As we continue our rapid expansion in France, we are looking for a creative, execution-oriented Strategic Enterprise Hunter Account Executive to join our team and maximize the incredible market opportunity for Databricks in the region. Reporting to the Director of Enterprise Sales, Hunting Team, you will be responsible for driving strategic growth and expanding our footprint across the region’s most critical enterprise accounts. The impact you will have: * Assess your list of assigned accounts and develop a strategy to execute against it * Build a customer base, identifying and closing new logo opportunities * Lead your customers and partners to identify impactful big data and AI use cases whilst proving out their value on the Databricks Lakehouse platform. * Identify land opportunities and develop the expand / consumption use cases. * Orchestrate and utilise internal teams to maximise the impact on your ecosystem. * Build exceptional value with all engagements to guide successful negotiations to close point What we look for: * Proven experience selling SaaS solutions to Enterprise Customers * Extensive experience and strong performance in new logo hunting * Experience working in Big Data, Cloud, or SaaS industries with some technical sales experience * Successful experience selling complex software deals and quota over-achievement * Understanding of consumption based land and expand sales models is advantageous * Knowledge of the Data & AI space with some technology sales experience * Evidence of creating demand that delivered substantial business value * Experience of following robust sales methodologies and process, e.g. account planning, MEDDPICC, Value Selling and accurate forecasting * Experience of building effective champions, collaborative teams and partnerships to support execution of your territory plan. * Understanding of how to identify all key uses cases and buying centres in an opportunity to increase the impact of Databricks in an organisation * Fluent French and business English required About Databricks Databricks is the data and AI company. More than 10,000 organizations worldwide — including Comcast, Condé Nast, Grammarly, and over 50% of the Fortune 500 — rely on the Databricks Data Intelligence Platform to unify and democratize data, analytics and AI. Databricks is headquartered in San Francisco, with offices around the globe and was founded by the original creators of Lakehouse, Apache Spark™, Delta Lake and MLflow. To learn more, follow Databricks on Twitter, LinkedIn and Facebook. Benefits At Databricks, we strive to provide comprehensive benefits and perks that meet the needs of all of our employees. For specific details on the benefits offered in your region click here. Our Commitment to Diversity and Inclusion At Databricks, we are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive culture where everyone can excel. We take great care to ensure that our hiring practices are inclusive and meet equal employment opportunity standards. Individuals looking for employment at Databricks are considered without regard to age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other protected characteristics. Compliance If access to export-controlled technology or source code is required for performance of job duties, it is within Employer's discretion whether to apply for a U.S. government license for such positions, and Employer may decline to proceed with an applicant on this basis alone.