Account Executive

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Hiring Remotely in Germany
Remote
Mid level
Cloud • eCommerce • Information Technology • Retail • Software
The Role
Quota-carrying Account Executive responsible for prospecting, territory management, closing net-new B2B customers, and upselling existing accounts. Maintain a 90-day pipeline, document activity in Salesforce, collaborate with sales engineering and implementation teams, and provide customer alignment with Customer Success. Role is fully remote (based in Germany) with ~10-20% travel and requires fluency in English, German, and Polish.
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Description:

SPS Commerce is a leading provider of cloud-based supply chain management solutions, serving a global network of retail trading partners. We foster a collaborative and inclusive work environment where innovation and continuous improvement are highly valued. Join SPS Commerce and be part of a dynamic team that's transforming the global retail supply chain!

Position Summary:We are seeking an Account Executive to join our Sales Team. In this quota-carrying and fast-paced role, the Account Executive will continuously seek net new business derived from prospecting, territory management, and periodically going onsite. This position will pull in resources from the sales engineering team and work to transition business to our implementation team. Once a new customer is onboard, this account will remain as part of the territory for possible upsell or cross sell. The Account Executive will grow business with a constant mix of new and expanding clients with a strong emphasis on net new customer acquisition.
It is a 100% Direct Sales role.
Essential Responsibilities / Duties 
  • Drive a prescriptive sales process and manage a defined sales territory (e.g., identify, develop, and close new business opportunities) 

  • Prospect for new clients through email campaigns, networking, cold calling, and other strategies you determine can reach client most effectively 

  • Engage in all qualified leads/opportunities assigned from a variety of teams (e.g., Channel, Logistics, Analytics, Marketing, Community, Lead Generation) 

  • Nurture prospects and current customers; cross-sell and upsell existing subscribers 

  • Maintain a rolling 90-day pipeline to meet or exceed ARR quota 

  • Collaborate with an account team to understand and leverage existing SPS relationships while cultivating a culture that grows together and aligns with SPS Values 

  • Maintain customer satisfaction; respond to customers in a timely manner; ensure the customer has proper alignment with Customer Success 

  • Document key findings, progress, insights, and pipeline velocity in Salesforce.com 

  

Minimum Requirements 
  • Bachelor’s degree and 3 years of proven experience in sales, preferably in a B2B environment, ideally within the supply chain, logistics, or related sectors, with experience in commission-based sales roles. 

  • Proven ability to manage a defined sales territory, including prospecting, lead generation, and closing new deals.  

  • Experience handling multiple accounts and consistently meeting or exceeding Annual Recurring Revenue (ARR) quotas. 

  • Strong understanding of pipeline velocity and sales forecasting. 

  • Ability to align sales efforts with internal teams and leverage relationships to generate new opportunities. 

  • Fluency in English, German, and Polish 

  

Preferred Experience 
  • IT or ERP sales experience 

  • Sales experience in both Germany and Poland. 

  • Ability to translate and clearly communicate business issues, understand business processes and supply chain operations, and convey technical information to individuals with varying levels of expertise. 

  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office, CRM tools, and lead management processes. 

  • Proven proficiency in Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook). 

 

Skill Set 
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills for client outreach and internal collaboration. 

  • Ability to identify challenges and offer effective, tailored solutions to meet the customer’s needs. 

  • Strong organizational skills for tracking sales activities, opportunities, and client communications. 

  • Customer-centric mindset with a focus on building long-term relationships. 

  • Team player with a collaborative approach, capable of working cross-functionally with various departments. 
     

Job Context 
  • This position is fully remote. 

  • This position requires approximately 10-20% travel. 

 

Location:   

Residing in Germany (East Germany preferred) 

 

What We Offer:  

  

  • Launch your career acceleration by integrating into our expanding organization, gaining immediate and full exposure to dynamic, professional team and impactful projects. 

  • Structured coaching and mentorship designed to foster significant professional development, providing the expertise required for continuous growth. 

  • Exceptional opportunities for rapid advancement where your contributions are directly linked to tangible career progression within our company. 

  • Mobility allowance 

  • Remote work opportunity 

  

 

 

Commitment to our Employees:

At SPS we power connections that drive the world of commerce forward, and our success depends on making strong decisions, fostering innovation, delivering unparalleled customer solutions, and driving outstanding business performance. We achieve this by creating an environment where every employee feels a true sense of belonging. We embrace diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring everyone feels accepted, valued, and empowered to make a meaningful impact. 

We are committed to affirmative action and equal opportunity in all aspects of employment. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. 

Skills Required

  • Bachelor's degree
  • Minimum 3 years proven sales experience, preferably B2B and commission-based
  • Proven ability to manage a defined sales territory including prospecting, lead generation, and closing deals
  • Experience managing multiple accounts and consistently meeting or exceeding ARR quotas
  • Strong understanding of pipeline velocity and sales forecasting
  • Ability to align sales efforts with internal teams and leverage relationships
  • Fluency in English, German, and Polish
  • IT or ERP sales experience
  • Sales experience in Germany and Poland
  • Ability to translate and clearly communicate business and technical issues to varied audiences
  • Knowledge of Microsoft Office, CRM tools, and lead management processes
  • Proven proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and Outlook
  • Familiarity with Salesforce.com for documenting pipeline and customer interactions

SPS Commerce Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about SPS Commerce and has not been reviewed or approved by SPS Commerce.

  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage includes medical, dental, vision, and disability, with options like HSA contributions and established carriers. Coverage breadth is described as comparable to larger tech firms.
  • Equity Value & Accessibility Ownership opportunities include an employee stock purchase plan and equity components as part of total compensation. These elements are positioned as meaningful parts of the package across multiple roles.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth PTO, paid holidays, parental leave, adoption assistance, and volunteer time off are included. Time‑off accrual that increases with tenure is referenced.

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The Company
HQ: Minneapolis, MN
1,922 Employees
Year Founded: 1987

What We Do

SPS Commerce gives retail trading partners an intelligent way to manage and fulfill orders. SPS Commerce is the world’s leading retail network, connecting trading partners around the globe to optimize supply chain operations for all retail partners. We support data-driven partnerships with innovative cloud technology, customer-obsessed service, and accessible experts so our customers can focus on what they do best. To date, more than 95,000 companies in retail, distribution, grocery, and e-commerce have chosen SPS as their retail network. SPS has achieved 80 consecutive quarters of revenue growth and is headquartered in Minneapolis.

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