Senior Sales Executive, Software

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Tokyo, JPN
Hybrid
Senior level
Automotive • Professional Services • Software • Consulting • Energy • Chemical • Renewable Energy
Our mission is to make the world a safer, more secure and sustainable place.
The Role
Hunt new software business, develop account plans, perform demos, advise on integrations, manage client relationships through the sales cycle, support renewals, collaborate with solution architects and account teams, and hand off customers to implementation and Customer Success.
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JOB DESCRIPTION
  • Hunts for new business opportunities
  • Supports development of multi-year account plans in Software by providing insight on area of specialization
  • Contributes to the development of strategy by providing input on customer needs, pain points, trends, etc. to product / service manager.
  • Maintains ongoing plan to prioritize portfolio of accounts and maintain relationships throughout the year, identifying opportunities for software renewal.
  • Under moderate guidance, performs product demos and advises customers on how to integrate software into an existing IT environment.
  • Uses technical credibility to build relationships with buyers and centers of influence, in support of Global account leaders
  • Serves as main point of client contact throughout sales cycle.
  • Specific to the customers current technology platforms and systems, communicates value proposition to clients based on highly technical knowledge.
  • Maintains ongoing relationships after initial sale has closed in order to effectively convert software renewals.
  • Works under moderate guidance of the sales leadership on proposals and closings as directed by account leaders
  • Actions on opportunities to sell specialty Software products and services
  • Works with account managers on discovery and opportunity identification
  • Works under the guidance of account managers to seamlessly work with customers throughout the sales cycle.
  • Collaborates with Solution Architects in gathering customer requirements.
  • Serves as primary point of contact, responsible for articulating value proposition and managing client interactions. Brings in additional technical resources when needed to support sales opportunities
  • Provides input to account owner during account planning process on potential growth opportunities
  • Makes connections and builds trusted advisor status with relevant account owners.
  • Supports smooth hand-off of customer to implementation teams and Customer Success team post-sale.

QUALIFICATIONS
  • 2+ years of related sales experience.
  • Bachelors and/or graduate degree in software engineering or related field.
  • Deep knowledge and experience with specialty product / services within assigned Software portfolio.
  • Proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets.
  • Relevant technical capabilities related to assigned specialty product / service.
  • Business acumen and deep understanding of business sales processes.
  • Proficient in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook), and CRM software.

ABOUT US
A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions (NYSE: ULS) transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 110 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers' product innovation and business growth. The UL Mark serves as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers' products and reflects an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.
ABOUT THE TEAM
When you combine the gravitas of a 130-year-old safety science leader with a culture of innovation that pushes the boundaries in new services and technology, you get UL Solutions. As a global team of business and engineering experts, we develop software for a huge range of industries, including medical, sustainability, renewable energy and healthy buildings. Together, we're dedicated to making a real-world difference, to using our knowledge for good and to pioneering positive change. Join our team and use your expertise to transform global safety, security and sustainability.

Skills Required

  • 2+ years of related sales experience
  • Bachelor's or graduate degree in software engineering or related field
  • Deep knowledge and experience with specialty product/services within assigned Software portfolio
  • Proven ability to meet and exceed sales targets
  • Relevant technical capabilities related to assigned specialty product/service
  • Business acumen and deep understanding of business sales processes
  • Proficient in MS Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook) and CRM software

What the Team is Saying

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UL Solutions Compensation & Benefits Highlights

  • Retirement Support The 401(k) program is portrayed as strong, with a notable employer match and an additional company contribution after the first year that enhances long‑term savings. This structure is consistently highlighted as a differentiator in the total rewards mix.
  • Healthcare Strength Medical coverage is characterized by multiple plan options administered by a major carrier and a substantial employer cost share, alongside dental, vision, and mental‑health/EAP resources. The breadth of choices and supportive programs underscore a comprehensive health offering.
  • Leave & Time Off Breadth PTO with sick time, floating holidays, and dedicated paid volunteer days are emphasized, along with paid parental bonding and family‑care leave. Flexible work arrangements by role further increase the practical utility of time‑off benefits.

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The Company
HQ: Chicago, IL
15,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1894

What We Do

A global leader in applied safety science, UL Solutions transforms safety, security and sustainability challenges into opportunities for customers in more than 100 countries. UL Solutions delivers testing, inspection and certification services, together with software products and advisory offerings, that support our customers’ product innovation and business growth. The UL Certification Marks serve as a recognized symbol of trust in our customers’ products and reflect an unwavering commitment to advancing our safety mission. We help our customers innovate, launch new products and services, navigate global markets and complex supply chains, and grow sustainably and responsibly into the future. Our science is your advantage.

Why Work With Us

Science is in our DNA; we are endlessly curious and passionate about seeking and speaking the truth. We take delight in knowing that our work makes a meaningful contribution to society, and we are proud that our culture is centered on integrity, collaboration, inclusion and excellence.

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