Client Executive, Global Enterprise (Toulouse)

What you’ll do:

• Responsible for directing strategy for a large, strategic account including driving and coordinating executed selling and relationship activities

• Responsible for detailed understanding of large account client business strategy, drivers, goals and initiatives and translating these into Gartner selling opportunities

• Establish and maintain executive relationships with clients to become the trusted advisor 

• Account management with outcome of increased customer satisfaction and increase in retention & account growth

• Quota responsibility aligned to a specific strategic accounts

• Mastery and consistent execution of Gartner’s internal sales methodology

• Proficient in large account planning and understanding of territory management

• Manage forecast accuracy on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis

• Maintain competitive knowledge & focus

• Fiscal responsibility with regards to expense management

• In-depth knowledge of Gartner’s products and services

What you’ll need:

• 10-15 years external experience with proven success in consultative sales, preferably experience in high technology (services, software or hardware)

• Ability to prospect and manage C-level and senior level relationships within large multi-national companies

• Strong demonstration of intellect, drive, executive presence, sales acumen

• Proven experience building excellent client relationships, offering value added, insightful and strategic insight into their business

• Proven ability to understand enterprise-wide issues and to structure innovative, integrated solutions that provide IT decision support to global companies

• Comprehensive understanding of technology buying centres

• Extensive and relevant industry knowledge, specific to vertical markets per territory

• Strong computer proficiency

• Excellent written and oral/presentation skills

• Ability to develop and conduct effective presentations with contract decision makers (C-level)

• Knowledge of the full life cycle of the sales process from prospecting to close

• The role is located in Toulouse (France) and require frequent, onside client interaction

• Language requirements as determined by territory needs (French & English)

• Bachelor’s degree, with strong evidence of success in school

• Master’s or advanced degree a plus

Who are we?

At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE: IT), we deliver actionable, objective insight that drives smarter decisions and stronger performance on an organization’s mission-critical priorities. We’ve grown exponentially since our founding in 1979 and we're proud to have over 19,500 associates globally that support over 15,000 client enterprises in more than 100 countries.

What makes Gartner a great place to work?

Our teams are composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations. We believe that a diversity of experiences makes us stronger—as individuals, as communities and as an organization. That’s why we're recognized worldwide as a great place to work year after year. We've been recognized by Fortune as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies, named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index and a Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion by the Disability Equality Index. Looking for a place to turn your big ideas into reality? Join #LifeAtGartner

What we offer:

Our people are our most valuable asset, so we invest in them from Day 1. When you join our team, you’ll have access to a vast array of benefits to help you live your life well. These resources are designed to support your physical, financial and emotional well-being. We encourage continued personal and professional growth through ongoing learning and development opportunities. Our employee resource groups, charity match and volunteer programs keep you connected to your internal Gartner community and causes that matter to you.

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