Senior Account Executive

Job description

**This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, which manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Senior Account Executive based in Switzerland.** As a Senior Account Executive, you will drive enterprise sales growth and build strategic relationships with airlines worldwide, contributing to a more sustainable and efficient aviation industry. You will own the entire sales cycle, from identifying new opportunities and developing strategic accounts to negotiating complex deals and closing high-value contracts. Working closely with the founding team and cross-functional experts, you will help deliver innovative technology solutions that reduce food waste, operational costs, fuel consumption, and CO₂ emissions. This is a hands-on individual contributor role that combines strategic thinking, proactive pipeline generation, and commercial leadership. You will also mentor junior colleagues and contribute to the continuous improvement of sales processes. Join a fully remote, international, and collaborative environment where your expertise can make a measurable impact on the future of aviation. ### Accountabilities - Own the full enterprise sales cycle, from prospecting and initial engagement to commercial negotiations and contract signature. - Develop and execute strategic account-based sales plans targeting airlines and other relevant enterprise prospects across global markets. - Identify, qualify, and develop new business opportunities while building and maintaining a strong pipeline of high-value deals. - Establish and nurture relationships with executive decision-makers and key stakeholders, navigating complex airline procurement processes and organizational structures. - Lead six- and seven-figure enterprise sales opportunities, manage commercial discussions, and drive opportunities toward successful closure. - Develop stakeholder maps, account plans, and tailored engagement strategies to maximize growth opportunities and strengthen market presence. - Generate new opportunities through industry networking, referrals, strategic partnerships, conferences, and trade shows. - Collaborate with Marketing, Product Management, Customer Success, Implementation, and the founding team to coordinate resources and align solutions with customer needs. - Ensure smooth transitions from sales to implementation and customer success, communicating customer requirements and expectations effectively. - Represent customer and market insights internally to inform product development, commercial strategy, and sales process improvements. - Lead by example in pipeline generation and enterprise sales execution, while mentoring junior sales colleagues and sharing best practices in account management, negotiation, and stakeholder engagement. ### Requirements: - At least 10 years of experience in enterprise B2B sales, including substantial experience selling to airlines or within the aviation industry. - A proven track record of generating qualified pipeline through proactive prospecting and strategic account-based selling. - Demonstrated success selling enterprise software, SaaS, or technology solutions to large, complex organizations, preferably airlines. - Evidence of personally leading and closing enterprise deals with a combined contract value exceeding CHF 3 million, including experience managing six- and seven-figure opportunities. - Strong understanding of airline buying processes, enterprise procurement, stakeholder management, and complex, relationship-driven sales cycles. - Ability to independently manage strategic opportunities, develop commercial strategies, and navigate multiple decision-makers throughout lengthy sales processes. - Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills, supported by strong commercial awareness and business acumen. - A proactive, resilient, and accountable mindset, with the ability to take ownership of sales targets and consistently drive opportunities forward. - A collaborative, team-oriented approach and a genuine interest in coaching and mentoring junior commercial colleagues. - Fluency in English; additional languages are an advantage. - Willingness to travel up to 30% of the year for customer meetings, industry events, conferences, trade shows, and relationship-building activities. - **Strongly preferred:** Direct experience selling SaaS or enterprise software to airlines, an established network within the airline industry, a deep understanding of airline operations and organizational structures, and experience adapting sales strategies to different international markets and business cultures. ### Benefits: - Fully remote working environment, offering the flexibility to work from Romania. - Opportunity to contribute to a meaningful sustainability mission focused on reducing aviation waste, fuel consumption, operating costs, and CO₂ emissions. - Exposure to innovative technology solutions addressing real-world challenges in the global airline industry. - Direct collaboration with company founders and experienced professionals across Sales, Marketing, Product, Customer Success, and Implementation. - An international and diverse team environment spanning multiple countries and encouraging collaboration, creativity, and inclusion. - Opportunities for continuous learning, professional development, and knowledge sharing. - The opportunity to shape enterprise sales strategy, influence commercial processes, and develop long-term relationships with global airline customers. - A hands-on commercial leadership opportunity combining individual sales ownership with mentoring and coaching responsibilities. - Regular opportunities for international travel and direct engagement with airline executives, industry partners, and decision-makers. - A commitment to equal opportunity, inclusion, and a workplace where people from all backgrounds can thrive.