Strategic Accounts Sr Manager

Strategic Accounts Sr Manager

At Dover Fueling Solutions (DFS), we are taking fueling and convenience retail to the next level. We are passionate about cultivating excellence in everything we do, but what really fuels us is our people. They're the heart of our company. As an employee, our promise to you is that you'll work on new and innovative products and solutions, be mentored by managers and teammates who are collaborative, caring, and act with integrity, and have the opportunity to grow in ways that are meaningful to you. Unique and interesting projects both locally and globally will challenge you and allow you to pursue different and rewarding career paths.

DFS is part of a legacy of leadership that spans back generations, made up of some of the most trusted, leading-edge brands in the industry. As part of Dover Corporation and with our talented, innovative, outstanding people, we are doing great things and redefining what is possible in fueling and convenience retail. Providing advanced fuel-dispensing equipment, including clean energy solutions, systems and payment, automatic tank gauging and wet stock-management solutions, DFS comprises the product brands of Wayne Fueling Systems, OPW Fuel Management Systems, ClearView, Tokheim, ProGauge, Fairbanks, LIQAL, AvaLAN, and Bulloch Technologies. Headquartered in Austin, TX, DFS has a significant technology development and manufacturing presence worldwide, including facilities in Brazil, China, India, Italy, Poland, the Netherlands, the United Kingdom and the United States.

Position Summary

DFS is seeking an experienced and results-driven Sr. Manager of Strategic Accounts to lead the development, implementation, and execution of a go-to-market sales strategy aimed at driving new growth with strategic accounts. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise in B2B sales, particularly with large global customers, and have a strong ability to navigate complex enterprise accounts. This role requires a high level of creativity, entrepreneurial thinking, and commercial acumen to achieve sales goals and contribute to the overall success of the company.

Position Responsibilities

• Go-to-Market Strategy : Develop, implement, and execute a go-to-market Sales strategy that focuses on new growth with Strategic Accounts.
• Business Development : Lead business development initiatives to expand market share, including the creation and execution of customized commercial offers that meet the specific needs of large enterprise customers.
• Sales Cycle Management : Manage the entire sales cycle, from lead generation and prospecting to account management and retention, ensuring a seamless and effective sales process.
• Sales Performance : Consistently attain or exceed identified monthly, quarterly, and yearly sales volume goals through proactive account management and strategic selling.
• Commercial Negotiations : Lead complex commercial and contractual negotiations with large global customers, driving, shaping, and executing major commercial deals that deliver significant value to both the customer and the company.
• Customer Relationship Management : Build and maintain strong, lasting partnerships with strategic customers, understanding their core needs and helping them achieve their business objectives.
• Product and Market Expertise : Maintain a strong understanding of company products and services, leveraging this knowledge to drive market share and competitive advantage.
• Competitive Positioning : Assess market segments, channels, value propositions, and competitive differentiation to ensure the strongest possible positioning in the market.
• Market Analysis and Reporting : Continuously evaluate and report on the current marketplace, including channel partners and end-users, to identify new opportunities and inform strategic decision-making.
• Business Planning : Prepare and submit detailed annual and quarterly business plans, aligning them with overall company goals and ensuring they are actionable and results oriented.
• Innovation and Creativity : Apply a wide degree of creativity, entrepreneurial ideation, and innovative thinking to identify and capitalize on new business opportunities.
• Cross-functional Collaboration : Work closely with internal teams, including marketing, product development, and customer support, to deliver exceptional service and support to strategic accounts.

Required Qualifications