Sr. SAP Cloud ERP Sales Specialist - South

We help the world run better
At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

THE TEAM & OUR MISSION

SAP has done an amazing job driving cloud adoption and closing deals that have had a significant impact on organizations in the marketplace. We create clear paths for customers in their cloud transformation journey, across all industries, in every market unit. We are all-in with SAP Cloud ERP in SAP North America and we are excited for our continued success.

SAP Public Cloud is leading the market's Cloud Transformation, helping organizations move fast and innovate with a ready-to-run solution. Be a part of the team which keeps innovation moving while enabling the customer to stay ahead of the competition!

ABOUT YOU

You have an in-depth understanding of specific SAP solutions, relative to functionality, business value, competitive positioning in the market, and in relation to SAP's full solution suite and overall product strategy. You are proactive in your manner; not simply asking how you can help, but leading from the front with passion, creativity and playing a vital part in the sales engagement. You understand the complexities within the buying cycle, lead with consultative solution / advisor demeanor when navigating customer conversation.

The Sr. SAP Cloud ERP Sales Specialist will be familiar with, and comfortable working in, a highly matrixed environment, partnering effectively with Sales, Center of Excellence (COE), Customer Success (services, adoption, consumption, etc.), Value Add Team (VAT), Alliance Partners, and the Customer. The Sr. SAP Cloud ERP Sales Specialist core responsibilities include, but not limited to:

• Responsibility for revenue target
• Net New Customer growth
• Funnel Growth (new demand/pipeline)
• A subject matter expert responsible for advocating into the field and market

THE ROLE & OPPORTUNITY

The Sr. SAP Cloud ERP Sales Specialist is responsible for driving sales and will participate in the development of pipeline, sales enablement strategy, and execution of individual revenue targets and customer-specific outcomes (part of the NA budget/ objectives). This role is the execution of the Line of Business (LOB) operating model and Go-To-Market (GTM) strategy.

Additionally, the Sr. SAP Cloud ERP Sales Specialist is an extension of the Global team pertaining to the execution of the LOB operating model and GTM strategy. The Sr. SAP Cloud ERP Sales Specialist collaborates with other stakeholders focused on cross-brand LOB strategy, execution across all GTM segments. Individual contribution and leadership relative to creating, driving sales, and providing subject matter expertise throughout the entire sales cycle. Contribution will be measured on net new pipeline, sales, consumption, adoption, and renewals. Will be responsible for providing accurate weekly information regarding forecast reporting, ensuring accurate sales engagement detail and system hygiene. This is a critical role collaborating with the market unit field sales organization, against an accelerated timeline, to lead, drive, and enable additional sellers with an understanding of SAP's Public Cloud solution and how to position it effectively in the marketplace.

EXPECTATIONS AND TASKS:

LEAD & INSPIRE

Territory and Account Leadership - Lead designated territory, including accounts, account relationships, prospect profiling, and sales cycles.

Strategy - Develop effective and specific strategic account plans to ensure revenue target delivery and sustainable growth

Set vision and strategy for the sales team; develop specific MU sales plans to ensure growth in all measurable revenue streams

Conduct account and opportunity reviews with leadership

Trusted advisor - Establishes strong relationships based on knowledge of customer requirements and commitment to value

Annual Revenue - Exceed quarterly and annual individual revenue targets

Thought leadership - Create, drive, and accelerate enablement of wider SAP sales team in collaboration with Sales & Learning, MU resources etc.

Work collaboratively with extended sales teams – Industry, LOB, Marketing, Development, SAP Cloud ERP Center of Excellence, etc.

CULTIVATE & GROW

Ensure account teams and Alliance Partners are well versed in each account's strategy and well positioned for all customer touch points and events

Builds a network of executive relationships with internal stakeholders that can be leveraged

Builds a foundation on which to harvest future business opportunities and accurate account information and coaching

Develop and deliver comprehensive business plan to address customer and prospects priorities and pain points

Demand Generation, Pipeline and Opportunity Management

Follow a disciplined approach to maintaining a rolling pipeline (R4Q). Maintain 4x funnel coverage to accelerate deal progression, and maintain out quarter objectives

Leverage support organizations including Marketing, inside sales, Alliance Partners to drive net new opportunities

Orchestrate resources: deploy appropriate teams to execute winning sales

Maintain CRM system with accurate customer and pipeline information

ANALYZE & INNOVATE

Customer Acumen - Actively understand each customer's technology footprint, strategic growth plans, technology strategy and competitive landscape

Leverage SAP Solutions to innovate throughout the customer journey

Maintain whitespace analysis and execution of initiatives on customer base

Define ideal customer profiles and account lists – across all segments

Maintain a close understanding and appreciation of competitive solutions and support the team in competitive situations

Tight collaboration with internal stakeholders to drive adoption & consumption, ultimately having every customer referenceable

Utilize Value Engineering, benchmarking and ROI data to support the customer's decision process

Review public information (e.g., new executive appointments, earnings statements, press releases) for the company and its competitors to remain updated on key industry trends and issues impacting the prospect

Understand SAP's competition and effectively position solutions against them

YOUR PROFILE

Prior experience with software/IT organizations and with a demonstrated proficiency in Enterprise and/or LOB software solutions through Solution Management, Sales, Presales, Consulting, or Business Development roles

SAP product experience and/or extensive software sales experience in Cloud offerings

Working knowledge of cloud, Hosted Services, SaaS/ PaaS models, and cloud-based commerce/ business networks

Leverage a professional network resulting in market, pipeline, and revenue growth for SAP.

Can leverage industry-expertise throughout sales cycle, connecting with customer with shared industry language.

Fluency in English or any other language is an asset. Fluency in the language of local markets is desirable.

Education bachelor's degree (or equivalent) required, MBA or equivalent degree required from an accredited university preferred.

We help the world run better
At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

​
We win with inclusion
SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.

SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: [email protected].

For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the , according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements.

SAP believes the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step toward demonstrating SAP’s commitment to pay equity. SAP provides the hourly base salary rate range applicable for the posted role. The targeted range for this position is 137,300-294,000 USD. The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidates will be within that range, dependent upon the key aspects of each case which may include education, skills, experience, scope of the role, location, etc. as determined through the selection process. SAP offers limited benefits for employees hired into hourly or like roles subject to appliable plan/policy terms. A summary of benefits and eligibility requirements can be found by clicking this link: .

Due to the nature of the role, which involves global interactions with SAP entities, as well as with employees and stakeholders in Canada, functional proficiency in English is required for positions based in the Quebec.

AI Usage in the Recruitment Process

For information on the responsible use of AI in our recruitment process, please refer to our .

Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.

Additional Locations:

​