Description As we rapidly grow our business AWS is seeking a world-class professional for the role of Head of Benelux to lead our Small and Medium Business (SMB) segment in Benelux/Nordics. AWS is one of Amazon’s fastest growing businesses, servicing customers in more than 190 countries. This role will help the largest organizations in these sectors to use cloud technology to accelerate their hyper growth by building new innovative businesses on AWS. We are looking for a senior professional with a background in leading highly effective teams and experience in the relevant ecosystem of banking, finance etc. You will be actively contributing to the strategy and operations of the segment. We see you being a hands-on and Change Leader who can drive a sense of urgency in supporting your team and leading your customers. You will facilitate customer interaction and provide help in delivering results with current and new customers. You will collaborate across multiple functions as the role will operate as part of the broader SMB segment team which consists of Account Management, Business Development, Solution Architecture, Partner and Marketing etc. You should be a self-starter with entrepreneurial spirit who is motivated by supporting organizations to rapidly develop the capability to drive digital transformation, optimize their use of AWS technologies, and to collaborate with services and ISV Partners. You thrive in a fast-paced environment, love to execute against ambitious goals and have a passion for technology. As the Head of SMB for Benelux you will have the exciting opportunity to help drive the growth and shape the future of an emerging technology. Your responsibilities will include building and managing a highly talented sales team focused on driving adoption and market penetration. This also requires knowledge of the key ISVs and Consulting Partners in each of these business areas of the domain and the ability to pick the right one to take to the customers. Hyper growth verticals also bring the nuances of complex deals. All these require extensive negotiation skills and have complex cycles. In each of these, the trend is that COO/CIO/CTO has personally driven the conversation and as such requires experienced negotiations that span regulatory, compliance, technology and business needs. AWS Global Sales drives adoption of the AWS cloud worldwide, enabling customers of all sizes to innovate and expand in the cloud. Our team empowers every customer to grow by providing tailored service, unmatched technology, and unwavering support. We dive deep to understand each customer's unique challenges, then craft innovative solutions that accelerate their success. This customer-first approach is how we built the world's most adopted cloud. Join us and help us grow. Key job responsibilities Each SMB customer come with their own unique needs. There is also the added complexity of understanding the various sales motions like Sell-To, Sell-through etc. The engagement scope is widely increased as a result, well beyond the CIO/CTO. This demands a high degree of operational rigor and excellence. • Drive revenue and market share in the sub-segment • Meet or exceed quarterly revenue targets • Establish trusted executive relationship • Owning all commercial constructs and driving cross functional teams to deliver large and complex deals. Working closely with regulators • Support Customers migrate to the cloud, innovate at scale, drive digital transformation and drive a DevOps approach • Develop and execute comprehensive business plan • Build and manage the enterprise team. Actively coach your team to articulate the compelling value propositions around AWS and Amazon • Facilitate long-term relationships with key accounts on C-Level • Help scale the business by working with internal and external stakeholders • Supporting the SMB Segment Leader in leadership meetings and management reporting • Act as a role model, embracing the Amazon Culture About the team Diverse Experiences AWS values diverse experiences. Even if you do not meet all of the preferred qualifications and skills listed in the job description, we encourage candidates to apply. If your career is just starting, hasn’t followed a traditional path, or includes alternative experiences, don’t let it stop you from applying. Why AWS? Amazon Web Services (AWS) is the world’s most comprehensive and broadly adopted cloud platform. We pioneered cloud computing and never stopped innovating — that’s why customers from the most successful startups to Global 500 companies trust our robust suite of products and services to power their businesses. Inclusive Team Culture AWS values curiosity and connection. Our employee-led and company-sponsored affinity groups promote inclusion and empower our people to take pride in what makes us unique. Our inclusion events foster stronger, more collaborative teams. Our continual innovation is fueled by the bold ideas, fresh perspectives, and passionate voices our teams bring to everything we do. Mentorship & Career Growth We’re continuously raising our performance bar as we strive to become Earth’s Best Employer. That’s why you’ll find endless knowledge-sharing, mentorship and other career-advancing resources here to help you develop into a better-rounded professional. Work/Life Balance We value work-life harmony. Achieving success at work should never come at the expense of sacrifices at home, which is why we strive for flexibility as part of our working culture. When we feel supported in the workplace and at home, there’s nothing we can’t achieve. Basic Qualifications • Deep technology related sales or business development experience with Small and Medium sized enterprises • Experience in technology related sales management or business development experience while working with and influencing CXO level leaders • Strong leadership skills and experience leading a team of sellers focusing on enterprise accounts • A solid understanding of digital transformation and the nature of disruption and a track record of delivering (or influencing, advising senior stakeholders in the delivery of) disruptive digital implementations. Preferred Qualifications •The ideal candidate will possess a technology sales management background that enables them to lead a team of experienced sales representatives with engagements at the CXO level. They should also be a self-starter who is prepared to own, define, develop and execute account plans and consistently deliver on quarterly revenue targets. • Excellent communication skills and executive presence • MBA/MA/MS degree • Experience working with a matrixed team of stakeholders to achieve a common goal Experience using data and trends to articulate business needs • Ability to think and act independently within a fast-paced multi-task driven environment Knowledge and understanding of existing and developing technologies as it relates to cloud computing; understand and identify opportunities for customers Amazon is an equal opportunities employer. We believe passionately that employing a diverse workforce is central to our success. 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