Account Executive - Life Sciences (Italy)
Salesforce is hiring an Account Executive - Life Sciences (Italy) in Milan, Italy. Level rates it ; you can apply on Salesforce.
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- The posting mentions AI agents, sales and life sciences among its tools and skills.
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Manage strategic enterprise accounts and drive complex software sales across the life sciences sector in Italy.
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About Salesforce
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The Experience
The Account Executive, Life Sciences role is part of our Sales team, focused on driving growth across strategic accounts in the Pharmaceutical, Biotech, Medical Device, and Diagnostics sectors in Italy. We are looking for an experienced enterprise sales professional who acts as a trusted advisor and General Manager of their territory — building long-term account strategies, engaging C-level executives, and orchestrating cross-functional teams to deliver measurable outcomes for customers.
What You'll Actually Be Doing
Build and manage strategic account plans for a defined set of named Life Sciences accounts across Italy
Lead complex, end-to-end enterprise sales cycles from prospecting through contract signature
Partner with product specialists and solutions architects to design and position the right Salesforce solutions for each customer's digital transformation priorities
Develop and maintain trusted relationships with senior executives and key stakeholders to drive long-term customer success and revenue growth
You're Our Person If...
5+ years of enterprise software sales experience with a consistent track record of exceeding revenue targets
Proven ability to navigate complex sales cycles and engage C-level executives with a consultative approach
Experience selling into Life Sciences accounts (Pharma, Biotech, Medical Devices, or Diagnostics)
Fluent in Italian and English
Even Better If...
Deep knowledge of digital transformation trends and priorities within the Life Sciences industry
Established business and IT networks across the Italian Life Sciences ecosystem
Unleash Your Potential
When you join Salesforce, you’ll be limitless in all areas of your life. Our benefits and resources support you to find balance and be your best, and our AI agents accelerate your impact so you can do your best. Together, we’ll bring the power of Agentforce to organizations of all sizes and deliver amazing experiences that customers love. Apply today to not only shape the future — but to redefine what’s possible — for yourself, for AI, and the world.
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At Salesforce, we believe in equitable compensation practices that reflect the dynamic nature of labor markets across various regions. The typical base salary range for this position is EUR 71.000 to EUR 95,000 annually. Italy CBA (Contratto collettivo nazionale di lavoro del commercio) (01/04/2015 - ) Quadri In addition to the base salary, this position may offer access to a range of additional benefits including an incentive component which is tailored by grade level.How we rate this
Account Executive - Life Sciences (Italy) at Salesforce rates 0 out of 100 for how much of the daily work is AI. That makes it Little AI (AI Level 1 of 4). The level is about AI in the job, not seniority.
Little AI. AI is not part of the work.
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