Account Executive - Automotive

Celonis is the global leader in Process Intelligence and the pioneer of Process Mining technology. As one of the world’s fastest-growing enterprise SaaS companies, we are changemakers pushing the boundaries of what’s possible. We invest heavily in advanced AI capabilities—specifically our Process Intelligence Graph—to turn data insights into immediate business action. We believe there is a massive opportunity to unlock global productivity and sustainability by placing intelligence at the core of every business process. Join our mission to make processes work for people, companies, and the planet. The Team: We’re seeking a dynamic Account Executive to join our North America Enterprise Sales Team. This role focuses on landing strategic accounts in the Automotive industry. Reporting to the Sales Director of Automotive, you’ll have the opportunity to work with world-class products, proven sales strategies, and a collaborative network of value engineers and business development representatives. The Role: The primary objective is to land net-new Automotive customers in the Fortune 2000. As an Account Executive specializing in new business sales, this role is integral to our strategy for expanding market share in our top accounts. Key responsibilities include: The work you’ll do: Drive New Business: Identify and develop new opportunities within a defined territory, targeting enterprise accounts to secure new logos. Own the Sales Cycle: Manage the entire sales process—from prospecting and qualification to closing six-figure deals. Engage Strategic Stakeholders: Build relationships across multiple lines of business, engaging with C-level executives, operational leaders, and key decision-makers. Deliver Tailored Solutions: Develop a deep understanding of customer needs and demonstrate how Celonis’ solutions can solve their strategic and operational challenges. Showcase Value: Present use-case-specific pitches and demos, independently or in collaboration with Value Engineers, to highlight the measurable impact of Celonis solutions. Collaborate with Partners: Work closely with Big 4 consulting firms, SaaS providers, and industry partners to enhance the value proposition for your prospects. Leverage Team Support: Partner with your virtual team, including business development representatives, pre-sales, customer success, marketing managers, and partner managers, to drive success. The qualifications you need: