Commercial Account Manager

About Us: Proofpoint is a global leader in human- and agent-centric cybersecurity. We protect how people, data, and AI agents connect across email, cloud, and collaboration tools. Over 80 of the Fortune 100, 10,000 large enterprises, and millions of smaller organizations trust Proofpoint to stop threats, prevent data loss, and build resilience across their people and AI workflows. Our mission is simple: safeguard the digital world and empower people to work securely and confidently. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people. How We Work: At Proofpoint you’ll be part of a global team that breaks barriers to redefine cybersecurity guided by our BRAVE core values: Bold in how we dream and innovate Responsive to feedback, challenges and opportunities Accountable for results and best in class outcomes Visionary in future focused problem-solving Exceptional in execution and impact The Role We are seeking a tenacious, creative and highly motivated Commercial Account Manager to further develop an assigned region in Benelux. You will be tasked with converting prospects into sales by differentiating from the competition and working with our channel partners to build and grow a joint Proofpoint business. The role will demand interaction with organisations from SME to Mid Enterprise, typically up to CISO level, as well as with technical staff within the security and IT organisation. You will also work closely with the Sales Engineer team, as well as with partners and leverage the power of corporate resources within your account base. You will manage a portfolio of nominated focus accounts, encompassing a mix of white-space and existing customers. Selling the full Proofpoint Platform, while leveraging all internal resources and our ecosystem of partners to enable continued growth of your account portfolio. In this role you will be able to expand the Proofpoint footprint, ensuring your customers are effectively protected from advanced threats and targeted attacks by our award winning Your day-to-day Establish influential business relationships at the executive level within organisations up to 2,500 users (cross-vertical focus) Focus on both hunting for introducing them to the full breadth of our security, compliance and information protection platform. Articulate and promote the company’s value proposition and services to become a trusted advisor within your customer base Collaborate with Sales Engineers to organise and deliver compelling and flawless product demonstrations and Proof-of-Concepts (POCs) where you’re able to articulate value and differentiation Leverage all internal resources, including aligned System Engineers to prepare action-oriented account strategies and plans. Partner with the Customer Success organisation, contributing to Customer Business Reviews Partner with the channel ecosystem to gain access into new accounts Deliver operational excellence, to include forecast accuracy and pipeline generation progression Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Proofpoint’s competitive positioning in the marketplace What You Bring to The Team Proven track record of over-achieving targets, and capacity to leverage channel partnerships. Experienced technology sales professional, ideally you will have sold SaaS solutions to the SME and Mid Enterprise markets in the Benelux region. Growth mindset, desire to continue learning and developing, responds positively to coaching Outstanding written and verbal communication skills and be able to clearly and effectively articulate Proofpoint’s value. Relentless attention to detail and never-give-up attitude with a high level of activity, i.e., customer and partner meetings emphasizing executive value selling (CISO, CIO, CMO, etc.) Ability to establish business relationships at the executive level, and ability to become a trusted client advisor Experience of closing complex opportunities in the range of $100k+ Proven ability to develop a new business pipeline and accurately forecast Ability to coordinate multiple resources to execute complex sales strategies. Ideally you will be familiar with a formal sales playbook methodology e.g. MEDDIC, Challenger, TAS, Command of the Message. Preferably you’ll have experience of using Salesforce (or equivalent CRM tool) Fluent in Dutch required, with excellent English language skill is essential. Any additional languages are a plus. Why Proofpoint Supportive leadership; an inclusive and employee centric culture Award winning and market leading technology We invest in our sales teams, and your career, through world-class leadership & enablement programs Why Proofpoint? At Proofpoint, we believe that an exceptional career experience includes a comprehensive compensation and benefits package. Here are just a few reasons you’ll love working with us: Competitive compensation Comprehensive benefits Career success on your terms Flexible work environment Annual wellness and community outreach days Always on recognition for your contributions Global collaboration and networking opportunities Our Culture: Our culture is rooted in values that inspire belonging, empower purpose and drive success-every day, for everyone. We encourage applications from individuals of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. If you need accommodation during the application or interview process, please reach out to accessibility@proofpoint.com. How to Apply Interested? Submit your application along with any supporting information- we can’t wait to hear from you! Proofpoint has been honored with six Best Places to Work Awards in 2024 by workplace culture leader Comparably, including Best Company Career Growth, Best Company Outlook, Best Global Culture, Best Engineering Teams, Best Sales Teams, and Best HR Teams. We are the leader in human-centric cybersecurity. Half a million customers, including 87 of the Fortune 100, rely on Proofpoint to protect their organizations. We’re driven by a mission to stay ahead of bad actors and safeguard the digital world. Join us in our pursuit to defend data and protect people. Our BRAVE Values: At Proofpoint, we are BRAVE in everything we do, and our values aren’t just words—they shape how we work, collaborate, and grow. We seek people who are bold enough to challenge the status quo, responsive in the face of ever-evolving threats, and accountable for delivering real impact. We value those with a visionary mindset who anticipate what’s next and push cybersecurity forward, and we celebrate exceptional execution that ensures we continue to defend data and protect people. Proofpoint is an equal opportunity employer, we hire without consideration to race, religion, creed, color, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status or disability. Find your network, your allies, and your biggest fans. We know that work is simply better when you’re surrounded by people who inspire you—who share ideas, cheer you on, and genuinely want to see you succeed. That’s why we offer social circles, sponsored networks, and connection points across teams and time zones—to help you find your people, build your community, and thrive together. This isn’t just a job—it’s a mission to protect people and defend data in a world that never slows down. We’re building the future of human-centric cybersecurity, and that future belongs to all of us. We take ownership, move fast, and hold ourselves accountable—because that’s what it takes to stay ahead. And we do it together, winning as one. Be empowered to reach your full potential through meaningful challenges and personalized support—designed around you and your goals. Whether you're growing as a leader or leveling up from great to exceptional as an individual contributor, we’re here to help you get there.