Account Executive - German Speaking
Description
ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE (German speaking)
The Opportunity:
Build and manage a strong pipeline of new business, focusing on our suite of cybersecurity products: Endpoint, Email, SAT, and DLP solutions. Drive lead generation through outbound prospecting, calls, and nurturing relationships with potential customers. You will work closely with marketing to execute targeted campaigns, create pricing structures, and generate growth in your region whilst also focussing on NEW logo acquisition, hitting monthly, quarterly, and yearly sales KPIs. Own your sales forecast and ensure your Salesforce CRM is updated with accurate data and activity. Stay on top of trends in the cybersecurity industry, learn about our products, and understand the competitive landscape. Conduct product demos to display the value of our cybersecurity solutions to new customers and collaborate with channel partners to maximize new business opportunities and create synergy.
Key Responsibilities:
- Outbound sales experience. Previous BDR or phone sales experience is a big plus!
- A self-starter who’s energized by the prospect of driving NEW business and exceeding sales targets.
- Strong phone skills, with a focus on connecting with potential customers and opening new doors.
- Highly motivated, enthusiastic, and eager to learn and grow within a fast-paced industry.
- Excellent communication skills, both on the phone and in writing. You know how to engage, persuade, and build relationships.
- Experience with Salesforce or similar CRM tools is helpful.
- A basic understanding of IT security, or a strong willingness to learn and adapt quickly.
- Comfortable using Microsoft Excel and other Office tools.
- Fluent German is required
Job Qualifications:
Are you full of energy, drive, and ambition? Maybe you’ve been a BDR, a phone-based sales rep, or have just worked in sales and are now ready for your next big challenge? If you’re eager to dive into the world of cybersecurity, bring a high level of hustle, and focus on generating NEW business—then we want to hear from you! We’re looking for an enthusiastic and results-driven individual to join our sales team and help us grow our pipeline. This role is all about new business—bringing in fresh customers to our cybersecurity solutions, with some involvement in channel and partner relationships. If you’ve got 2+ years of sales experience and a passion for learning, this is your chance to make a real impact!
About Brand
VIPRE Security Group, part of Ziff Davis Inc. (NASDAQ: ZD), is an award-winning global cybersecurity, privacy and data protection company. VIPRE Security Group is a global organization that protects millions of consumers and businesses including some very well-known brands. Backed by cutting-edge machine learning, one of the world’s largest threat intelligence clouds and real-time behaviour monitoring, the VIPRE Security Group delivers unmatched protection against today’s most aggressive threats.
About Ziff Davis
Ziff Davis (NASDAQ: ZD) is a vertically focused digital media and internet company whose portfolio includes leading brands in technology, shopping, gaming and entertainment, connectivity, health, cybersecurity, and martech. Today, Ziff Davis is focused on seven key verticals – Technology, Connectivity, Shopping, Entertainment, Health & Wellness, Cybersecurity and Marketing Technology. Its brands include IGN, Mashable, RetailMeNot, PCMag, Humble Bundle, Spiceworks, Ookla (Speedtest), RootMetrics, Everyday Health, BabyCenter, Moz, iContact and Vipre Security.
Our Benefits
Vipre Security Group offers competitive salaries in addition to robust, health and wellness-focused benefits. We are committed to work-life balance with paid time off when you need it.
At Ziff Davis, we remain dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to succeed. We offer Employee Resource Groups, company-sponsored events, and regular opportunities for professional growth through educational support, mentorship programs, and career development resources. Our employees are recognized and celebrated through employee engagement programs and recognition awards.
If you're seeking a dynamic and collaborative work environment where you can see the direct impact of your performance and thrive both personally and professionally, then Vipre Security Group is the place for you.
Compensation Range
Ziff Davis provides a range for the base pay. Factors that may be used to determine your actual pay may include your specific job related knowledge, skills, experience, and geographic location. Individual pay within the compensation range for this business unit specific role is determined based on a variety of factors including experience, scope of the role, capabilities to perform the role, education and training, as well as business and company performance.
Ziff Davis is an Equal Opportunity Employer. At Ziff Davis, Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) has always been about fairness, equal opportunity, and belonging. DEI enables us to attract and retain the best talent, regardless of background or circumstances, while enabling our thousands of employees worldwide to thrive.
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