In this role, you will be working in Veson Nautical's Data Intelligence division. The Data Intelligence division combines the leading VesselsValue, Q88 and Oceanbolt brands into a World leading suite of online, analytical and regulatory products for the commercial Maritime sector.
The Data Intelligence Business Development Executive is an individual contributor and full cycle sales role, responsible for selling data and insight solutions via an online platform and APIs applications to new prospects across the EMEA region. They will be targeted on new logo subscription clients. We are looking for an engaging regional sales professional to join our EMEA New Business Team.
You will work closely with managers and colleagues who have created, nurtured and grown regions into significant subscription bases within the Data Intelligence brands. You will have cross functional tracks to the Research, Analytics, Marketing, Legal, Development and Support Teams and you will be targeted on your ability to qualify and create new logo opportunities, effectively present Veson solutions and grow the regional Data Intelligence subscription base.
Our clients include the world's leading investors, traders, lenders, shipowners, operators, brokers, regulatory bodies and advisors giving a successful candidate contact and exposure to the top execs in the Maritime Industry.
ResponsibilitiesYou will be responsible for closing subscription agreements and developing the sales pipeline in accordance with targets set by management, specifically:
Building prospect lists and executing on them with the assistance of the lead generation teamAttending industry events and generating leads through networkingQualifying prospects in accordance with sales process, identifying key contacts, estimating closing timeframe and subscription amount and reporting this to managementDevelop sales strategies and targeted phone campaignsProviding feedback to management on the effectiveness of various campaigns or strategiesQualifications3 years+ experience of B2B SaaS market data, data intelligence or software sales, ideally dealing with either shipowners, maritime, banking, financial services or affiliated industry spaces with related products and servicesBusiness level English with fluency in other regional languages welcome!Confident cold calling and lead generation experienceWillingness to travel as and when requiredExperience of negotiating and working closely with C-level client stakeholdersProven consistent sales success in your previous shipping/SaaS sales role(s)Able to thoughtfully and diligently execute a sales process and territory planDemonstrated high rapport building and consultative sales skillsProven ability to aggressively prospect new opportunities from lead generation to closeHighly effective communication skills with the ability to liaise, engage and build relationships with key stakeholders up to senior management/executive levelStrong proficiency and sales experience in computer software and toolsProven ability to proactively address client concerns and exceed client needsA track record of understanding and managing SaaS revenue budgets and targetsOutstanding consulting, presentation, coaching and facilitation skillsDemonstrated planning and organizing skillsDesire to work in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial settingKnowledge of shipbroking or the offshore maritime sector is a bonusWe are focused on building a diverse and inclusive workforce. If you're excited about this role, but do not meet 100% of the qualifications listed above, we encourage you to apply. While we try to be thorough with our job descriptions, not everything about you as a candidate can be condensed into a list of bullet points.
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