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You Lead the Way. We’ve Got Your Back.With the right backing, people and businesses have the power to progress in incredible ways. When you join Team Amex, you become part of a global and diverse community of colleagues with an unwavering commitment to back our customers, communities and each other. Here, you’ll learn and grow as we help you create a career journey that’s unique and meaningful to you with benefits, programs, and flexibility that support you personally and professionally.At American Express, you’ll be recognized for your contributions, leadership, and impact—every colleague has the opportunity to share in the company’s success. Together, we’ll win as a team, striving to uphold our&nbsp;company values&nbsp;and powerful backing promise to provide the world’s best customer experience every day. And we’ll do it with the utmost integrity, and in an environment where everyone is seen, heard and feels like they belong.Join Team Amex and let's lead the way together.Role ObjectiveTheAccounts Payable (AP) Automation Sales Manager will be responsible for driving sales from prospective clients in partnership with internal partners on all key activities related to the sourcing, qualifying, presenting, and ramping of Accounts Payable software solution deals. The ideal candidate works in tandem with internal partners to drive charge volume through Accounts Payable software solutions. The ideal candidate also engages directly with clients to understand customer needs and leverage product knowledge to deliver innovative business solutions that provide ongoing value to new customers through the American Express business suite of products.Territory includes Dallas and the surrounding area. Candidate needs to reside in or around the territory.&nbsp;Job ResponsibilitiesProspecting<ul><li>Partner with Sales, Marketing, and internal partners on targeted accounts to generate strong pipeline</li><li>Leverage various contact methods such as cold calling or in-person meetings to secure profitable sales through self-generated leads</li><li>All prospecting must be facilitated with integrity, and in accordance with our values, with a focus on profitably delivering solutions commensurate with the prospective client’s needs.</li></ul>Pipeline management<ul><li>Effectively manage a pipeline of prospective AP Automation customers provided by American Express and self-prospect</li><li>Turn leads into prospects (contacts who know you and are willing to share info on available opportunity), follow up with contacts in CRM database, and probe for potential opportunities with the prospects</li></ul>Client solution and delivery<ul><li>Understand customer requirements and jointly develop solution in accordance with customer requests, bring in product specialists to meet with customer, and continue conversations to understand areas for improvement</li><li>Maintain a high level of knowledge and expertise across all AP Automation software offerings as the expert within American Express</li><li>Coach and train Sales teams to effectively identify opportunities and schedule appointments</li><li>Identify opportunities through needs assessment, serving as a consultant to the customer’s business; recommend the best tools to optimize and improve client’s payment processes</li><li>Coordinate internal resources to ensure smooth delivery of the solution and platform, and implementation</li></ul><ul><li>Drive collaboration across internal stakeholders, i.e., product and marketing teams.</li><li>Manage and execute all key phases of the sales process from sourcing to closing</li></ul>Compliance<ul><li>Ensure all aspects of the American Express Code of Conduct, and our Business Conduct policies, standards, and procedures, are adhered to so that we uphold the highest standards in our interactions with our customers and compliantly meet all regulatory requirements</li></ul>Knowledge and SkillsConsultative sellingEffectively identifies client needs to configure solutions that address client requirements and deliver valueInfluence &amp; persuasionUses appropriate interpersonal styles and communication methods to gain acceptance for products and/or servicesDemonstrating valueProactively and consistently demonstrates the value of partnering with American ExpressResults focusDemonstrates a competitive, positive attitude, quickly adapts to different situations, and recovers from setbacksMarket, industry, &amp; product knowledgeUnderstands at a tactical level market/industry key competitors, challenges, terminology, technology, trends, and regulationAttributes<ul><li>High learning agility</li></ul><ul><li>Intellectually curious</li></ul><ul><li>Collaborative and growth mindset</li></ul><ul><li>Personal accountability</li></ul><ul><li>Compliance focused</li></ul>Experience<ul><li>Bachelor's degree preferred</li><li>Minimum of 5 years in a direct client facing role with commercial customers</li><li>Experience partnering with clients across various markets / industries</li><li>Experience in a highly regulated industry</li><li>The ability to understand complex technology and articulate it in simple non-technical terms</li><li>Experience working with 3rd party SAAS partnerships to assist with lead generation.</li><li>Solid track record of working with sales process engineering and complex business processes</li><li>Demonstrated ability to work with teams</li><li>Strong working knowledge of AP and ERP solutions and software</li><li>Deep understanding of the overall Procure to Pay processes</li><li>Proficient in discussing and selling in our full AP Automation product suite</li><li>Ability to thrive in highly fluid environments, where technology and processes are always transforming</li><li>Ability to bring along peered stakeholders in an organization from C level to Accounts payable clerk</li><li>Ability to quickly make decisions and drive results in a dynamic and ever-changing environment</li><li>Creative problem-solving skills with track record of overcoming objections to drive growth</li><li>Understanding of risk management decisions and processes</li><li>Ability to lead informally, collaborate and build relationships within and across all levels of the organization (i.e., Product, Marketing, Servicing, Risk, Sales, etc.)</li></ul><ul><li>Strong communication and presentation skills, with the ability to tailor a message to a diverse set of audiences (customer, colleague, business partners, leadership)</li><li>Excels at prioritizing multiple tasks, developing daily, weekly, and monthly call strategies</li><li>Availability to travel up to 10%</li></ul>Salary Range: $70,000.00 to $125,000.00 annually + sales incentive + benefitsThe above represents the expected salary range for this job requisition. Ultimately, in determining your pay, we’ll consider your location, experience, and other job-related factors.We back our colleagues and their loved ones with benefits and programs that support their holistic well-being. That means we prioritize their physical, financial, and mental health through each stage of life. Benefits include:<ul><li>Competitive base salaries&nbsp;</li><li>Bonus incentives&nbsp;</li><li>6% Company Match on retirement savings plan&nbsp;</li><li>Free financial coaching and financial well-being support&nbsp;</li><li>Comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and disability benefits&nbsp;</li><li>Flexible working model with hybrid, onsite or virtual arrangements depending on role and business need&nbsp;</li><li>20+ weeks paid parental leave for all parents, regardless of gender, offered for pregnancy, adoption or surrogacy&nbsp;</li><li>Free access to global on-site wellness centers staffed with nurses and doctors (depending on location)&nbsp;</li><li>Free and confidential counseling support through our Healthy Minds program&nbsp;</li><li>Career development and training opportunities</li></ul>For a full list of Team Amex benefits, visit our Colleague Benefits Site.American Express is an equal opportunity employer and makes employment decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability status, age, or any other status protected by law.Employment eligibility to work with American Express in the U.S. is required as the company will not pursue visa sponsorship for these positions.We back our colleagues with the support they need to thrive, professionally and personally. That's why we have Amex Flex, our enterprise working model that provides greater flexibility to colleagues while ensuring we preserve the important aspects of our unique in-person culture. Depending on role and business needs, colleagues will either work onsite, in a hybrid model (combination of in-office and virtual days) or fully virtually.US Job Seekers/Employees - Click here to view the “Know Your Rights” poster and the&nbsp;Pay Transparency Policy Statement.If the links do not work, please copy and paste the following URLs in a new browser window:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters&nbsp;to" target="_blank">https://www.dol.gov/agencies/ofccp/posters&nbsp;to</a> access the three posters.

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