Large Enterprise Account Executive - Net New - Middle East (riyadh, Ksa)

Workday

Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
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Not specified (assumed onsite in riyadh)
5+ years selling saas erp hcm solutions
Experience closing deals with c-level executives
Proven track record in emerging middle east markets
Workday is seeking a Large Enterprise Account Executive to help establish their presence in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, focusing on selling their AI platform solutions to new customers. The role requires substantial sales experience, particularly in the Middle East region, and emphasizes collaboration, integrity, and a customer-centric approach

Job Summary

  • This role offers a career-defining opportunity to establish Workday's market presence as one of the first Account Executives in Riyadh.
  • You will guide large enterprise customers in transitioning from legacy platforms to Workday's AI platform for people, money, and agents.
  • The position requires negotiating deals with C-Suite executives while maintaining accurate pipeline data and forecasting for the region.

Matching Summary

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Workday is seeking a Large Enterprise Account Executive to help establish their presence in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, focusing on selling their AI platform solutions to new customers. The role requires substantial sales experience, particularly in the Middle East region, and emphasizes collaboration, integrity, and a customer-centric approach.

Salary

Not specified; Not specified; Not specified

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 5+ years selling SaaS ERP HCM solutions
  • Experience closing deals with C-level executives
  • Proven track record in emerging Middle East markets
  • Field sales experience managing long deal cycles
  • Ability to build pipeline from scratch

Nice-to-have

  • Proficiency in Arabic language
  • Understanding of competitive landscape trends
  • Strong cultural fit with integrity and empathy values
  • Experience launching new regional offices
  • Collaboration with pre-sales and value teams

Key Requirements

  • 5+ years field sales experience
  • SaaS/Cloud ERP/HCM sales background
  • C-level executive negotiation skills
  • Based in KSA preferred
  • Arabic proficiency is a strong asset

Work Rights

Preference given to candidates already based in KSA

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