Large Enterprise Account Executive - Net New - Middle East (riyadh, Ksa)
Workday
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia
Not specified; not specified; not specified
Not specified (likely on-site due to the new office opening in riyadh).
5+ years selling saas erp hcm solutions
Experience closing deals with c-level executives
Proven track record in middle east emerging markets
Workday is seeking an experienced Large Enterprise Account Executive for its new office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves driving new customer growth by transitioning clients to Workday's enterprise AI platform, requiring a blend of strategic selling and relationship management
Job Summary
This role offers a career-defining opportunity to be one of the first Account Executives for Workday in Riyadh as they open a new office.
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 and service forecast data.
Matching Summary
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Workday is seeking an experienced Large Enterprise Account Executive for its new office in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves driving new customer growth by transitioning clients to Workday's enterprise AI platform, requiring a blend of strategic selling and relationship management.
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 Middle East emerging markets
Field sales experience managing long deal cycles
Strategic account planning and pipeline management
Nice-to-have
Proficiency in Arabic language
Understanding of competitive landscape trends
Ability to build trust with executive leadership
Collaborative team player with integrity
Experience launching new market offices
Key Requirements
5+ years field sales experience in SaaS/Cloud ERP/HCM
5+ years collaborating with pre-sales and internal teams
Significant sales experience specifically in KSA/Middle East region
Validated ability to build pipeline and close deals in emerging markets
Work Rights
Preference given to candidates already based in KSA