Strategic Account Manager
Check Point Software
Drive expansion and renewals across all solution areas within accounts
Build trusted-advisor relationships with multi-threaded executive contacts
Develop and execute strategic account plans
Drive upsell, cross-sell and whitespace penetration
Minimize churn and maximize retention in assigned accounts
Lead contract and pricing negotiations for renewals and expansions
Orchestrate QBRs and customer success engagements
Use Check Point tools to manage accounts, pipelines and forecast
Coordinate a virtual account team (specialists, SE, etc)
What You'll Need to Succeed
8+ years of B2B sales experience (3+ years in cyber security)
A proven track record of 125%+ net revenue retention and multi-product growth in complex strategic accounts.
Consistent renewal performance above 90% retention.
Confidence building executive-level trusted-advisor relationships that open doors and drive decisions.
Sharp account-planning instincts with the ability to uncover, size, and convert whitespace opportunities.
Strong commercial negotiation skills that protect value, margins, and long-term customer partnerships.
Experience rallying Customer Success, Professional Services, and Support around clear, measurable customer outcomes.
- Must be eligible to work in the US without sponsorship now or in the future
If this sounds like an ideal role for you then why wait? Apply now!
EOE M/F/Veterans/Disabled
The wage range for this position takes into consideration a variety of factors in determining your pay. We'll consider your location, experience, certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The wage disclosure has not been adjusted for applicable geographic differentials associated with the location at which this position may be filled. A reasonable estimate of the current base wage range for this role is $130,800 - $210,000. In addition to the base compensation, certain roles are eligible for additional compensation, including an annual bonus or sales incentive based on revenue or utilization, depending on the terms of the plan and the employee’s role. These awards are allocated based on individual performance. Benefits/perks listed here may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Check Point Software Technologies and the country/state where you work. US-based employees gain access to healthcare benefits, a 401(k) plan and company match, short-term and long-term disability coverage, basic life insurance, stock awards and an employee stock purchasing plan.
Why Join Us
At Check Point, what you do matters. Every day, we protect over 100,000 organizations worldwide from increasingly sophisticated cyber and AI-driven threats, securing their AI transformation.
Our prevention-first approach safeguards hybrid networks, cloud environments, digital workspaces, and AI systems, stopping attacks before they happen.
This is where innovation meets real-world impact. You’ll help customers across industries operate with confidence in a rapidly changing digital world, working alongside smart, curious people who take ownership, challenge assumptions, and solve complex problems.
We’re proud to be recognized by TIME, Newsweek, and Forbes for excellence and workplace culture.
What really sets Check Point apart is the opportunity to grow, contribute, and help companies navigate their AI transformation securely.
If you’re excited to work at the forefront of AI-driven security on a global scale, this is the place to do it.
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Strategic Account Manager - Hyperscale (Virtual, Minnesota, United States)
CommScope
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General Summary
Strategic account management role responsible for driving profitable growth and strengthening relationships across the Microsoft account in the Americas. Serves as the lead for assigned Microsoft organizations, projects, and partner channels within the region, aligning customer priorities with CommScope solutions and global account strategy. Leads the full sales and customer relationship lifecycle to achieve revenue, margin, pipeline, forecast, and strategic growth objectives. Works cross-functionally with the Global Commercial Leader, regional sales teams, product management, engineering, operations, supply chain, finance, legal, and distribution partners. Requires domestic and periodic international travel.
Duties & Responsibilities
• Develop, grow (hunt), and maintain trusted relationships with Microsoft stakeholders across Cloud Operations + Innovation (CO+I), sourcing, engineering, operations, construction, and other assigned organizations in the Americas.
• Execute the Americas account plan in alignment with the global Microsoft strategy, translating strategic priorities into measurable regional sales actions, opportunity plans, and customer engagement activities.
• Own assigned revenue, margin, bookings, pipeline, and forecast objectives; maintain accurate opportunity, activity, and account data in designated CRM and reporting systems.
• Lead execution of the complete sales cycle, including opportunity identification, qualification, solution positioning, proposal development, commercial negotiation, and closure.
• Coordinate with the Global Commercial Leader to ensure consistent account governance, customer messaging, pricing strategy, executive engagement, and escalation management across regions.
• Build and manage a robust opportunity pipeline across data center infrastructure solutions, including structured cabling, fiber, copper, connectivity, panels, conveyance, and related products and services.
• Engage internal CommScope resources as needed to support customer requirements, technical evaluations, new-product introductions, bids, supply planning, and issue resolution.
• Partner with product management and engineering to capture Microsoft requirements, communicate market intelligence, influence roadmaps, and develop differentiated solutions that increase customer value.
• Manage and coordinate direct and indirect channels to market, including distributors, integrators, contractors, and other ecosystem partners supporting Microsoft projects in the Americas.
• Lead commercial coordination for pricing, quotations, lead times, orders, expedites, allocation priorities, compliance requirements, and customer escalations in partnership with internal functions and distribution partners.
• Develop accurate short- and long-range demand forecasts using customer plans, project intelligence, market indicators, and partner inputs; communicate risks, assumptions, and changes proactively.
• Prepare and deliver executive briefings, business reviews, account updates, pipeline reviews, and strategic recommendations to Microsoft and internal leadership.
• Monitor competitive activity, technology trends, customer investment priorities, and regional data center developments; convert insights into actionable growth and defense strategies.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, contract terms, ethical standards, and applicable customer requirements while protecting confidential and commercially sensitive information.
• Support global account initiatives and collaborate with peers in other regions to provide consistent customer experience and seamless execution across multinational programs.
Accountability / Impact
• Americas accountability for assigned Microsoft revenue, margin, bookings, pipeline, forecast accuracy, and strategic growth objectives.
• Influence over purchase decisions: Direct and indirect influence across Microsoft stakeholders, channel partners, consultants, contractors, and internal decision makers.
• Key performance indicators: Revenue and margin attainment, pipeline coverage and conversion, forecast accuracy, strategic initiative execution, relationship strength, customer satisfaction, and new-solution adoption.
• Measures of individual results: Achievement of assigned financial objectives, quality and predictability of account execution, effectiveness of cross-functional leadership, successful resolution of commercial issues, and contribution to global Microsoft account priorities.
• Decision-making impact: Recommends commercial strategy, opportunity prioritization, pricing actions, resource alignment, and escalation paths within established authority and account governance.
Competencies
- Business Insight: Applying knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization's goals.
- Ensures Accountability: Holding self and others accountable to meet commitments.
- Communicates Effectively: Developing and delivery multi-mode communications that convey a clear understanding of the unique needs of different audiences.
- Manages Conflict: Handling conflict situations effectively, with a minimum of noise.
- Builds Networks: Effectively building formal and informal relationship networks inside and outside the organization.
- Instills Trust: Gaining the confidence and trust of others through honesty, integrity, and authenticity.
Required Qualifications for Consideration
- Bachelor’s degree in business, engineering, technology, communications, or a related curriculum.
- Minimum of 7 years of related experience in strategic sales, account management, business development, or data center infrastructure markets.
- Demonstrated success managing a large, complex enterprise or hyperscale customer with multiple stakeholders, buying centers, projects, and partner channels.
- Proven ability to develop account strategies, build qualified pipeline, manage complex sales cycles, negotiate commercial terms, and achieve revenue and margin objectives.
- Exceptional executive communication, presentation, negotiation, relationship-building, and cross-functional leadership skills.
- Strong analytical and business acumen, including forecasting, pipeline management, pricing, margin analysis, and interpretation of customer and market data.
- Ability to manage multiple priorities, operate effectively in a matrixed global organization, and lead through influence without direct authority.
- Proficiency with CRM, Microsoft 365, and standard sales planning and reporting tools.
- Ability to travel throughout the Americas and internationally as business needs require.
Desirable Qualifications Job Specifications
- Master’s degree in business, engineering, technology, or a related field.
- Experience supporting Microsoft, Microsoft CO+I, or another global hyperscale cloud service provider.
- Knowledge of data center design, construction, structured cabling, fiber-optic connectivity, copper solutions, and associated supply-chain or distribution models.
- Experience with global account governance, channel management, long-range planning, and complex customer contracting or compliance requirements.
- Professional sales, strategic account management, or project management certification.
- Portuguese and/or Spanish language capability.
The anticipated salary range for this position is $112,000 to $168,000 annually. The actual salary offered will be determined based on a variety of factors, including the candidate's relevant experience, skills, qualifications, education, and other job-related considerations.
In addition to base salary, this position may be eligible for additional compensation under CommScope's applicable incentive compensation program. CommScope also offers a comprehensive benefits package, which may include health and wellness benefits, retirement benefits, paid time off, and other employee benefits, subject to the terms and eligibility requirements of the applicable plans and programs.
Why CommScope:
CommScope is on a quest to deliver connectivity that empowers how we live, work, and learn. Our employees push the boundaries of communications technology that enables game-changing discoveries like 5G, the Internet of Things, and gigabit speeds for everyone, everywhere. With our unmatched expertise in copper, fiber, and wireless infrastructure, our global clients rely on us to outperform today and be ready for the needs of tomorrow.
If you want to grow your career alongside bright, passionate, and caring people who strive to create what's next…..come connect to your future at CommScope.
CommScope is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO), including people with disabilities and veterans. If you are seeking an accommodation for the application or interview process, please contact us to submit your request at . You can also learn more about CommScope’s accommodation process and EEO policy at
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