CONNECT Platform Account Manager

AVEVA is a global leader in industrial software. Our cutting-edge solutions are used by thousands of enterprises to deliver the essentials of life – such as energy, infrastructure, chemicals and minerals – safely, efficiently and more sustainably.We’re the first software business in the world to have our sustainability targets validated by the SBTi, and we’ve been recognized for the transparency and ambition of our commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion. We’ve also recently been named as one of the world’s most innovative companies.If you’re a curious and collaborative person who wants to make a big impact through technology, then we want to hear from you Find out more at .For more information about our privacy policy and how to manage cookies, visit our .Role Title: CONNECT Platform ManagerLocation: Germany - FrankfurtReports To: Director, CONNECT Platform, EMEADepartment: Commercial Job Purpose:The CONNECT Platform Manager is a high-impact, revenue-driving role at the forefront of AVEVA’s most strategic growth initiative: the CONNECT Platform. As an integral part of this CONNECT commercial team, you won’t just sell—you’ll help define how we bring this platform to market. You’ll be responsible for building and executing a winning sales strategy that delivers measurable customer value and drives ARR growth.This is a role for a results-oriented enterprise seller who thrives in fast-moving environments. You bring the full spectrum of enterprise sales skills—strategic prospecting, value-based selling, and deal closing—paired with a strong ability to grow accounts through stakeholder enablement and platform adoption. This role goes beyond achieving sales targets; it's about building long-term customer value, expanding product adoption, and accelerating AVEVA’s next wave of growth. Your insights will directly influence our sales motion, customer playbooks, and broader go-to-market strategy.Principle Accountabilities:Enterprise Selling & Commercial ExecutionOwn commercial outcomes—including pipeline generation, opportunity progression, and ARR achievement—for a portfolio of target accountsIdentify and qualify use-case-driven opportunities for CONNECT platform products, using a consultative, MEDDPICC-informed sales processEngage technical and business stakeholders (often VP+ and cross-functional) to build strong buying coalitionsDrive and close new SaaS/Cloud platform deals, with a focus on land-and-expand strategiesNegotiate commercial terms in alignment with value delivered, usage patterns, and strategic fitPlatform Adoption & Value RealizationSupport onboarding and deployment strategies to accelerate time-to-valueDevelop usage and expansion plans in partnership with customers and internal teamsMonitor usage trends, identify adoption gaps, and proactively address riskInfluence post-sale expansion by championing new use cases and capabilitiesServe as a customer advocate internally to shape roadmap, pricing, and supportStrategic Feedback & GTM IterationCapture and share customer insights to improve CONNECT product-market fit and GTM messagingInform commercial model, onboarding approaches, and playbooks for future scaleCollaborate closely with product, marketing, customer success, partnerships, sales enablement, and regional sales teamsExperience:5+ years in enterprise B2B SaaS or Cloud software roles (e.g., Account Executive, Account Manager, Solution Consultant)Proven track record owning and delivering against ARR targets and closing complex dealsStrong sales acumen, including territory planning, value-based selling, stakeholder mapping, and negotiationExperience working with (or selling into) asset-intensive industries like energy, chemicals, or manufacturing is a plusComfort engaging both technical users and business decision-makersExperience driving product adoption and account growth post-saleFamiliarity with sales methodologies such as MEDDPICC, Challenger, or Command of the MessageProficiency with Salesforce and modern sales/customer success toolsA self-starter who can operate autonomously and influence cross-functional teams