OUR WORK MODEL 

Hybrid: This is a hybrid role, requiring you to work from our Cologne office 2 days per week, with flexibility to work remotely on other days

YOUR ROLE 

As an Account Executive, you will lead the charge in acquiring and growing mid-market customers across the DACH region. This role is pivotal in accelerating Cognism’s growth in the region—delivering value to commercial prospects, collaborating cross-functionally, and exceeding revenue targets in a high-growth SaaS environment

YOUR CHALLENGES & OPPORTUNITIES 

• Own Your Territory – Develop and execute a go-to-market strategy for your Mid-Market territory, working closely with Sales Development to identify, engage, and convert high-potential prospects into new business revenue
• Own the Sales Cycle - Lead end to end sales, from outbound prospecting & strategy to tailored demos and contract negotiation, consistently surpassing mid-market quotas by showcasing Cognism’s value
• Strengthen Cross-Functional Impact - Partner with Sales Development, Marketing, RevOps, Customer Success, and Product teams to create a seamless customer journey and deliver commercial impact
• Champion DACH GTM Strategy - Shape and iterate our go-to-market approach for the DACH mid-market, ensuring relevance, competitiveness, and resonance with prospects
• Coachability & Growth Mindset- Regularly shadow peers, seek feedback, and contribute to a learning-focused culture that continuously raises the bar
• Own Forecasting - Deliver accurate pipeline insights to sales leadership, enabling effective planning and target achievement

OUR EXPECTATIONS 

• Proven SaaS Sales Performance - Minimum 2 years as a quota-carrying AE in a high-performing SaaS sales environment, with a track record of exceeding targets. (Experience selling into Computer Software, Transportation, Hospitality & Tourism, Pharma or similar sectors is a bonus)
• Gravitas & Presentation Skills - Confident communicator who can inspire and influence stakeholders at all levels
• Agile in a Scale-Up - Adaptable, resourceful, and excited by change- ready to contribute in a fast-moving, high-growth environment
• Active Listener - Skilled in uncovering pain points and tailoring your message for maximum resonance
• Collaborative Partner - Comfortable operating cross-functionally and contributing to a broader team mission
• Organised & Accountable - Strong pipeline management and forecasting discipline
• Fluent in German and English - Outstanding verbal and written communication skills

OUR TECH STACK 

• Sales Engagement – Outreach, Gong, or similar platforms
• CRM – Salesforce for pipeline and account management
• Prospecting – Cognism (naturally), LinkedIn Sales Navigator
• Video & Demo Tools – Zoom, Gong, Loom
• Collaboration – Slack