Sales Associate, Germany

Cohesity is the leader in AI-powered data security. Over 13,600 enterprise customers, including over 85 of the Fortune 100 and nearly 70% of the Global 500, rely on Cohesity to strengthen their resilience while providing Gen AI insights into their vast amounts of data. Formed from the combination of Cohesity with Veritas’ enterprise data protection business, the company’s solutions secure and protect data on-premises, in the cloud, and at the edge. Backed by NVIDIA, IBM, HPE, Cisco, AWS, Google Cloud, and others, Cohesity is headquartered in Santa Clara, CA, with offices around the globe.   We’ve been named a Leader by multiple analyst firms and have been globally recognized for Innovation, Product Strength, and Simplicity in Design , and our culture.  Want to join the leader in AI-powered data security?  The Sales Associate plays a key role in driving awareness and the adoption of Cohesity’s solutions. This foundational role is well-suited for individuals passionate about starting a career in sales and making an impact. The role is focused on identifying new business opportunities and supporting pipeline development, while working closely with the sales team in a fast-paced, competitive environment. The ideal candidate is ambitious, collaborative, and results-driven, with a proven track record of success.  HOW YOU'LL SPEND YOUR TIME HERE: Partner with Account Executives and Sales Leadership to align activities with district priorities, contribute to pipeline generation, and support programs associated with install-base expansion   Identify key decision makers within current install base and leverage tools such as HG Insights, Marketo, 6Sense, ZoomInfo, Outreach and LinkedIn to drive engagement.    Develop and execute multi-touch outreach sequences (phone, email, LinkedIn, etc.) with customized messaging to boost response rates and increase internal opportunity stages.   Conduct discovery calls within current install base and open opportunities to land and expand business.   Be embedded with a specific district/area and maintain shared accountability for performance, campaigns, partner programs, and quota achievement.   Drive penetration into the Top 100 underpenetrated accounts through partner alignment, competitive footprint analysis, persona-based ABM planning, and execution.   Achieve or exceed quarterly quotas by contributing to pipeline growth, executing go-to-market strategies, and increasing sales productivity (weekly, monthly, quarterly) in alignment with district objectives.   Develop in-depth knowledge of Cohesity’s platform, solutions, partner programs, industry trends, and competitive landscape to tailor outreach and articulate value.   Collaborate with sales leadership to refine outreach strategies, lead qualification processes, and messaging based on prospect feedback and market insights.   Mentor and support SDR peers through best-practice sharing, training, and role plays.   WE'D LOVE TO TALK TO YOU IF YOU HAVE MANY OF THE FOLLOWING: Proficient in using CRM systems and prospecting tools.  Skilled in researching target accounts, conducting cold outreach, navigating organizational structures, and leveraging creative approaches to reach key stakeholders.  Able to go beyond basic lead screening to uncover deeper pain points and buying signals  Excellent written and verbal communication skills.  Coachable and eager to apply feedback to improve performance.  Resilient and adaptable, with the ability to quickly recover from setbacks.  Strong work ethic with a track record of exceeding goals and striving for continuous improvement.  Collaborative and team-oriented, with a willingness to share best practices and support peers.  Highly driven and self-motivated, with a strong focus on personal and professional development.  Capable of managing multiple priorities in a fast-paced, professional environment.  College or bachelor’s degree.  Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support decision making. 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In-Office Expectations Cohesity employees who are within a reasonable commute (e.g. within a forty-five (45) minute average travel time) work out of our core offices 2-3 days a week of their choosing.