Account Executive, AEC
Position Overview
Autodesk is seeking a high-performing Account Executive, AEC to drive business growth across our regional customer base in Japan. In this role, you will be responsible for developing and expanding relationships with Architecture, Engineering, and Construction (AEC) customers, helping them achieve their business and digital transformation objectives through Autodesk solutions.
As a field-based sales professional, you will own a portfolio of accounts and be responsible for generating growth through strategic account planning, new business development, upselling, cross-selling, and customer expansion initiatives.
You will collaborate closely with Technical Sales Specialists, Customer Success, Marketing, Consulting, and Channel teams to deliver business value and accelerate customer adoption of Autodesk technologies, including BIM and cloud-based solutions.This position reports directly to the Director, Regional Sales, AEC and operates within Autodesk's hybrid work environment.
Responsibilities
Develop and execute strategic account plans to drive revenue growth and customer success within assigned AEC accounts
Achieve and exceed annual sales targets through new business acquisition, upselling, cross-selling, and renewal expansion opportunities
Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders, decision-makers, and executive sponsors within customer organizations
Promote and accelerate adoption of BIM, digital transformation initiatives, and Autodesk's Design and Make platform
Understand customer business challenges and position Autodesk solutions to deliver measurable business outcomes
Maintain a healthy sales pipeline and provide accurate forecasting through effective opportunity management
Lead complex sales cycles involving multiple stakeholders and solution areas
Collaborate with Technical Sales, Customer Success, Marketing, Consulting, and Partner teams to develop and execute customer engagement strategies
Stay informed about industry trends, competitive developments, and emerging technologies within the AEC sector
Minimum Qualifications
5+ years of successful direct sales experience in enterprise or solution-based selling
Experience selling to customers within the Architecture, Engineering, Construction, or Civil Infrastructure industries
Proven track record of consistently achieving or exceeding sales targets
Strong consultative and value-based selling skills with the ability to engage executive-level stakeholders
Experience managing complex sales opportunities and maintaining accurate sales forecasts
Excellent communication, presentation, negotiation, and relationship-building skills
Highly collaborative, with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional teams including Technical Sales, Marketing, Customer Success, and Partners
Self-motivated, results-oriented, and comfortable working in a dynamic environment
Business-level Japanese proficiency and working proficiency in English
Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge of BIM workflows and digital transformation trends within the AEC industry
Experience selling SaaS, cloud, or enterprise software solutions
Familiarity with Autodesk solutions such as Revit, Civil 3D, Construction Cloud, AutoCAD, or related technologies
Experience using CRM platforms such as Salesforce for pipeline and forecast management
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