Sales Account Executive
At a glance
Mid-level Account Executive role at Volue. Stockholm.
Pay not stated
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What you'll do
- Build account plans for priority customers and prospects, then develop relationships with decision-makers
- Run opportunities from lead generation through discovery, negotiation, closing, and handoff to Delivery and Customer Success
- Show energy customers how software and services can produce business value and return on investment
- Expand existing accounts through up-sell and cross-sell work while winning new customers
- Keep the pipeline qualified, forecasts accurate, CRM records current, and sales targets on track
What you bring
- At least three years selling within energy or power grid markets
- At least three years in sales, including complex software solutions and services
- A demonstrated record of meeting or surpassing sales targets through structured sales and pipeline practices
- Fluency in English plus one Nordic language, with willingness to travel when needed
Who this fits
This role suits a commercially driven seller who understands energy markets, handles complex customer needs, and enjoys negotiation and relationship building. You should be able to work independently while coordinating closely with internal specialists. Stockholm is preferred, with candidates in other Nordic locations also considered.
From the employer
At Volue, our mission is to provide innovative services critical to society, unlocking a cleaner, better, and more profitable future. We are a leading technology provider and enabler of the green transition, helping energy companies simplify and optimize their everyday operations.
We are now looking for an Account Executive to join our team, preferably based in Stockholm, although we are also open to candidates in other Nordic locations.
What you will be doing to make a difference:
As an Account Executive, you will be responsible for developing new business and growing relationships with existing customers. You will manage the full sales process, from identifying opportunities and understanding customer needs to negotiation, closing, and handover to Delivery and Customer Success.
You will work closely with Sales Development Representatives, Solutions Sales Experts, Sales Engineers, Product, Delivery, Managed Services, Marketing, Sales Operations, Deal Desk, and Legal.
Your key responsibilities will include:
Develop and maintain strategic account plans for prioritized customers and prospects.
Build strong relationships with key decision-makers and influencers.
Manage the full sales cycle, from lead generation and opportunity development to negotiation and deal closure.
Understand customers' businesses and demonstrate how Volue's software solutions and services can create value and ROI.
Identify up-sell and cross-sell opportunities within existing accounts.
Win new customers and contribute to Volue's continued growth.
Build and maintain a strong, qualified sales pipeline and ensure accurate forecasting and CRM data.
Bring the right internal specialists into sales processes at the right time.
Negotiate and close agreements in line with Volue's sales processes.
Work proactively with internal teams to strengthen customer relationships and reduce churn.
Achieve agreed sales targets.
What you need to succeed:
We are looking for someone with a strong commercial mindset who understands the energy industry and enjoys selling complex solutions.
Ideally, you have:
A degree in business, economics, engineering, or another relevant field.
Minimum 3 years of experience within energy markets or power grid markets.
Minimum 3 years of experience in sales.
Experience selling complex software solutions and services.
A strong track record of achieving or exceeding sales targets.
Experience with structured sales processes, CRM, pipeline management, and forecasting.
Strong communication and presentation skills.
Fluency in English and one of the Nordic languages is required.
International experience is a strong advantage.
SaaS sales experience is a plus.
Willingness to travel when required.
You are commercially driven, curious, customer-focused, and comfortable working independently. You enjoy negotiations, building relationships, and understanding complex customer needs. At the same time, you are a strong team player who values feedback and collaboration.
Reasons to join Volue team and what we offer:
Purpose with Impact: Help shape a cleaner, more efficient energy system and be part of Europe's green tech leadership.
Flexibility & Growth: Enjoy a flexible work environment, competitive salary, and strong career development opportunities.
Supportive Culture: Work in a diverse and inclusive team where your voice is heard and your contributions matter.
Empowered Collaboration: Join a flat, people-first organisation that fosters innovation and shared success.
In Volue, we cherish each employee's competence, ideas, and personality. Let your skills and talent be a part of our team – and let us leave our mark on the world together!
Company Culture
In Volue, we believe that in order to be a successful company, we need to bring everyone to the table.
We look at diversity as a competitive advantage. A diverse workforce enables better decision-making and creates more value. By inclusion, we refer to the sense of belonging and being part of a community at work. We want the people of Volue to feel welcome, valued and not least encouraged to bring their whole, unique selves to work.
Volue is about people. From staff to client, people are at the center of all our operations, and we always strive for a flat structure where everyone feels included, appreciated and recognized for their individual efforts. Or as we call it "ONE Volue". We hire talented individuals, regardless of gender, race, ethnicity, ancestry, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, cultural background or religious beliefs.
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