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Account Executive - New accounts

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Are you ready to be a change-maker? This is your chance to be part of the success story: we are hiring an Account Executive dedicated to our strategic Consumer Goods segment.

This role will be based at our French headquarter in Paris la défense and offers hybrid work model.

At Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH), we engineer modern businesses to improve everyday life because we're dedicated to making a lasting impact. We help our clients modernize technology, reimagine processes and transform experiences so they can stay ahead in our fast-changing world. Together, we're improving everyday life.

Your Role :

  • Reporting to the EMEA CCO and aligned to Cognizant’s CMT Business Unit, you will join our new business sales team.
  • Selling the full suite of Cognizant’s services and solutions, including market leading capabilities in Digital, Data, AI, and Cloud, etc, you will be the Sales trigger who will create value and drive business outcomes.
  • Your responsibility : pursuing 10-15 targeted Accounts in France
  • You will work with French Client Partners and Sales team that will support all sales pursuits. Your extended team being in different geos in Europe and India.
  • You will get the support of dedicated teams to provide targeted marketing into designated accounts.
  • Your target portfolio will be of several millions.

Your Background:

You need to feel comfortable in leading from the front and show strong ability to be identified and trusted as a partner. You have strong ability to transform a prospect base into clients through a differentiated selling approach. You have a mix of strategic thinking and tactical execution and define yourself as a self-starter :

  • Strong track record in new business / net new logo sales for a large Tier 1 or Tier 2 Global Systems Integrator
  • Experience of working alongside and building relationships within major CG/ FMCG organizations
  • Background in a Global Services Firm with onshore, nearshore and offshore capabilities is good to have
  • Knowledge and experience selling Digital, Data, Cloud, Consulting and application modernization offers
  • Demonstrable success selling multi million, multi-year deals.
  • Strong hunting abilities, consecutive quarterly and yearly quota achievement in complex selling environments utilizing a solution selling model.

Top Reasons to Join Our Team:

  • Excellent compensation/benefits. A strong financial incentive package that includes a solid base salary with a highly attractive commissions plan.
  • Wide exposure to industry, product and functional best practices; as well as world-class teams supporting your sales pursuits.
  • Supportive management team that rewards initiative & success.
  • Exciting, industry leading practice where you can truly build a long-term career.
  • Congenial, collaborative, and success-oriented culture; the opportunity to work with and learn from a diverse, highly experienced team of business professionals. Tremendous opportunities for growth with a real career path promoting career advancement.

At Cognizant, we embrace diversity. We believe it’s what helps us thrive. Our goal is to include everyone at the table, and to value and respect their unique voices and backgrounds.

Need a change in 2025 to grow in responsibility and evolve in your career ? Join us ! Please share you CV in English and we will connect soon.

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About us
Cognizant (Nasdaq: CTSH) is an AI Builder and technology services provider, building the bridge between AI investment and enterprise value by building full-stack AI solutions for our clients. Our deep industry, process and engineering expertise enables us to build an organization’s unique context into technology systems that amplify human potential, realize tangible returns and keep global enterprises ahead in a fast-changing world. See how at www.cognizant.com or @cognizant.

Additional employment information
Compensation information is accurate as of the date of this posting. Cognizant reserves the right to modify this information at any time, subject to applicable law.

Applicants may be required to attend interviews in person or by video conference. In addition, candidates may be required to present their current state or government issued ID during each interview.

Cognizant is an equal opportunity employer. Your application and candidacy will not be considered based on race, color, sex, religion, creed, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

If you have a disability that requires reasonable accommodation to search for a job opening or submit an application, please email [email protected] with your request and contact information.

Benefits that help you thrive and grow

Our benefits program is built with you in mind—so you can enjoy a fulfilling, balanced and healthy life.

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Financial wellbeing

We regularly review market data to ensure compensation reflects the value you bring. Your benefits extend beyond pay and may include retirement plans, financial education, etc.

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Physical and mental health

We empower you to prioritize your wellbeing through paid time off, flexible working where possible, healthcare plans, counselling, our Mental Health Allyship program and more. 

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Your career, your way

With 350,000+ roles at Cognizant, you’ll have opportunities explore new technologies, industries and locations—and build the skills you need to grow your career.

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Real-world impact

Think about the biggest brands you rely on. Chances are, they rely on us to help strengthen their business. Here, you’ll turn bold ideas into solutions that improve lives everywhere.

Your path to Cognizant

Here’s what you can expect from our hiring process. Please keep in mind that it may vary by role and location. Explore our FAQs to learn more.

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Step 1: Apply to the right opportunity

Find an open role that matches your skills and career goals and show us why you’re the person for the job. Don’t see the right opportunity? Consider joining our Talent Community.

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Step 2: Connect with your recruiter

If one of our recruiters sees a fit, they’ll set up a short intro call to learn more about you and how your experiences and skills match the role.

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Step 3: Show off your skills

If you and our team would like to continue the process, you’ll interview with our hiring team. Some roles may also require technical assessments and/or client interviews.

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Step 4: Decision time

Our team will then review each candidates’ potential to succeed in the role. This step may take some time because we want to find the right fit for both you and us—but you can count on us to keep you updated.

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