Strategic Solutions Manager (Payment) at Planet

Munich, Bavaria, Germany

Planet Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Retail, Hospitality, PaymentsIndustries

Requirements

  • Self-starter who enjoys searching for new business opportunities, with a passion for building strong customer relationships and internal team relationships
  • Experience selling payments and delivering cross-sell campaigns within either the Hospitality or Hospitality Software vertical
  • Comfortable driving revenue growth and product adoption to exceed program revenue and pipeline targets
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team
  • Strong analytical skills with experience in data analysis tools (e.g., SQL, Tableau, PowerBI) as well as experience in using CRM tools (e.g., Salesforce)
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and interpersonal skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities effectively
  • Executive presence, comfortable working with and presenting to senior leaders and investors
  • Desired experience working with international internal stakeholders and customers
  • Languages: English

Responsibilities

  • Identify cross-sell opportunities within existing accounts, with the help of Account Managers & Distribution Partners, understanding their needs & build trusted relationships with such customers, carefully evaluating how the Planet portfolio can accelerate their business
  • Expand and exceed goals within designated sales territory
  • Present compelling proposals, define pricing model, negotiate, and sign cross-sell deals
  • Own the full sales cycle from contract to revenue realization with customers; ensure all signed opportunities go live & ramp according to plan
  • Track, analyse, and create reports based on opportunity activity particularly on cross-sell & migration process using internal CRM tool (Salesforce)
  • Collaborate internally, working closely with internal teams such as technology, product, operations, other sales teams and executive leadership to create clear cross-department process flows to boost customer satisfaction
  • Hunt new opportunities and identify high-value customer opportunities within a specific territory, partnering with current account managers for Key Accounts
  • Engage with Planet customers to understand their needs and align portfolio of products to add the most value; leverage consultative skills to become a trusted advisor and guide customers through the sales journey
  • Execute effective campaign strategies across a customer portfolio; own the full-cycle sales engagement plan for cross-selling products, from identifying qualified leads to revenue realization
  • Maintain in-depth knowledge of Planet's product portfolio and competitors’ products; drive adoption of products to propel revenue growth

Skills

Consultative Selling
Full-Cycle Sales
Cross-Selling
Account Management
Payments Solutions
Revenue Growth
Opportunity Identification
Campaign Strategies
Product Portfolio Knowledge
Competitive Analysis

Planet

High-resolution satellite imagery subscription service

About Planet

Planet captures high-resolution satellite images of the Earth using a fleet of small satellites called Doves. These satellites provide near-daily, detailed imagery across eight different bands, allowing clients to monitor environmental changes, manage resources, plan urban developments, and respond to disasters. The company operates on a subscription-based model, giving clients access to a vast library of images and data analytics tools. This approach ensures consistent revenue as clients require ongoing updates. Planet differentiates itself by offering customized solutions and educational resources through Planet School, helping users effectively utilize their platform. The goal of Planet is to be a leader in the geospatial intelligence market, providing valuable insights through frequent and detailed Earth observation.

San Francisco, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2010Year Founded
$617.1MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, AerospaceIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account
Unlimited Paid Time Off
Paid Vacation
Paid Sick Leave
Paid Holidays
Sabbatical Leave
Remote Work Options
Wellness Program
Mental Health Support
Home Office Stipend
Phone/Internet Stipend
Tuition Reimbursement
Equity
Commuter Benefits
Volunteering Paid Time Off
Parental Leave

Risks

Increased competition from companies like Antaris threatens market share.
Recent layoffs may impact operational efficiency and innovation.
Expansion of partnerships may stretch resources, reducing service quality.

Differentiation

Planet operates the largest fleet of Earth-imaging satellites globally.
Their subscription model ensures continuous revenue from diverse sectors.
Planet's AI-driven analytics enhance satellite imagery insights significantly.

Upsides

AI-driven analytics can expand into agriculture and urban planning sectors.
Partnerships with platforms like UP42 enhance data offerings and capabilities.
Smart city management using satellite data offers new revenue streams.

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