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Full-Time

Account Executive

Mid Market, Arabic speaking highly desired

Posted on 4/5/2024

Smartsheet

Smartsheet

1,001-5,000 employees

Cloud-based work management and automation software

Data & Analytics
Enterprise Software
Education

Mid, Senior

London, UK

This role is part of the Commercial Sales team and is based at Smartsheet in London, UK. It is a hybrid role with remote eligibility.

Category
Field Sales
Strategic Account Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Requirements
  • 5+ years of full cycle quota carrying sales experience within the Middle East region
  • Experience managing customer relationships in a B2B environment and running Solution/Consultative Selling Techniques
  • Work with multiple functional departments to manage customer life cycle from implementation to renewal
  • Excellent ability in analyzing the opportunity for cross-sell and up-sell potential within existing books of business
  • Experience prospecting and managing a designated territory to maximize revenue growth
  • High Velocity: ability to multitask, manage urgent queries, and sell as per customers timelines and compelling events
  • Solutions selling: curiosity to understand and articulate the value of the Smartsheet platform products, multi-product selling
  • Partner selling experience preferred
  • MEDDICC framework experience
  • Manage excellent interactions both internally and externally with senior-level corporate management
  • Familiarity with CRM software packages and proficiency in Microsoft Office products
  • Passion for working with new technologies and the latest sales best practices
  • Bachelor’s degree or relevant experience
  • Arabic language proficiency highly desired
Responsibilities
  • Run full end-to-end sales cycles including developing and strategizing account plans, coordinating members of cross-functional Smartsheet teams
  • Manage strategic sales motions alongside transactional, high-volume opportunities
  • Ensure Smartsheet success in the growth of account revenue
  • Consult with clients in defining business objectives, success criteria, and program strategy to ensure the customer perception of value that leads to sales renewal and expansion
  • Manage your book of business for expansion and up-sell opportunities; partner and grow client relationships
  • Be the subject matter expert of Smartsheet and develop in-depth knowledge of product and service offerings

Smartsheet provides work management and automation solutions through its cloud-based platform. Users can create, share, and manage workflows and projects, with the ability to customize their solutions to fit specific needs. The platform integrates with other popular applications, enhancing its functionality for businesses of all sizes. Unlike many competitors, Smartsheet offers a subscription-based model with various pricing tiers, making it accessible for both small businesses and large enterprises. The company's goal is to help organizations improve efficiency and productivity by providing comprehensive support and learning resources, ensuring users can fully utilize the platform.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$149.8M

Headquarters

Bellevue, Washington

Founded

2005

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

3%

1 year growth

7%

2 year growth

18%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Significant investments from entities like Capstone Investment Advisors and Vanderbilt University indicate strong market confidence in Smartsheet's growth potential.
  • The appointment of experienced leaders like Jo Deal and Max Long suggests a strategic focus on enhancing organizational culture and go-to-market strategies.
  • Smartsheet's subscription-based model ensures a steady revenue stream, allowing continuous investment in platform improvements and innovation.

What critics are saying

  • The departure of co-founder Brent Frei and recent layoffs may signal internal instability and potential challenges in maintaining company culture.
  • Drastic shifts in market demand, as cited in recent layoffs, could impact Smartsheet's ability to sustain its growth trajectory.

What makes Smartsheet unique

  • Smartsheet's platform is highly customizable, allowing businesses to tailor workflows and projects to their specific needs, unlike more rigid competitors.
  • The seamless integration with other popular apps and platforms enhances Smartsheet's functionality, making it a versatile tool for improving business efficiency.
  • Smartsheet's comprehensive support and learning resources, including Smartsheet University, provide users with the skills and knowledge to maximize the platform's potential.

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Benefits

Health and wellness benefits - From sick days to mental health services, we support you. We provide company-sponsored comprehensive healthcare coverage and well-being benefit programs so you can take care of your whole self.

Time away - We want you to find time for what matters to you. We offer a variety of programs so you can recharge and reconnect, including paid time off for company holidays, vacation, volunteering, military leave, and parental bonding.

An investment in your future - We help you plan for the dreams you’re working toward. We offer every employee competitive pay, retirement contributions, stock awards, and an employee stock purchase program.

Perks and discounts - It's the details that make life easier. From discount programs and an allowance for work-related expenses, to medical concierge (U.S. only) and caregiver services, we help set you up for success both at work and outside of it.

An inclusive environment - We strive to foster a culture of belonging that is rooted in respect for all people. We believe that by celebrating diversity of voices and experiences, and by creating equitable opportunities for our team, customers, and communities, we enable people to do and be their best.

Continuous learning - We know that when you’re growing, so are we. That's why we provide opportunities to develop on the job through internal mobility, virtual learning, and a variety of development programs.

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