Full-Time

Account Executive

Posted on 11/15/2024

Pax8

Pax8

1,001-5,000 employees

Cloud marketplace for IT service providers

Enterprise Software
Education

Compensation Overview

$121.3kAnnually

Mid

United States

Hybrid work model embraced.

Category
Strategic Account Management
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Customer Service
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • At least three (3) years of relevant work experience
  • Must have a proven success record with sales targets (must be able to reach 60% quota with top 15 partners)
  • Must have experience within the LMS
  • Ability to be persuasive and negotiate terms
  • Ability to demonstrate effective communication and customer service skills to continually meet or exceed sales targets
  • Ability to run with prioritized projects and execute on them
  • Ability to apply knowledge of business and the marketplace to advance the organization’s goals
  • Ability to consistently achieve results, even under tough circumstances
  • Ability to actively learn through experimentation when tackling new problems, using both successes and failures as learning fodder
  • Ability to maneuver comfortably through complex policy, processes, and people-related organizational dynamics
  • Ability to secure and deploy resources effectively and efficiently
  • B.A./B.S. in related field or equivalent work experience
  • MS Certification or ability to obtain certification within 6 (six) months of being hired
Responsibilities
  • Enable the account teams to sell deeper into key accounts and drive towards KBOs
  • Build and sustain long-lasting relationships with new and existing customers based within an assigned sales territory
  • Travel within assigned sales territory to conduct face-to-face meetings with existing and potential customers
  • Develop and implement an effective sales strategy to drive sales
  • Collaborate with the sales department to expand reach by analyzing data and identifying strategic accounts
  • Keep in tune with the latest industry developments and acquisitions by paying attention to key events and websites (e.g., Channele2e)
  • Lead key initiatives for the sales floor with tools and vendors
  • Present product training to the Director of Strategic Accounts
  • Prioritize special projects

Pax8 operates a cloud marketplace that connects businesses with a variety of cloud-based solutions, including software and infrastructure services from major vendors like Amazon Web Services and Microsoft. Clients such as IT service providers, managed service providers (MSPs), and value-added resellers (VARs) use Pax8's platform to access these solutions and enhance their service offerings. The marketplace not only provides cloud solutions but also includes educational resources like the Pax8 Academy, which helps clients understand and utilize cloud technology effectively. Unlike many competitors, Pax8 emphasizes building a collaborative ecosystem where partners and vendors can work together, offering insights and coaching to help businesses grow. The company's goal is to empower its clients by providing the tools and knowledge they need to succeed in the cloud computing landscape, generating revenue through subscription fees and sales of cloud services.

Company Stage

N/A

Total Funding

$326.8M

Headquarters

Greenwood Village, Colorado

Founded

2011

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

5%

2 year growth

32%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Winning the 2024 Microsoft Americas Partner of the Year Award highlights Pax8's strong industry reputation and potential for continued growth.
  • The appointment of a Chief AI Officer and the launch of an AI-enabled marketplace demonstrate Pax8's commitment to innovation and staying ahead of technological trends.
  • Partnerships with companies like Exium and FlexPoint provide MSPs with advanced tools for cybersecurity and financial management, enhancing operational efficiency and client satisfaction.

What critics are saying

  • The rapidly evolving cloud services market requires constant innovation, and Pax8 must continuously update its offerings to stay competitive.
  • Dependence on partnerships for advanced features could pose risks if these partnerships dissolve or fail to deliver expected benefits.

What makes Pax8 unique

  • Pax8's marketplace uniquely combines cloud solutions with educational resources and support, setting it apart from competitors who primarily focus on product offerings.
  • The Pax8 Academy provides specialized cloud-based education, ensuring clients are well-equipped to navigate cloud technology, a feature not commonly found in other cloud marketplaces.
  • Strategic partnerships with companies like Exium and FlexPoint enhance Pax8's platform by integrating advanced cybersecurity and automated billing solutions, offering a more comprehensive service to MSPs.

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Benefits

Medical, dental, and vision (most plans covered at 100%)

Employee Assistance Program

Paid holidays and Extended Holiday Program

Flexible vacation and paid sick time

Military, parental, and family care leave

401(k) with company match

Bonus program

Employer-paid life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability

Home-office allowance

Transportation benefits

Pet adoption reimbursement