Full-Time

Account Executive

Large Enterprise

Posted on 1/18/2025

Workday

Workday

10,001+ employees

Cloud applications for finance and HR management

Consulting
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$146.3k - $178.9kAnnually

+ Bonus + Commission + Stock Grants

Senior, Expert

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Frisco, TX, USA + 2 more

More locations: Pleasanton, CA, USA | Chicago, IL, USA

Hybrid work arrangement requiring at least 50% in-office or field time.

Category
Field Sales
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • 8+ years of experience selling SaaS/Cloud based ERP / HCM / Financial / Planning / or Analytics solutions to C-levels from a field sales position.
  • Experience collaborating with internal teams (pre-sales, value, inside sales) to achieve quota and run multiple deals at once
  • Experience with managing longer deal cycles, including prospecting for a portion of opportunities
Responsibilities
  • Develop strategy for prioritizing, targeting, and closing key opportunities in assigned territory
  • Performs account planning for assigned accounts, coordinating with pre-sales and other resources to ensure strategic alignment
  • Initiate and support sales of Workday solutions within Large Enterprise prospects and shares Workday value proposition
  • Be responsible for developing relationships with net new customers with a focus on deal management and connecting customers with Workday solutions, particularly core financials
  • Negotiate deals with a variety of C-Suite Executives to close opportunities
  • Maintain accurate and timely customer/prospect, pipeline, and service forecast data
Desired Qualifications
  • Proven experience understanding the strategic competitive landscape of the industry by staying up to date with trends and customer needs so you can effectively position Workday solutions within accounts
  • Able to quickly establish trust with key stakeholders
  • Prior experience with partnering with internal team members on account strategies for short and long term prospecting and territory management
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Workday provides enterprise cloud applications that focus on finance and human resources for medium to large-sized businesses across various industries. Its main products include Workday Human Capital Management, Workday Financial Management, Workday Adaptive Planning, and Workday Student, which help organizations manage their workforce and streamline financial operations. The software operates on a subscription model, allowing clients to pay a recurring fee based on the number of users and specific modules needed. This model supports continuous updates and improvements to the software. Workday stands out from competitors due to its strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and employee engagement, offering tools like Workday Peakon Employee Voice to enhance workforce experience. The company's goal is to provide essential tools that improve operational efficiency and support businesses in managing their human resources and financial operations effectively.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$209.4M

Headquarters

Pleasanton, California

Founded

2005

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

0%

2 year growth

0%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for cloud-based HCM solutions boosts Workday's market potential.
  • Expansion of partner ecosystem enhances Workday's implementation success and customer reach.
  • Integration of AI-driven analytics strengthens Workday's workforce management offerings.

What critics are saying

  • Emerging HR tech startups like Buk pose competitive threats in Latin America.
  • Leadership transition with Rob Enslin may lead to strategic shifts impacting market position.
  • Dependency on partners like BetterUp could affect employee engagement offerings if unmet.

What makes Workday unique

  • Workday offers a comprehensive suite of HCM and ERP solutions for large enterprises.
  • Its subscription model ensures continuous software updates and a steady revenue stream.
  • Workday's focus on employee engagement tools like Peakon sets it apart in the market.

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Benefits

Flexible Work Hours

Hybrid Work Options

Performance Bonus

Stock Options

Professional Development Budget

Conference Attendance Budget