Full-Time

Associate Account Executive

Confirmed live in the last 24 hours

Cision

Cision

1,001-5,000 employees

Media distribution and public relations software

Consulting
Enterprise Software

Entry, Junior

No H1B Sponsorship

Chicago, IL, USA

Hybrid position.

Category
Inside Sales
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Salesforce
Requirements
  • Minimum 1 year tech/SaaS sales in an SDR or BDR type role, preference for PR/Communication industry experience
  • 4 year Bachelor's degree preferred
  • Must be authorized to work in the United States (we do not sponsor at this time)
  • Innate hunger, self-motivation and work ethic
  • Positivism and desire to uplift and share knowledge with those around you
  • Stellar communication skills both over the phone and in writing
  • Past examples of sales excellence and crushing quotas
  • Previous management of the full sales cycle from hunting to closing
  • Bonus if you have experience in a SaaS recurring revenue model, Salesforce CRM experience, experience in or strong understanding of PR, and sold to midsize and larger complex companies
Responsibilities
  • Own an end-to-end inside sales cycle from prospecting to close.
  • Confidently outbound cold-call into target companies, identifying key decision makers and influencers.
  • Set and execute strong product demos weekly.
  • Manage personal pipeline and effectively articulate progress to key sales goals: know your business.
  • Represent company culture and values in all client conversations.
  • Hit and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales quotas.

Cision provides media distribution and public relations software to a variety of clients, including businesses, PR agencies, and media professionals. Its platform allows users to share their stories widely, target specific audiences, and engage effectively with them. Cision is recognized by journalists, influencers, and media outlets around the world, making it a preferred choice for communication needs. The company operates on a subscription-based revenue model, offering different packages to suit various client requirements. Additionally, Cision conducts research, such as the annual State of the Media Report, to deliver valuable insights to its users. It operates in the fields of public relations, media monitoring, and communication analytics, serving both large enterprises and small businesses.

Company Stage

Acquired

Total Funding

$15.9M

Headquarters

Chicago, Illinois

Founded

1866

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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Cision's continuous innovation, such as the new analytics dashboards, positions it as a forward-thinking leader in the PR software industry.
  • The acquisition of Factmata could significantly enhance Cision's ability to provide comprehensive media monitoring and analysis, potentially attracting a broader client base.

What critics are saying

  • The integration of Factmata's technology and team could present challenges, potentially leading to operational disruptions.
  • The competitive landscape of PR software is intense, with numerous players vying for market share, which could impact Cision's growth and profitability.

What makes Cision unique

  • Cision's acquisition of Factmata, a startup specializing in monitoring online narratives, enhances its capabilities in identifying and combating fake news, setting it apart from traditional PR software providers.
  • The introduction of new analytics dashboards and interactive reports allows Cision to offer more intuitive and adaptable ways for communicators to demonstrate the business impact of earned media, a feature not commonly found in competing platforms.

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