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Full-Time

Account Executive

Vendor Sales

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Zola

Zola

201-500 employees

Online wedding planning and registry platform

Consumer Software
Consumer Goods

Compensation Overview

$70kAnnually

Junior

New York, NY, USA

Hybrid position.

Category
Field Sales
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Salesforce
Data Analysis
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s Degree and 1-2 years of experience in a high volume sales role
  • Must have strong verbal and written communication skills; able to give strong and persuading product presentations by phone/zoom
  • Positive attitude and a drive to win.
  • Ability to represent Zola, be the voice of the company, and interact with vendors in a professional manner
  • Comfortable in a fast paced environment with constant change
  • Able to remain cool, calm, collected and organized, even in times of high volume
  • Acute attention to detail
  • Creative problem solver; someone who is a self starter and rolls with the punches
  • Must be able to learn new programs and system functions quickly
  • Experience working with Salesforce, Salesloft, or similar systems is a plus
  • Experience with or knowledge of Marketplaces is a plus
Responsibilities
  • Own and manage a strategic pipeline of prospects and consistently perform against a monthly quota of new vendors added to our platform
  • Accelerate the lifecycle from first touch to win and push the upper limits of conversion rates within the team
  • Manage an outbound sales process, reaching, identifying, and converting decision-makers through a high volume of cold calls and emails on a daily basis.
  • Become an expert on Zola’s vendor-facing product offering in order to sell effectively and answer questions.
  • Partner seamlessly with cross functional teams, such as Vendor Onboarding and Account Management.
  • Synthesize and quantify feedback and blockers heard through customer calls and communicate to the larger team
  • Use a data driven mindset to identify where your funnel & process can improve
  • As part of the Sales team, you will contribute directly to the success and growth of the company

Zola.com is an online platform designed for couples planning their weddings. It offers a variety of services including customizable wedding invitations, venue and vendor recommendations, and a gift registry that allows couples to manage gifts, experiences, and cash funds all in one place. The platform is user-friendly, enabling couples to keep their guests informed about wedding plans and manage guest lists by tracking RSVPs and meal selections. Zola differentiates itself from competitors by allowing couples to exchange gifts for credit before they are shipped, making the gift-giving process more flexible. The company generates revenue through commissions from vendors and venues booked through its platform, as well as from the sale of wedding-related products. Zola's goal is to provide a seamless and comprehensive wedding planning experience for engaged couples.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$244.2M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2013

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-1%

1 year growth

-18%

2 year growth

-35%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Zola's recognition as a trusted authority in the wedding industry, highlighted by their 'Best of Zola' awards, underscores their strong market position.
  • The introduction of a baby registry service and partnerships with brands like Etsy indicate Zola's potential for growth and diversification beyond weddings.
  • Innovative tools like 'Split the Decisions' AI can significantly enhance user experience, potentially increasing customer satisfaction and retention.

What critics are saying

  • The wedding industry is highly competitive, and Zola must continuously innovate to maintain its market position.
  • The cybersecurity breach in May 2022 raises concerns about data security and could impact customer trust.

What makes Zola unique

  • Zola's comprehensive suite of wedding planning services, from customizable invitations to guest list management, sets it apart from competitors who may only offer niche services.
  • The unique feature of allowing couples to exchange gifts for credit before they ship provides a flexible and user-friendly registry experience.
  • Zola's recent expansion into AI with the 'Split the Decisions' tool addresses the often-overlooked issue of decision fatigue in wedding planning, showcasing their commitment to innovation.

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