Full-Time

Account Executive

Posted on 9/3/2024

WP Engine

WP Engine

1,001-5,000 employees

Provides fully-managed WordPress hosting services

Consumer Software
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$55kAnnually

+ Variable + OTE + Uncapped Commissions + Accelerators

Mid

Austin, TX, USA + 1 more

More locations: Omaha, NE, USA

Hybrid position requiring in-office attendance the first Tuesday of every month and every Thursday.

Category
Inside Sales
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Salesforce
Requirements
  • Minimum of two years full-cycle closing experience with an unbeaten track record of meeting or exceeding assigned individual quota.
  • You're a natural on the phone. That means you have a confirmed ability in handling a high volume of sales activity via the telephone.
  • You realize that our company is a specialized platform and it's not about the sale, it's about what's best for the customer and WP Engine. Success means we both succeed.
  • You're organized, principled, and can give concise reports on opportunities to company leadership.
Responsibilities
  • Stay knowledgeable on WP Engine’s service and solution offerings, the benefits they provide, and their value to our customers.
  • Articulate WP Engine’s offerings to customers and deliver compelling product demos tailored to their specific needs.
  • Maintain highly accurate, up to date CRM information on customers and opportunities within Salesforce.
  • Make effective and efficient use of our customer experience teams and sales engineers to educate customers and help them make informed buying decisions.
  • Collaborate with internal sales and support systems to ensure that customer’s expectations are correctly set and that they are kept informed while experiencing the buying journey.
  • Write accurate quotes, proposals, and SOWs.
  • Position our company's capabilities and value proposition to resolve customer concerns or objections throughout the buying process.
  • Use the WP Engine Sales Stages to advance and close sales opportunities.
  • Provide sales reports to management and executives on a regular basis and assistance on special projects where required.

WP Engine offers WordPress hosting services that manage all technical aspects of running a WordPress site, allowing clients to focus on their core business. They provide various subscription plans starting at $15 per month and have a WordPress Agency Partner Program for agencies to manage multiple clients. A standout feature is the Page Speed Boost service, which enhances website load times and performance. WP Engine's goal is to be a reliable partner for WordPress hosting by combining hosting, performance optimization, and development tools.

Company Stage

Growth Equity (Venture Capital)

Total Funding

$282.8M

Headquarters

Austin, Texas

Founded

2010

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

0%

1 year growth

-2%

2 year growth

2%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Growing demand for headless CMS solutions boosts WP Engine's market potential.
  • AI-driven optimization tools create opportunities for enhanced performance features.
  • Remote work trends increase the need for secure web hosting solutions.

What critics are saying

  • Legal battle with Automattic may cause financial and reputational damage.
  • Ban from WordPress.org limits access to essential WordPress resources.
  • Criticism from Matt Mullenweg could lead to a loss of customers.

What makes WP Engine unique

  • WP Engine offers specialized platforms for Managed and Headless WordPress solutions.
  • The company provides developer-centric tools like Local and Advanced Custom Fields.
  • WP Engine's Page Speed Boost enhances website performance and search engine rankings.

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Benefits

Company Stock Options

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life Insurance

Fertility Treatment Support

Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account

401(k) Company Match

Disability Insurance

Paid Family and Caregiver’s Leave

Employee Assistance Program

Unlimited Paid Time Off

Home Office Stipend

Hybrid Work Options

Wellness Program

Mental Health Support

Pet Insurance

Professional Development Budget

INACTIVE