Full-Time

Account Executive

Strategic Outsourcing Sales, Osp

Posted on 1/17/2025

Salesforce

Salesforce

10,001+ employees

Cloud-based Customer Relationship Management solutions

Consulting
Enterprise Software

Compensation Overview

$168.4k - $225.3kAnnually

+ Incentive Compensation + Equity

Senior, Expert

Company Historically Provides H1B Sponsorship

Washington, DC, USA + 1 more

More locations: Remote in USA

Washington D.C. requires in-office presence; other locations are remote.

Category
Strategic Account Management
Sales & Account Management
Requirements
  • 10+ years in software and/or applications sales (ideally in a CRM, ERP and/or B2B software company), selling primarily to the CxO level
  • Strategic commercial & enterprise sales experience and revenue achievement selling multiple enterprise software offerings
  • Strategic sales experience and revenue achievement selling multiple enterprise software offerings in the Public Sector, while building satisfied and committed customers
  • Proven success working within a highly matrixed organization and establishing strong relationships across all functions to achieve results
  • Strong operational and analytical abilities
  • Ability to work in (virtual) teams working together to solve problems with colleagues, partners and customers
  • Willing and able to travel occasionally 50%
Responsibilities
  • Providing detailed and accurate sales forecasts
  • Identifying and handling new business opportunities to grow the territory on a monthly business
  • Daily execution developing new accounts, growing existing ones and encouraging growth through marketing initiatives internally and externally
  • Engaging functionally across the business (Marketing, Sales Strategy, Finance, Employee Success, Recruiting) to build trust and alignment
  • Drives continuous improvement to the OSP channel and GTM strategy by building a solution and customer feedback loop, sharing customer win/loss analysis and success stories with & across the OSP team and with supporting functions
  • Builds strong customer success stories and credentials, working closely with our OSP business development function and the wider ecosystem
  • Work within a strong operational framework for all activities, accurately reporting and managing targets, taking ownership for delivering against commitments
  • Maintains strategic customer relationships, partnering with OSP Customer and End-Client AEs to build and deliver the customer engagement strategy and plan
Desired Qualifications
  • Experience will be evaluated based on the core competencies for the role (e.g. extracurricular leadership roles, military experience, volunteer roles, work experience, etc.)
  • Salesforce Certifications
  • Experience selling cloud based enterprise applications is strongly preferred
  • Consultative sales skills and ability to construct and articulate strong business case and ROI, strategic account planning and execution skills
  • Knowledge of BPO, BPaaS, MSP in a Professional Services or Commercial Sales capacity

Salesforce provides cloud-based software solutions focused on Customer Relationship Management (CRM). Its main product, Customer 360, includes a suite of applications that help businesses manage marketing, sales, service, commerce, and IT operations, allowing for personalized customer interactions. The software operates on a subscription model, which means clients pay a recurring fee to access the services without needing to invest in hardware or software installations. This model not only ensures a steady revenue stream but also allows Salesforce to continuously enhance its offerings. What sets Salesforce apart from competitors is its ability to deliver customized solutions tailored to the specific needs of various industries, along with a commitment to client education through virtual events and resources. The goal of Salesforce is to help businesses improve customer satisfaction and drive growth by providing effective tools for managing customer relationships.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$62.7M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

1999

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

5%

2 year growth

-1%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Salesforce is recognized as a leader in Customer Data Platforms for B2B and B2C.
  • Recent investments indicate strong confidence in Salesforce's future growth prospects.
  • AI initiatives like Agentforce and unified POS system expand Salesforce's market share.

What critics are saying

  • Consumer skepticism towards AI could impact Salesforce's AI-driven CRM solutions.
  • Intensifying competition in AI for retail may challenge Salesforce's market share.
  • Adoption of Salesforce's unified POS system may face challenges in entrenched retail systems.

What makes Salesforce unique

  • Salesforce's Customer 360 offers a comprehensive suite of CRM applications.
  • The company integrates AI into its CRM solutions, enhancing customer service capabilities.
  • Salesforce's subscription model provides a steady revenue stream and continuous innovation.

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Benefits

Health Insurance

Life Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan

Remote Work Options

Flexible Work Hours

Parental Leave

Wellness Program