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Full-Time

Early Enterprise Account Executive

Posted on 8/14/2023

Airbase

Airbase

201-500 employees

Spend management and AP automation platform

Robotics & Automation
Consulting
Enterprise Software
Fintech
Financial Services

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Required Skills
Sales
Communications
Requirements
  • 5+ years of quota-carrying sales experience in selling to companies
  • Experience selling with quotas in excess of $1M
  • Exceptional technical aptitude; passion for understanding our technology and communicating its benefits to both technical and non-technical prospects
  • Strong interest in B2B SaaS and the greater financial ecosystem
  • Have prior experience working at fast growth companies
  • Have demonstrated pipeline building capabilities using cold email and cold outbound calling
  • Strong presentation presence and recent product demonstration skills
  • Self-starting attitude with high level of written and verbal communication skills
  • Are growth minded and have the grit and attention to detail to be successful
Responsibilities
  • Consult with Finance leaders (VPs, Directors) and Controllers to help them achieve full visibility and better control over all non-payroll company spend
  • Source, progress and close new enterprise accounts through a consultative and insight driven sales approach
  • Work closely with the VP Sales and company founder to refine and build the go-to-market strategies, product pitch and ideal customer profile
  • Build a plan to increase customer advocacy and grow revenue of existing accounts
  • Provide valuable input into the product roadmap and be the voice of the customer for the product management and engineering teams
Desired Qualifications
  • You dislike the shackles of a large company and enjoy the scrappiness of being part of a young startup
  • You have received formal sales training at your previous company and are well-versed in either Sandler, Challenger or similar sales methodologies
  • You enjoy all things sales, like to stay curious and mentor others
  • You want to be an active participant in building the company, will be the first to raise your hand, and share your opinion on how to make things better

Airbase provides a spend management platform that helps businesses manage their financial operations more effectively. The platform includes services such as guided procurement, accounts payable automation, expense management, and corporate card management. These features allow companies to control their spending, streamline procurement processes, and automate accounts payable tasks. Airbase's software is designed to be user-friendly, offering visibility and control over spending for clients ranging from small businesses to large corporations. Unlike many competitors, Airbase also fosters a community for finance professionals through its Slack group, Off the Ledger, where users can share insights and ask questions. The goal of Airbase is to empower businesses with the tools they need to manage their finances efficiently and ensure compliance on a global scale.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$240.8M

Headquarters

San Francisco, California

Founded

2017

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

8%

1 year growth

18%

2 year growth

20%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • Airbase's continuous innovation, such as the recent addition of spend analytics and vendor management, positions it as a leader in the spend management space.
  • The company's commitment to enhancing financial security through partnerships like the one with Sardine demonstrates a proactive approach to customer trust and safety.
  • The appointment of industry veterans like Mathew Schulz indicates a strong focus on procurement excellence and technological advancement, promising robust growth and innovation.

What critics are saying

  • The rapidly evolving financial technology market means Airbase must continuously innovate to stay ahead of competitors like Amazon Business.
  • Integration of new features and partnerships, such as with Sardine, may pose challenges in maintaining seamless user experience and operational efficiency.

What makes Airbase unique

  • Airbase offers a comprehensive spend management platform that integrates guided procurement, AP automation, expense management, and corporate card management, unlike competitors who may focus on only one or two of these areas.
  • The addition of spend analytics and vendor management capabilities provides real-time insights, setting Airbase apart from competitors who may lack such integrated features.
  • Airbase's strategic partnership with Sardine enhances its risk management capabilities, providing a unique edge in combating payment and vendor fraud.
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