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Full-Time

Account Executive

Sports, Media, & Marketing

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Hive

Hive

51-200 employees

SaaS for system performance monitoring

Consulting
Enterprise Software
AI & Machine Learning

Compensation Overview

$70k - $150kAnnually

+ Commission + Stock Options

Mid, Senior

San Francisco, CA, USA

Category
Field Sales
Sales & Account Management
Required Skills
Sales
Communications
Lead Generation
Hubspot
Marketing
Customer Service
Requirements
  • You have a Bachelor's degree
  • You have 4+ years of work experience selling cloud-based software products, preferably at a high growth start-up or large enterprise
  • You have sales experience in ad intelligence or the media industry broadly
  • You have a proven ability to work long workweeks when needed
  • You have a deep interest in machine learning and AI
  • You are successful in building relationships; you are customer obsessed
  • You are highly self-motivated and have demonstrated success in a competitive environment
  • Strong team player, but can work and execute independently
  • You have excellent written and verbal communication skills
  • You’re driven. No one needs to push you to excel; that’s just who you are
  • You are hungry to learn and you actively look for opportunities to contribute
  • You are highly organized and detail-oriented; you can handle multiple projects and dynamic priorities without missing a beat
Responsibilities
  • Partner with Sports, Media, & Marketing team to research, identify, and generate new business opportunities in order to build and manage a robust sales funnel
  • Thoroughly analyze target markets for key use cases, and execute effective sales tactics to drive expansion opportunities within both existing and potential customer base
  • Host events to nurture existing client relations as well as enhance awareness of Hive’s products/services in the targeted business community and new markets
  • Work closely with Hive’s senior leadership team to build and maintain alignment on business priorities
  • Manage complex sales process end-to-end, from lead generation to negotiating and closing deals, while providing excellent customer service
  • Maintain confidentiality and data quality for large volumes of opportunities within Hubspot CRM
  • Provide market/client feedback to the engineering and product teams to fuel future product growth
  • Consistently hit and exceed quarterly and yearly sales quotas by growing existing accounts and closing new deals

Hive provides real-time and historical data on system performance through a suite of software tools. These tools help businesses monitor and manage their operations effectively, offering services such as messaging and notifications, document proofing, and client applications. Hive ensures high uptime statistics, which means their services are reliable and consistently available. Clients, ranging from small businesses to large enterprises, receive timely updates on system incidents and maintenance through popular communication channels like Slack and text messages, allowing them to respond quickly to issues and minimize downtime. Hive operates on a subscription-based model, providing a steady revenue stream that supports continuous improvements and new features. The goal of Hive is to help businesses reduce operational risks and enhance their overall system performance.

Company Stage

Series B

Total Funding

$27.4M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2016

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

-3%

1 year growth

-1%

2 year growth

13%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • The recent $13 million Series A funding round provides significant capital for innovation and expansion, particularly in decentralized cloud computing.
  • The launch of the Global Partner Program enhances Hive's reach and collaborative capabilities, potentially driving significant business growth.
  • Hive's versatile suite of tools, including integration with popular productivity apps, positions it as a comprehensive solution for businesses looking to streamline operations.

What critics are saying

  • The ambitious move towards decentralized cloud computing could face technical and market adoption challenges.
  • The competitive SaaS market requires Hive to continuously innovate to maintain its edge, which can be resource-intensive.

What makes Hive unique

  • Hive's focus on real-time and historical data for system performance monitoring sets it apart from competitors who may not offer such comprehensive insights.
  • The company's impressive uptime statistics and reliable messaging and notification services provide a competitive edge in maintaining continuous service for clients.
  • Hive's subscription-based model ensures a steady revenue stream, allowing for continuous platform improvements and customer support.

Benefits

Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance Coverage

401(K) with Company Matching

Unlimited PTO and Sick Days

Virtual Team Lunches

Commuter Benefits

Remote Fitness Program

Start-up Equity

Annual Hive-Honey Stipend