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ACCOUNT EXECUTIVE, STRATEGIC ACCOUNTS - NE

Smartsheet • Remote • Posted 5 days ago

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Remote • Full-time • $130,000-$172,800/yr • Senior Level

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Smartsheet is seeking a Strategic Account Executive to lead the execution of its Strategic Accounts sales strategy, focusing on expanding Global 2000 accounts. This role involves driving executive engagement, selling solutions, and achieving substantial growth in software and services bookings. The position covers a number of named accounts in the northeast territory and requires a proven track record of exceeding quotas, tenacity, accountability, and integrity.

Responsibilities

  • Exceed quarterly and annual software and services sales quotas
  • Execute a complex, solution-based sales process encompassing multiple groups within a Global 2000 account
  • Develop new business opportunities by analyzing and proactively targeting high-value needs across multiple functions and business lines
  • Effectively articulate and demonstrate Smartsheet’s unique business, solution and functional value
  • Build executive awareness, sales pipeline and bookings growth in immature accounts
  • Define account strategies that enable sales velocity by partnering with Solutions Engineer, Customer Success Manager, and Enterprise Sales Representative
  • Proactively develop unsolicited proposals that align with customer initiatives and position Smartsheet as an enterprise software solution provider
  • Effectively forecast sales opportunities, while tracking and using critical metrics that predict sales success
  • Use Smartsheet in the execution of daily sales activities
  • Track all relevant sales activity using the company's CRM platform
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Travel as needed

Qualifications

Required

  • Demonstrated enterprise sales success; track record of exceeding quotas
  • Experience selling enterprise software, preferably emerging SaaS solutions
  • Proven ability to build relationships with Global 2000 senior line-of-business and IT executives, as well as operational managers
  • Proven 'hunter' (new business) selling skills
  • Proven ability to manage a large and diverse pipeline of sales opportunities
  • Excellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal and presentation skills
  • Experience executing a complex, solution-based strategic sales process
  • Experience working in a fast-paced, high growth company

Preferred

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent

About Smartsheet

Smartsheet provides a comprehensive platform for efficient work management across various industries, offering capabilities such as team collaboration, workflow automation, and portfolio management. Trusted by over 80% of Fortune 500 companies and businesses in 190 countries, Smartsheet enables teams to work collaboratively, automate workflows, and build no-code solutions effortlessly. The company focuses on creating a value-driven culture and making a meaningful impact by supporting employees, customers, and communities.

Full Job Description

Smartsheet is looking for a Strategic Account Executive (NE) to play a leadership role in executing our Strategic Accounts sales strategy to rapidly expand a defined set of Global 2000 accounts. This position will be responsible for driving executive engagement, selling solutions and delivering substantial growth in software and services bookings, with both net new and expansion customers. A proven track record of exceeding quota with tenacity, great attitude, accountability, high energy, integrity, and discipline is crucial to success on the Strategic Accounts Team.This high profile role will work to cover a number of named accounts in the northeast territory and will report to the Senior Regional Director, Large Enterprise - Strategic Accounts.You Will: Exceed quarterly and annual software and services sales quotasExecute a complex, solution-based sales process encompassing multiple groups within a Global 2000 accountDevelop new business opportunities by analyzing and proactively targeting high-value needs across multiple functions and business linesEffectively articulate and demonstrate Smartsheet’s unique business, solution and functional valueBuild executive awareness, sales pipeline and bookings growth in immature accountsDefine account strategies that enable sales velocity by partnering with Solutions Engineer, Customer Success Manager, and Enterprise Sales RepresentativeProactively develop unsolicited proposals that align with customer initiatives and position Smartsheet as an enterprise software solution providerEffectively forecast sales opportunities, while tracking and using critical metrics that predict sales successUse Smartsheet in the execution of daily sales activitiesTrack all relevant sales activity using the company's CRM platformOther duties as assignedTravel as neededYou Have: Demonstrated enterprise sales success; track record of exceeding quotas and receiving recognition, awards for high performanceExperience selling enterprise software, preferably emerging SaaS solutionsDemonstrated ability to build relationships with Global 2000 senior line-of-business and IT executives, as well as operational managersProven 'hunter' (new business) selling skillsProven ability to manage a large and diverse pipeline of sales opportunitiesExcellent communication (written and verbal), interpersonal and presentation skillsDemonstrable experience executing a complex, solution-based strategic sales processExperience working in a fast-paced, high growth company where change is a constantUnderstands the difference between activity and results; solid work ethicAble to function independently, as well as collaboratively with Smartsheet team membersSmartsheet, Salesforce.com, Google apps, and Tableau skillsBachelor's degree or equivalentPerks & Benefits:HSA, 100% employer-paid premiums, or Buy-up medical/vision and dental coverage options for full-time employeesEquity - Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) with all offersLucrative Employee Stock Purchase Program (15% discount)401k Match to help you save for your future (50% of your contribution up to the first 6% of your eligible pay)Monthly stipend to support your work and productivityFlexible Time Away Program, plus Incidental Sick LeaveUp to 24 weeks of Parental LeaveUS employees are automatically covered under Smartsheet-sponsored life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability plansUS employees receive 12 paid holidays per yearPersonal paid Volunteer Day to support our communityOpportunities for professional growth and development including access to LinkedIn Learning online coursesCompany Funded Perks, including a counseling membership, primary care membership, local retail discounts, and your own personal Smartsheet accountTeleworking options from any registered location in the U.S. (role specific)Smartsheet provides a reasonable range of compensation for roles that may be hired in different geographic areas we are licensed to operate our business from. Actual compensation is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, level of professional, educational experience, skills, and specific candidate location. In addition, this role will be eligible for a market competitive bonus and RSU stock grant upon accepted offer. California & New York: $140,400 - $172,800 All other US states: ​​$130,000 - $160,000Equal Opportunity Employer:Smartsheet is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment with the best employees. We provide employment opportunities without regard to any legally protected status in accordance with applicable laws in the US, UK, and Australia. If there are preparations we can make to help ensure you have a comfortable and positive interview experience, please let us know.At Smartsheet, we strive to build an inclusive environment that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diverse voices of our team members who also represent the diverse needs of our customers. We’re looking for people who are driven, authentic, supportive, effective, and honest. You’re encouraged to apply even if your experience doesn’t precisely match our job description—if your career path has been nontraditional, that will set you apart. At Smartsheet, we welcome diverse perspectives and people who aren’t afraid to be innovative—join us! #BI-Remote#LI-Remote