Account Executive - Indigenous Market

SaskTel; Saskatchewan Landing No. 167; On-site; CAD 91,000 - 122,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading telecommunications provider is seeking an Account Executive for the Indigenous Market in Saskatchewan. This full-time role involves engaging with Indigenous communities for economic benefits, managing sales for a specific account base, and executing contracts. Ideal candidates should have a degree in Administration or related fields, strong sales closure skills, and excellent communication abilities. Competitive salary and benefits are offered, reflecting the importance of fostering a diverse workforce.

Benefits

Comprehensive health and dental plans

Pension plans

Flexible work arrangements

Qualifications

• Degree or certificate in Administration, Commerce, or equivalent experience.
• Excellent knowledge of convergence and IP based services.
• Demonstrated ability in sales closure.
• Extensive knowledge of competitive communication industry.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent planning and organizing abilities.
• Valid Driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Accountable for sales and revenue for a specific account base.
• Establish credibility with customers' executives.
• Negotiate and execute customer contracts.
• Facilitate joint strategic planning with customers.

Skills

Sales closure ability

Excellent communication skills

Knowledge of convergence/IP services

Organizational skills

Decision-making ability

Education

Degree in Administration/Commerce/Marketing or equivalent

Job description

At SaskTel, we don't just think big – we innovate and lead the way! We enrich everyday life. We empower people, organizations and communities to reach their full potential. If you're passionate, driven, and ready to make a difference, join our dynamic team and be part of something truly transformative!

Account Executive - Indigenous Market

Location: Saskatchewan, SK

Number of Positions: 1

Salary: $91,210 - $121,615 (Based on education and experience)

Type of Position: Permanent Full Time

Closing Date: 02/10/2026

Competition Comments: Position may be located in Prince Albert, Regina, Saskatoon, Yorkton, North Battleford, Weyburn, Estevan, Swift Current or Moose Jaw

Opportunity

We are looking for an innovative individual to engage with Indigenous communities to create social and economic benefits for the province. This position will be on our Indigenous Business Development team reporting to the Director of Indigenous Business Development. This role will work to improve the communities and businesses of our Indigenous customers. We’ve created the most connected province in Canada to First Nations communities, and continually upgrade our network to meet the community needs. This position will also be accountable to develop and manage strong, long term professional business relationships within a specific account base. The successful candidate will get the opportunity to work with SaskTel’s Sales teams and external partners to engage customers in a highly competitive environment. Lastly, these positions will also be responsible for generating new revenue from integrated communication services and solutions while maintaining and protecting existing revenues.

Specific Accountabilities

• Prime accountability for sales and revenue for a specific account base.
• Establish credibility with customer's executive and key influencers through the assessment, recommendation, and design of customized applications.
• Develop and employ appropriate competitive strategies, and continually modify strategies to meet changing circumstances.
• Negotiate and execute customer contracts and ensure customer satisfaction is met or exceeded.
• Facilitate and participate in joint strategic planning with customers to share short- and long-term goals and direction.
• When appropriate, brief and involve SaskTel Executive in the account.
• Accountable for personal development in all aspects of the Account Executive job to ensure personal skills are adequate to meet the demands of a highly competitive marketplace.
• Marshal corporate resources to support account plans.

Qualifications

• Degree in Administration/Commerce/Marketing OR Certificate in Administration/Commerce OR equivalent education and/or experience.
• Excellent knowledge of convergence and IP based services.
• Demonstrated ability in sales closure and ability to work in a highly competitive industry.
• Extensive knowledge of competitive communication industry issues and technologies.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and the ability to influence and persuade others.
• Excellent ability to plan and organize in a self-directed environment.
• Excellent decision-making ability.
• Valid Driver’s license.

Leadership Accountabilities

• Builds and leads a high performing workforce by demonstrating the characteristics of a great leader at SaskTel: Inspires Trust, Brings Passion & Energy, Sees the Big Picture, and Drives Results.
• Fosters employee engagement and purposefully reinforces and role models SaskTel’s corporate culture: Think Big (Innovation and Courage), Make a Difference (Commitment and Community), Focus on Experiences (Simplicity and Agility), and working as OneSaskTel Team.
• Provides clear leadership and oversight of all people-related activities, fostering a fair, inclusive, and collaborative workplace. Leads talent acquisition, development, and retention through effective coaching, feedback, and communication, while ensuring compliance with organizational policies and the collective bargaining agreement.
• Organizes and directs work including prioritizing assignments, establishing objectives, providing regular performance feedback, and taking necessary corrective action as may be required.
• Ensures all relevant policies are understood and complied with, including but not limited to safety, health, environmental, Code of Business Conduct, privacy, cybersecurity, AI usage/utilization, and authorization and signing authorities.
• Oversees financial activities within area of responsibility. Creates and/or monitors annual operating and capital budgets, keeping tabs on budget adherence, and taking necessary actions to address budget variances.
• Responsible for negotiation, execution and/or enforcement of contracts for obtaining goods and services related to the area of responsibility.
• Accountable for proactively identifying, inspiring, and acting on opportunities to innovate and drive process improvements, develop growth initiatives, and improve revenue and/or reduce costs. Driving valuable customer experiences and employee engagement, improving sustainability, and demonstrates commitment to the communities that we serve.

This is an on-site position located at the location(s) above. The successful candidate must be located within the province of Saskatchewan. Out of province/country candidates must be willing to relocate. Flexible work opportunities, in province, may be available.

At SaskTel, we believe in fostering a diverse and inclusive workforce that reflects the customers and communities we serve. We strive to create an environment where all employees feel empowered to contribute their unique perspectives, driving innovation and creativity, while advancing our efforts as Saskatchewan’s leading Information and Communications Technology provider.

As one of Saskatchewan’s Top Employers, we offer rewarding work, competitive salaries, comprehensive health and dental plans, pension plans, flexible work arrangements, paid time off, training & more! For more information on our benefits please refer to SaskTel’s Benefits.

We value diversity as a key aspect of our culture. We are committed to providing equal opportunities for all candidates to participate fully in the recruitment process. If you need any accommodation at any stage of the process, please contact us confidentially at [e-mail].