Account Executive - Medium Enterprise - Higher Education

Workday, Inc.; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 141,000 - 174,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Account Executive to drive new customer growth in the enterprise software market. This role is pivotal in guiding clients from legacy systems to innovative cloud solutions, ensuring their satisfaction from day one. Join a vibrant team that values integrity and collaboration while focusing on delivering tailored solutions that create lasting value. If you are passionate about sales and eager to contribute to a culture that prioritizes employee well-being, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience in SaaS/Cloud sales to C-level executives.
• Proven track record in high-velocity sales cycles.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategy for targeting and closing key opportunities.
• Perform account planning and maintain accurate sales data.

Skills

Sales Skills

Negotiation Skills

Communication Skills

Lead Generation

Job description

Your work days are brighter here.

At Workday, it all began with a conversation over breakfast. When our founders met at a sunny California diner, they came up with an idea to revolutionize the enterprise software market. And when we began to rise, one thing that really set us apart was our culture. A culture which was driven by our value of putting our people first. And ever since, the happiness, development, and contribution of every Workmate is central to who we are. Our Workmates believe a healthy employee-centric, collaborative culture is the essential mix of ingredients for success in business. That’s why we look after our people, communities and the planet while still being profitable. Feel encouraged to shine, however that manifests: you don’t need to hide who you are. You can feel the energy and the passion, it's what makes us unique. Inspired to make a brighter work day for all and transform with us to the next stage of our growth journey? Bring your brightest version of you and have a brighter work day here.

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About the Team

Workmates pride themselves on winning while having fun! That means supporting each other while driving accountability for amazing results and performance. This team is no different. Everything we do inspires a brighter work day for all. The Enterprise Sales team at Workday helps the company to continue to grow by balancing integrity and innovation, ensuring Workmates have the environment to bring their best self, and get better by pushing and developing themselves and the Workmates around them.

About the Role

Here at Workday, our Account Executives are key players in our Field Sales organization. With a net new revenue focus, they are the fuel for Workday’s new customer growth. This fantastic team of hardworking professionals play a key role in guiding new customers on a journey that can see them leave the limitations of legacy platforms behind and move forward with a new class of enterprise management cloud. As a team, we believe that in partnering with our customers to craft relevant solutions that deliver long lasting value is super important. We want to make sure that our customers are positively satisfied from day one and forever ongoing.

Responsibilities

• Develop strategy for prioritizing, targeting, and closing key opportunities in assigned territory

• Perform account planning for assigned accounts, coordinating with pre-sales and other resources to ensure strategic alignment

• Initiate and support sales of Workday solutions within Medium Enterprise prospects and shares Workday value propositions

• Maintain accurate and timely customer/prospect, pipeline, and service forecast data

About You

Basic Qualifications

• 8+ years of experience selling SaaS/Cloud based ERP / HCM / Financial / Planning / or Analytics solutions to C-levels from a field sales position.

• Experience negotiating deals with a variety of C-Suite Executives to close opportunities

• Experience in engaging in a programmatic approach to generate and develop leads within your territory

Other Qualifications

• Proven track record in a high-velocity sales cycle, including prospecting for a portion of opportunities

• Understanding of the strategic competitive landscape of the industry by staying up to date with trends and customer needs so you can effectively position Workday solutions within accounts

• Experience leveraging and partnering with internal team members on account strategies

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Workday Pay Transparency Statement

The annualized base salary ranges for the primary location and any additional locations are listed below. Workday pay ranges vary based on work location. As a part of the total compensation package, this role may be eligible for the Workday Bonus Plan or a role-specific commission/bonus, as well as annual refresh stock grants. Recruiters can share more detail during the hiring process. Each candidate’s compensation offer will be based on multiple factors including, but not limited to, geography, experience, skills, job duties, and business need, among other things. For more information regarding Workday’s comprehensive benefits, please click here.

Primary Location: CAN.ON.Toronto Primary CAN Base Pay Range: $141,800 - $173,300 CAD Additional CAN Location(s) Base Pay Range: $141,800 - $173,300 CAD

Our Approach to Flexible Work

With Flex Work, we’re combining the best of both worlds: in-person time and remote. Our approach enables our teams to deepen connections, maintain a strong community, and do their best work. We know that flexibility can take shape in many ways, so rather than a number of required days in-office each week, we simply spend at least half (50%) of our time each quarter in the office or in the field with our customers, prospects, and partners (depending on role). This means you'll have the freedom to create a flexible schedule that caters to your business, team, and personal needs, while being intentional to make the most of time spent together. Those in our remote "home office" roles also have the opportunity to come together in our offices for important moments that matter.

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Workday is an Equal Opportunity Employer including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans.