Account Executive

TransPerfect Connect; Minneapolis (MN); On-site; USD 46,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Retirement benefits

Paid time off

Birthday off

Other voluntary benefits

Job summary

TransPerfect Connect is seeking an Account Executive to develop new business relationships and provide support to existing clients. This role involves researching prospects, negotiating rates, and ensuring client satisfaction.

Qualified candidates will have a Bachelor’s degree and 1-3 years of sales experience, with excellent communication and problem-solving skills. The position offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance and 401k matching.

Qualifications

• 1-3 years of sales experience.
• Proven sales life cycle experience from lead generation to closing.
• Track record of achieving sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Develop new business relationships and serve existing clients.
• Research prospective clients using various strategies.
• Negotiate rates and deadlines with clients.
• Educate clients on the translation process.

Skills

Excellent English communication skills

Sales experience

Problem-solving skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Time management skills

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

TransPerfect Is More Than Just a Job…

Our greatest asset is our people, and nothing is more important to us than ensuring that everyone knows that. Each of our 100+ offices has its own individual identity, and each also has its own unique rewards.

Who We Are

TransPerfect was founded with a mission to help the world’s businesses navigate the global marketplace. Today, we have grown to be an industry leader organization by helping clients globalize their business no matter what service they might need. TransPerfect provides a full array of language and business support services, including translation, multicultural marketing, website globalization, legal support, and any kind of technology solution.

What You Will Be Doing

The position of Account Executive is responsible for developing new business relationships and serving as the first level of support to existing clients.

Responsibilities

• Research prospective clients through several strategies including internet research, trade show lists, referrals, yellow pages, various professional directories and personal investigation
• Create accurate spreadsheets of prospective client data including names, titles, phone numbers, addresses and various other information
• Generate daily mailings to prospective clients using updated and accurate spreadsheets
• Cold call prospective clients
• Creatively problem solve to improve current new business development strategy
• Negotiate rates and deadlines with prospective and current clients
• Educate prospective and existing clients regarding the translation process, including TransPerfect’s rates, justification for turnaround time and competitors’ information
• Liaise with production to ensure that all jobs are handled appropriately and with keen attention to detail, resulting in a perfect product
• Consistently follow up with clients to ensure their satisfaction with delivery, quality and customer service
• Research and understand all industries that TransPerfect markets to, including industry leaders, current events, and any other pertinent data
• Perform other special projects or duties when required

Why TransPerfect

For more than 25 years, we have honed a culture where all kinds of ideas are shared and new ventures are not only welcomed but also encouraged. In this fast-paced environment, employees are intellectually stimulated, so they can grow alongside the organization. From Intern to President, we believe that every single employee should have a voice and contribute to the amazing services we offer our clients.

We also offer a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401k matching, membership to child-care providers, and other TransPerks. You even get your birthday off because let’s face it, we’re stoked that you were born.

Equal Employment Opportunity

TransPerfect provides equal employment opportunity to all individuals regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, federal, or local law.

Additional Information

For more information on the TransPerfect Family of Companies, please visit our website at www.transperfect.com

Salary Transparency

Compensation range: $46,000 - $48,000
Additional earnings: Eligible to earn bonuses
Benefits: Health insurance, retirement benefits, paid time off, other voluntary benefits

Job Requirements

Who We Are Looking For

• Your experience includes:
• Minimum Bachelor’s degree
• Excellent English communication (written and verbal) skills
• Between 1-3 years of sales experience
• Proven sales life cycle experience - lead generation through business closing
• Proven track record in achieving sales targets
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Effective time management skills