Account Executive

Gartner; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Uncapped commissions

Generous performance-based rewards

Job summary

A leading technology research firm is seeking an Account Executive in Stamford, Connecticut. This field sales position involves managing enterprise accounts, consulting with C-level executives, and executing sales strategies to drive revenue growth. The ideal candidate will have over 6 years of consultative sales experience in high technology and a bachelor’s degree. The firm offers exceptional compensation, benefits, and opportunities for rapid advancement.

Qualifications

• 6+ years of proven consultative sales experience in high technology.
• Experience managing C-level relationships within large enterprises.
• Knowledge of full sales process from prospecting to close.

Responsibilities

• Consult with C-level clients to develop effective enterprise strategies.
• Manage accounts to increase customer satisfaction and retention.
• Execute Gartner’s internal sales methodology consistently.

Skills

Consultative sales experience

Relationship building

Problem-solving

High technology knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Master’s degree

Job description

About this role

The Account Executive is a field sales role responsible for direct client contract value, retention and growth through contract expansion, and the introduction of new products and services. The territory for this role includes specific enterprise accounts.

What you’ll do

• Consult with C-level executive clients to develop and implement an effective, enterprise wide strategy that maximizes the value Gartner delivers
• Manage accounts with the outcome of increased customer satisfaction, retention and account growth
• Master and consistently execute Gartner’s internal sales methodology
• Demonstrate senior sales leadership through coaching, mentoring and developing junior sales account executives

What you’ll need

• Bachelor’s degree is required; Masters or advanced degree a plus
• 6+ years of proven consultative sales experience in high technology (services, software or hardware)
• Ability to prospect and manage C-level and senior-level relationships within large global enterprises
• Proven experience building excellent client relationships, offering value added, insightful and strategic vision into their business
• Knowledge of the full life cycle of the sales process from prospecting to close

Who you are

• Comfortable selling to, influencing and building trust-based, value-added relationships with senior executives
• Able to solve complex problems and successfully manage ambiguity and unexpected change
• Teachable and embracing of best practices and feedback as a means of continuous improvement
• Consistently high achiever marked by perseverance, humility and a positive outlook in the face of challenges

What we offer

In addition to an outstanding work environment with rapid advancement potential, Gartner sales associates enjoy exceptional compensation and benefits, including:

• Competitive base salary
• Uncapped commissions
• Generous performance-based rewards, including all-expense-paid trips to exotic locations around the world.

About Gartner

Gartner, Inc. (NYSE: IT) is the world’s leading information technology research and advisory company. We deliver the technology-related insight necessary for our clients to make the right decisions, every day. We work with every client to research, analyze and interpret the business of IT within the context of their individual role. Founded in 1979, Gartner is headquartered in Stamford, Connecticut, U.S.A. Visit gartner.com to learn more.

Equal Opportunity

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Job Requisition ID

Job Requisition ID:87799