Account Executive, AHT/GTS

Gartner; Stamford (CT); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision Plans

401K matching

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Gartner, based in Stamford, Connecticut, is seeking an Account Executive to drive client retention and growth. This role involves consulting with C-level executives and requires 5-8 years of proven consultative sales experience.

Benefits include a competitive salary, medical plans, generous paid time off, and a collaborative, diverse culture.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of proven consultative sales experience, preferably in high technology.
• Strong demonstration of intellect, drive, executive presence.
• Proven experience building excellent client relationships at C-level.

Responsibilities

• Account management aimed at customer satisfaction and retention.
• Quota management of $800,000+ within major client accounts.
• Mastery of Gartner’s sales methodology.

Skills

Consultative sales experience

Client relationship management

Sales acumen

Presentation skills

Computer proficiency

Education

Bachelor’s or master’s degree

Job description

Account Executive

About the role:

The Account Executive is a field-based, direct sales role responsible for both client retention as well as growth through contract expansion and the introduction of new products and services. You will consult with C-level executives to develop and implement an effective, enterprise-wide strategy that maximizes the value delivered by Gartner’s products and services.

What you’ll do:

• Account management with an outcome of increased customer satisfaction and an increase in retention and account growth
• Quota responsibility of $800,000+ of contract value within a territory of major client accounts
• Mastery and consistent execution of Gartner’s sales methodology
• Account planning and territory management
• Managing forecast accuracy on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis
• Maintaining competitive knowledge and focus
• In-depth knowledge of Gartner’s products and services

What you’ll need:

• 5-8 years of experience with proven consultative sales, preferably in high technology (services, software, or consultative environment), with evidence of prior success in Sales
• Strong demonstration of intellect, drive, executive presence and sales acumen
• Proven experience building excellent client relationships at C-level within large enterprise organisations
• Strong computer proficiency and presentation skills
• Knowledge of the full life cycle of the sales process
• Bachelor’s or master’s degree – desired

What you will get:

• Competitive salary, generous paid time off policy, charity match program and more!
• Medical, Dental & Vision Plans, Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401K matching
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture that embraces diversity
• Professional development and unlimited growth opportunities

Job Requisition ID: 97708

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