Account Executive - Fire

Vector Solutions; United States; Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Vector Solutions is seeking an Account Executive to drive revenue growth in the US market. You will develop sales strategies, own the end-to-end sales cycle, and build strong relationships with customers to understand their needs and deliver value.

You’ll collaborate with Marketing and BD teams, manage CRM activity, forecast against targets, and close new business. The ideal candidate has 1–3 years selling experience, is highly motivated, and comfortable in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• 1–3 years of sales experience in a fast-paced environment.
• Experience in Fire or Public Safety is desirable.
• Proven track record of success driving revenue through prospecting and closing new business.
• Knowledge of information systems and IT infrastructure.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office and CRM applications.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute sales strategies to achieve targets.
• Attract stakeholders, organize customer meetings, and build business cases.
• Differentiate the product with a clear value proposition.
• Forecast and meet substantial revenue targets.
• Identify new business opportunities and follow up.
• Collaborate with Marketing and BD to drive leads.
• Maintain detailed CRM activity and customer interactions.
• Understand customer needs and propose solutions.

Skills

Sales experience

Communication skills

CRM software

Negotiation skills

Relationship building

Tools

MS Office

CRM software

Job description

Description

Vector Solutions is a leading, AI-enabled, performance platform powering safe, compliant, and efficient operations for the public, educational, and commercial sectors. We bring training, safety, and workforce operations together to boost readiness, reduce risk, and drive high-performance results for the everyday heroes who count on us.

To be successful in the role as an Account Executive you have to be sales-driven and a fast-moving person with a strong customer focus. You are passionate about creating value for your customers, which ultimately leads to profitable business for both. Identifying the right decision makers and influencers as well as the courage to ask the right questions is critical to your success. We see that you have excellent Communication skills - you know what to say and more importantly, how to say it. You believe in what we’re doing and won’t stop at anything to deliver on your goals. You are best at what you do, and you know how to get the best out of your colleagues.

What You’ll Do:

• Developing and executing sales strategies and plans in order to achieve sales targets
• Attracting relevant stakeholders for meetings, organizing the customer in a group format, help create a basis for customer business case.
• Demonstrating and clearly differentiating the product from the competition focusing on our clear and compelling value proposition.
• Forecasting and delivering against substantial revenue targets and achieve the assigned sales volume.
• Identifying new business opportunities and follow-up the defined business opportunities.
• Working with Marketing and Business Development teams to drive lead generation and awareness.
• Maintain detailed reports in the CRM system of sales activities including calls, meetings, demonstrations, sales, lost business, and any customer or prospect interactions.
• Communicate with customers and leads to identify and understand the issues they are trying to address; identify and suggest solutions to meet those needs.
• Organizes demonstrations of the functions and utility of products or services to customers based on their needs.
• Ensures customer satisfaction through ongoing communication and relationship management; resolves any issues that may arise post-sale.
• Provides periodic sales plans.
• Other duties as assigned.

What We’re Looking For:

• 1-3 years of sales experience
• Specific work experience in Fire or Public Safety is desirable
• Proven track record of success driving revenue through discovering, prospecting and booking new business
• Knowledge of information systems and IT Infrastructure
• Strong knowledge of MS Office and CRM applications (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint)
• Creativity and organization
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Ability to develop lasting professional relationships with clients
• Strong speaking skills
• Self-motivated and self-directed
• Excellent sales and negotiation skills
• Ability to function well in a high-paced and at times stressful environment
• Ability to travel up to 15% of the time

What You Can Expect From Us:

• Friendly, open, and casual work environment
• Comprehensive benefits package effective the first of the month after hire
• Matching 401(k) retirement plan
• Healthy work-life balance with flexible work arrangements and generous time off
• Generous referral incentive program
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• Pet Insurance
• OnePass Gym/Wellness Discount Program
• Calm Health-Employee Membership
• Company social events
• Employee Resource Groups
• Philanthropic opportunities

What We Value

• Teamwork - Above all, we’re a team. We give and value feedback. We support each other, respect each other, and work together to accomplish our common goals and serve our customers. Once we make decisions, we align behind them as a team.
• Customers First - Our customers’ success is our success. They are why we are here. We work to earn the trust of our customers and always deliver on our commitments.
• Make a Difference - It’s not a job; it’s a calling. We have passion for our mission, for our customers, for our work, and for sharing a fulfilling experience with our fellow team members.
• Inclusiveness - Uniqueness is powerful. We support an environment of respect, belonging, and community that promotes a variety of perspectives and crucial conversations, leading to better outcomes.
• Act Now - We act with urgency. The best time to get something important done is now. We don’t wait and let perfection be the enemy of good.
• Curiosity - We love a good challenge. We’re scrappy, we stretch ourselves to be the best, ask questions, learn from our mistakes, and are dedicated to continually improving and growing.
• Ownership - We own the outcome and don’t pass the buck. The score matters. We hold ourselves and each other accountable. We treat company resources like they are our own.

Vector Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, gender, race, color, religion, national origin, age, pregnancy, disability, genetic information, or status as a protected veteran.

The base salary range provided is a good-faith estimate at the time of posting. Actual pay may vary based on factors such as skills, qualifications, experience, and work location. Compensation will always comply with applicable state and local pay laws, including but not limited to those in California, Colorado, New York, and Washington.