Account Executive II

Slang AI; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Slang AI in Chicago is seeking an Account Executive to drive growth within our sales team, partnering with the Head of Sales and cross-functional teams.

You will prospect, qualify, and close opportunities in SaaS hospitality tech, delivering value-based demos and building lasting client relationships. Occasional travel may be required.

Join a collaborative, fast-paced startup culture where learner fervor and ownership are rewarded as you help redefine restaurant customer experiences.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of sales experience with a proven track record of exceeding targets.

Responsibilities

• Hunting and closing: proactively prospecting and closing new business opportunities.
• Value-based discovery and demos: listen to uncover business impact and position Slang.
• Growing key markets: expand existing and new market segments.
• Pipeline management: manage the sales pipeline for a steady flow of closed deals.
• Leverage AI to innovate and drive process efficiency.
• Collaborative support: work with Implementation and Customer Success teams.
• Exceeding targets: consistently achieve monthly quotas.

Skills

Sales experience

Self-starter

Hunter

Closer

Growth mindset

Business acumen

Grit

Adaptability

Coachability

Communication skills

SaaS experience

Hospitality experience (Hotels/rest)

Job description

Slang AI is redefining customer engagement through conversational AI, making every interaction seamless and efficient. Our mission is to transform the restaurant industry by providing the ultimate voice AI solution for consistently outstanding customer experiences.

At Slang AI, we believe how we build matters just as much as what we build. We foster a culture rooted in hospitality, ownership, and clarity, where every “Slangsta” feels valued, supported, and connected to the broader impact of our work in the AI‑powered future of restaurants.

What Your Experience Will Be

As an Account Executive at Slang AI, you will play a pivotal role in driving our business forward. Collaborating closely with the Head of Sales and your manager, you will be integral to our rapid growth phase. You will work within the Sales department, engaging with various internal teams, such as Product and Customer Experience, to ensure a cohesive customer journey. Occasional travel may be required for attending conferences or company off‑site meetings. Additionally, you will leverage sales technology to enhance productivity and connectivity with prospects and with your teammates.

Why You Belong Here & How You Will Grow

At Slang, you believe that trust is a foundational layer to any relationship starting internally as a Slangsta through your touch points with each prospect. We cultivate a culture where every Slangsta has a deep sense of pride in their achievements with humility. Our team is collaborative, supportive, and driven by shared goals fostering an abundance mindset in addition to belonging and inclusivity. We offer experiences and benefits designed to foster a sense of community both within and outside the organization. Learner Fervor represents our strongest attribute for growth, as we challenge each employee to take every opportunity to learn especially when it’s hard. You will grow not only as a professional but also as an individual. We support and foster opportunities for learning and development, aligning with your career aspirations. From weekly team trainings to 1:1 coaching sessions with your manager or peers, company‑wide workshops, we will help your journey in finding purpose in your work and achieving your fullest potential.

What Success Looks Like

• Hunting and Closing: Proactively prospecting and closing new business opportunities.
• Value‑Based Discovery and Demos: Actively listening to expertly uncover business impact, quantify value, and position Slang as uniquely qualified to deliver those outcomes.
• Growing Key Markets: Expanding both existing and new market segments strategically.
• Pipeline Management: Managing your sales pipeline to ensure quality multi‑threading with key stakeholders, driving urgency of purchase, and navigating the buying process to ensure a predictable and steady flow of closed deals.
• Leverage AI to innovate and drive process efficiency and achieve business objectives.
• Collaborative Support: Working closely with the Implementation and Customer Success teams to ensure smooth customer onboarding and expansion of existing accounts you have worked with.
• Exceeding Targets: Consistently achieving and surpassing monthly sales quotas and weekly top‑of‑funnel metrics.

What You Will Bring

• Experience: 3+ years of sales experience with a proven track record of exceeding targets.
• Traits and Behaviors: Described by others as a self‑starter, hunter, closer, curious, resourceful, and resilient. You possess a growth mindset and hustle to achieve your very best.
• Business Acumen: The ability to speak directly to a prospect’s business problems, understand the industry, and act as a consultant.
• Grit: You give your very best in everything you do and take ownership of the outcomes. Adversity and challenges don’t deter you from your commitment to driving results.
• Adaptability: Thrives in a fast‑paced and ever‑evolving startup environment and excels under pressure.
• Coachability: Open to feedback, self‑motivated, and innovative in your approach.
• Communication Skills: Strong in both written and verbal communication, a good listener, assertive, persistent, and persuasive, with a high EQ.
• Preferred Experience: Experience in SaaS or hospitality (Hotels or restaurants) is a plus.

How Work Affects My Life

At Slang AI, your role as an Account Executive will not only shape your professional trajectory but also enhance your personal well‑being. We offer competitive compensation, including various rewards and benefits, to reflect your value to the company. By joining Slang AI, you’ll find your work meaningful and aligned with your personal goals, shaping a positive worldview and reinforcing your sense of worth by helping businesses more efficiently serve their customers and alleviate pain for their staff while developing your business and hospitality AI acumen and skills.

Compensation Breakdown

• 50/50 Mix
• 85K base + 85K Variable

Compensation & Location

Compensation for this role is location‑based and benchmarked against local market data aligned to the employee’s primary work location. Total compensation includes a mix of cash and equity and may vary by location, role level, and experience. Our range is therefore wide and not meant as a negotiation range.