Account Executive, LE, GBS (Sales Practice)

Gartner; Illinois; On-site; USD 102,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Generous paid time off policy

401(k) match up to $7,200 per year

Annual bonus plan

World-class sales training programs

Collaborative culture

Job summary

Gartner is seeking a Named Account Executive to drive account retention and sales growth with large enterprise clients. The role involves working with Chief Sales Officers and other executives, ensuring they maximize the value received from Gartner’s services.

Ideal candidates will have 5-10+ years of B2B sales experience, preferably within complex sales environments, and a track record of exceeding sales targets. A competitive salary range from $102,000 to $147,000 along with generous PTO and benefits is offered.

Qualifications

• 5-10+ years’ B2B sales experience, preferably within complex, intangible sales environments.
• Experience selling to and/or influencing C-Level Executives.
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets.

Responsibilities

• Drive value delivery with current Gartner clients.
• Identify, cultivate, qualify, and close client growth opportunities.
• Build a pipeline of high-quality opportunities to meet sales metrics.
• Quota responsibility for your assigned territory.

Skills

B2B sales experience

Influencing C-Level Executives

Sales targets achievement

Sales process management

Travel willingness

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Job description

About this role

The Named Account Executive is responsible for working with existing clients, selling into Chief Sales Officers, Heads of Sales, CROs, and Sales Leaders for some of our largest NAMED accounts. They understand the mission‑critical priorities of their clients and ensure clients receive the value from the Gartner relationship that they expect, while also identifying opportunities for stronger value delivery with alternative product offerings. They are responsible for driving account retention and growth, understanding our clients’ most critical priorities and demonstrating Gartner’s value.

Account Executives will be given a territory of Large Enterprise clients.

In our Large Enterprise segment, Account Executives work with clients who have ~+$1bil in annual revenue.

What you will do

• Drive value delivery with current Gartner clients, ensuring clients maximize the value they receive from their Gartner services
• Identify, cultivate, qualify, and close client growth opportunities through cross‑sell and upsell
• Continually build a pipeline of high‑quality opportunities to deliver against your sales metrics, ensuring KPI's are met
• Quota responsibility for your assigned territory
• Manage complex high‑revenue sales across matrix and diverse business environments
• Own forecasting and account planning on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis

What you will need

• 5-10+ years’ B2B sales experience, preferably within complex, intangible sales environments
• Experience selling to and/or influencing C‑Level Executives
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets
• Proven ability to own, manage, and forecast a complex sales process
• Willingness to conduct travel as needed
• Bachelor’s degree preferred

What you will get

• Competitive salary, generous paid time off policy, charity match program, and more!
• Uncapped commission structure
• World‑class sales training programs and skill development programs
• Annual "Winners Circle" event attendance at exclusive destinations for top performers
• Collaborative, team‑oriented culture that embraces inclusion
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Base salary range: 102,000 USD – 147,000 USD (actual salaries may vary based on experience and location). In addition to base salary, employees participate in an annual bonus plan or a role‑based uncapped sales incentive plan.
• Benefits: generous PTO, a 401(k) match up to $7,200 per year, opportunity to purchase company stock at a discount, and more.

Equal Employment Opportunity

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