Associate Account Partner

Salesforce; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 64,935 - 86,905; Full time

Job summary

Salesforce in Dallas is seeking a results‑driven sales professional who can identify and create new qualified opportunities within the existing customer base, advancing deals through the full sales cycle to close.

You will use a consultative selling approach with executives, collaborate with cross‑functional teams on account strategy, and translate business needs into Salesforce solutions that deliver lasting value.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of sales experience with ability to develop and maintain relationships at Director/VP/C-level

Responsibilities

• Identify and create new qualified opportunities within the current customer base, progressing deals through a sales cycle to closed won.
• Engage with the license sales team and customers using a consultative selling approach that positions Salesforce Services as a long‑term trusted advisor.
• Create compelling visions and clearly communicate entry‑point service solutions to generate significant business value from a customer’s Salesforce investment.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional selling teams on account strategy, and partner with the Customer Success ecosystem to ensure customers are optimizing their Salesforce investment.
• Utilize industry expertise and business acumen to understand a customer’s motivation, business drivers, and strategic goals and objectives.

Skills

Sales experience

Executive relationships

Consultative selling

Travel willingness

Job description

About Salesforce

Salesforce is the #1 AI CRM, where humans with agents drive customer success together. Here, ambition meets action. Tech meets trust. And innovation isn’t a buzzword — it’s a way of life. The world of work as we know it is changing and we’re looking for Trailblazers who are passionate about bettering business and the world through AI, driving innovation, and keeping Salesforce's core values at the heart of it all.

What You'll Actually Be Doing

• Identify and create new qualified opportunities within the current customer base, progressing deals through a sales cycle to closed won.
• Engage with the license sales team and customers using a consultative selling approach that positions Salesforce Services as a long‑term trusted advisor.
• Create compelling visions and clearly communicate entry‑point service solutions to generate significant business value from a customer’s Salesforce investment.
• Collaborate with cross‑functional selling teams on account strategy, and partner with the Customer Success ecosystem to ensure customers are optimizing their Salesforce investment.
• Utilize industry expertise and business acumen to understand a customer’s motivation, business drivers, and strategic goals and objectives.

You're Our Person If...

• You have 3+ years of sales experience, with a demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships at the Director, VP, or C‑level where you are recognized as a trusted advisor.
• You have experience navigating complex customer situations within large organizations and gaining executive‑level buy‑in.
• You are able to prioritize and perform effectively under pressure, with great attention to detail and strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• You have expertise facilitating meetings and presenting to executive‑level audiences in a concise, inspirational, and convincing manner.

Even Better If...

• You have 3+ years of consultative sales experience, including 2+ years of inside or field sales experience.
• You consistently meet or exceed quota, with experience closing deals on a 2‑week to 3‑month deal cycle.
• You have knowledge of business processes (such as Sales, Marketing, Service, and Support) and the ability to link those processes with product and technical solutions.
• You have knowledge of Salesforce applications, platform features, capabilities, and best use, and/or experience in Communications, Media, Technology, or Consumer Business Services industries.
• You are comfortable with travel and thrive in a highly collaborative, fast‑paced work environment.

Unleash Your Potential

When you join Salesforce, you’ll be limitless in all areas of your life. Our benefits and resources support you to find balance and be your best, and our AI agents accelerate your impact so you can do your best. Together, we’ll bring the power of Agentforce to organizations of all sizes and deliver amazing experiences that customers love.

Accommodations

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Posting Statement

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Compensation and Benefits

In the United States, compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, job level, job‑related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, and benefits. Salesforce offers a variety of benefits to help you live well including: time off programs, medical, dental, vision, mental health support, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and an employee stock purchasing program. More details about company benefits can be found at the following link: https://www.salesforcebenefits.com. At Salesforce, we believe in equitable compensation practices that reflect the dynamic nature of labor markets across various regions. The typical base salary range for this position is $64,935 - $86,905 annually. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process. The range represents base salary only, and does not include company bonus, incentive for sales roles, equity or benefits, as applicable.