Enterprise Account Executive- SLED

Smartsheet; Milwaukee (WI); Remote; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Enterprise Account Executive, where you will leverage your extensive sales experience to drive growth in the Higher Education sector. This role offers the opportunity to build strong relationships with key decision-makers, navigate complex procurement processes, and tailor solutions to meet specific institutional needs. With a focus on consultative selling and a data-driven approach, you will play a crucial role in expanding the company's footprint within the education landscape. Enjoy a competitive salary, generous benefits, and the chance to make a significant impact in a dynamic environment.

Benefits

100% Employer-Paid Premiums

401k Match

Monthly Stipend

Life Insurance

Paid Holidays

Parental Leave

Volunteer Day

Professional Growth Opportunities

Teleworking Options

Company Funded Perks

Qualifications

• 7+ years of full cycle sales experience in a tech-oriented field.
• Proven success selling into state and local governments.
• Experience with RFPs and procurement cycles.

Responsibilities

• Navigate complex procurement processes in Higher Education.
• Build relationships with key stakeholders at colleges and universities.
• Develop tailored proposals based on customer needs.

Skills

Full Cycle Sales Experience

Enterprise Software Sales

Relationship Management

Consultative Selling

Data-Driven Sales Approach

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Tools

CRM Software

Google Suite

Job description

Smartsheet is a tech company with a human story to tell. We’re here to empower teams to manage projects, automate workflows, and rapidly build new secure solutions, using simple no-code tools. We’re revolutionaries – so for us changing the way the world works is all in a day’s work.

Smartsheet is seeking an experienced sales professional to join our team as aEnterprise Account Executive. You will have a history of performance in quota attainment and developing customer accounts developing customer accounts within the Higher Education or State and Local Government sector.

This remote will cover the Central Region (Illinois and Wisconsin) and report to a Regional Director, Enterprise EDU. This role is hiring for individuals local to the Illinois and Wisconsin area. You will leverage your expertise in enterprise software sales and deep understanding of the higher education landscape to build strong relationships with key decision-makers, including CIOs, CTOs, provosts, and other senior administrators. This role requires a strategic approach to sales, a consultative selling style, and the ability to navigate complex procurement processes.

You Will:

• Navigate complex Higher Education and School District procurement processes and cycles
• Identify and engage key stakeholders at colleges and universities, including executive leadership, IT, academic, and administrative teams
• Expectations for customer travel will be based on opportunities with a key customer, preferred at least 1x per quarter
• Understand and respond to Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and Requests for Quotes (RFQs)
• Build and maintain strong relationships with CIOs, IT Directors, Procurement Officers, and other key stakeholders
• Apply industry knowledge and research
• Travel onsite to key customers for executive presentations, user group presentations, and industry specific events
• Tailor sales presentations and proposals to address the specific needs and challenges of Higher Education Institutions or School Districts
• Maintain expertise in enterprise technology solutions, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, networking, SaaS, and digital transformation
• Execute a solution-based sales process encompassing multiple groups within accounts with 5k-20k+ employees
• Develop and prospect new business opportunities within existing customers by analyzing and proactively targeting high-value needs across multiple departments and agencies
• Leverage existing relationships to expand Smartsheet’s footprint into other departments within the departments and drive revenue or growth during renewals
• Articulate and demonstrate Smartsheet's unique organizational solutions and functional value
• Build executive awareness, sales pipeline and bookings growth within your territory
• Facilitate and manage the partnerships with Sales Engineers, Solutions Consultants, Sales Development and Customer Success teams to manage full sales cycle and close business
• Develop tailored proposals based on customers desired outcomes
• Use sales enablement tools to identify business need and personalize approach as to how Smartsheet can add value to the customer’s business
• Track and utilize key metrics in order to effectively forecast sales pipeline and sales activity using our CRM platform
• Work with multiple functional departments and roles to manage customer life cycle from pre-sale to renewal

You Have:

• 7+ years of years of full cycle sales experience (prospecting to close) in a technology oriented field. SaaS is highly preferred but not required.
• Located in the Illinois or Wisconsin territory region
• Proven track record of success selling into state and local governments, K-12, or higher education institutions.
• Experience with RFPs, procurement cycles, and government contracting vehicles (e.g., NASPO, GSA, DIR, etc.).
• Experience maintaining customer relationships and maintaining relationships in a B2B environment
• Ability to travel as needed within the assigned region
• Experience prospecting and managing a designated territory to maximize revenue growth
• The ability to research accounts to uncover opportunities for up-sell within existing plans, and multi-thread opportunities across the organization
• A data-driven sales approach that informs your process and guidance to customers
• The ability to work effectively under pressure; with a strong work ethic while being self-directed and resourceful
• Strong relationship management skills and the ability to manage strategic interactions with senior level management
• Familiarity of CRM software packages and proficiency with Google Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• HSA, 100% employer-paid premiums, or Buy-up medical/vision and dental coverage options for full-time employees
• 401k Match to help you save for your future (50% of your contribution up to the first 6% of your eligible pay)
• Monthly stipend to support your work and productivity
• US employees are automatically covered under Smartsheet-sponsored life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability plans
• US employees receive 12 paid holidays per year
• Up to 24 weeks of Parental Leave
• Personal paid Volunteer Day to support our community
• Opportunities for professional growth and development including access to Udemy online courses
• Company Funded Perks, including a counseling membership, local retail discounts, and your own personal Smartsheet account
• Teleworking options from any registered location in the U.S. (role specific)

Smartsheet provides a competitive base salary range for roles that may be hired in different geographic areas we are licensed to operate our business from. Actual compensation is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, level of professional, educational experience, skills, and specific candidate location. In addition, this role will be eligible for a market competitive incentive opportunity.

US Base Salary Pay Range

$90,000 - $125,000 USD

Get to Know Us:

At Smartsheet, we’ve created a place where everyone is welcome — people from all over the world, all backgrounds, all ages, all colors, and all beliefs working side by side. Here, everyone can make a difference and empower others to do the same. You’re encouraged to apply even if your experience doesn’t precisely match our job description—if your career path has been nontraditional, that will set you apart. At Smartsheet, we empower everyone, everywhere to change the way the world works—join us!

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Smartsheet is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment with the best employees. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable laws in the US, UK, Australia, Germany, Costa Rica, Japan, Bulgaria, and India. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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