Enterprise Account Executive- SLED

Smartsheet Inc; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Enterprise Account Executive to empower teams in the Higher Education sector. In this remote role, you will leverage your extensive sales experience to build strong relationships with key decision-makers while navigating complex procurement processes. Your strategic approach will be crucial in tailoring solutions that meet the unique challenges of educational institutions. Join a company committed to inclusivity and innovation, where your contributions will help redefine how teams manage projects and workflows. If you are driven by success and passionate about making a difference, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 7+ years of full cycle sales experience in a technology-oriented field.
• Proven track record of success selling into state and local governments.
• Strong relationship management skills and ability to manage strategic interactions.

Responsibilities

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

Skills

Sales Experience

Relationship Management

Consultative Selling

Understanding of Higher Education

Data-Driven Sales Approach

Communication Skills

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 a Enterprise Account Executive. You will have a history of performance in quota attainment and developing customer accounts within the Higher Education or State and Local Government sector.

This remote role will cover the SC/NC/TN territory region 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
• 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
• 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 full cycle sales experience (prospecting to close) in a technology oriented field. SaaS is highly preferred but not required.
• Located in the SC/NC/TN 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 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 with CRM software packages and proficiency with Google Suite
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

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.