Mid-Market Account Executive

Navan, Inc.; Los Angeles, Northern (CA, KY); On-site; USD 169,000 - 225,000; Full time

Job summary

Navan, Inc. is seeking a Mid-Market Account Executive to join our growing sales team.

You will manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to close, building lasting relationships with clients post-sale and partnering with Account Management for successful launches and ongoing adoption of Navan's platform. The ideal candidate has 3–5+ years in a closing SaaS role, excels at outbound prospecting, and consistently meets or exceeds targets.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of experience in a full-cycle, closing sales role, ideally within SaaS or similar environment.
• Strong experience in outbound prospecting/cold-calling into new accounts and conducting product demonstrations in a value-based sales environment.
• Proven track record of hitting or exceeding sales targets.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience.

Responsibilities

• Manage the full sales-cycle from prospecting to close.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients post-sale and partner with Account Management to ensure a successful launch, implementation, and ongoing usage of Navan's platform.
• Drive sales by managing and creating opportunities in pipeline leading to the closing of 2-4 deals per quarter.
• Understand Navan's value proposition and solutions using appropriate value-based sales approaches.
• Oversee all sales activity within your account list and ensure accurate monthly forecasting of revenue in Salesforce.
• Meet and exceed monthly revenue targets.
• Work closely with Marketing, Sales Development, and Growth teams to help drive additional revenue from your accounts.
• Maximize prospecting tools such as Sales Navigator, ZoomInfo, and Outreach.

Skills

Full-cycle sales

Outbound prospecting

Pipeline management

Relationship building

Forecasting

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

Salesforce

Sales Navigator

ZoomInfo

Outreach

Job description

Get started Navan Travel is free* — no platform fees

Navan sales organization is seeking a motivated and experienced Mid-Market Account Executive to join our growing team. This is an exciting opportunity to join the first and only all-in-one, people-first travel, corporate card, and expense management super app, that is used by thousands of companies across the globe. Our sales team takes pride in our world-class playbook, strategic sales cycle, and the ability to sell to C-level executives within up and coming companies.

Navan has a projected $180B+ TAM, in which you will have the opportunity to break into new customers with the market-leading, end-to-end travel & expense platform. You will be following a consumption-based selling model and operating within net-new territories, so you must have a proven track record of sourcing, engaging, and closing your own pipeline. The ideal candidate thrives in a hyper growth environment and working collaboratively within a team who troubleshoots, shares learnings, and wins together.

What You'll Do:

• Manage the full sales-cycle from prospecting to close
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients post-sale and partner with Account Management to ensure a success launch, implementation, and ongoing usage of Navan's platform
• Drive sales by managing and creating opportunities in pipeline leading to the closing of 2-4 deals per quarter
• Understand Navan's value proposition and solutions using appropriate value-based sales approaches
• Oversee all sales activity within your account list and ensure accurate monthly forecasting of revenue in Salesforce
• Meet and exceed monthly revenue targets
• Work closely with Marketing, Sales Development, and Growth teams to help drive additional revenue from your accounts
• Maximize prospecting tools such as Sales Navigator, ZoomInfo, and Outreach

What We're Looking For:

• 3-5+ years of experience in a full-cycle, closing sales role ideally within SaaS or similar environment
• Strong experience in outbound prospecting/cold-calling into new accounts and conducting product demonstrations in a value-based sales environment
• Strong drive with a proven track record of hitting or exceeding sales targets
• You are agile, coachable, and always looking to raise the bar looking for opportunities to learn, grow and give/receive feedback
• A natural collaborator, you enjoy working with others and helping out whenever possible
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent work experience
• Previous Sales Methodology training (e.g. MEDDPIC, SPIN, Challenger Sales) a plus

* If based in Los Angeles, San Francisco, or New York City, OTE is 225K. There is also possibility, based on experience and other determining factors, to qualify for a senior level at 255K.

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The posted pay range represents theanticipatedlow and high end of the compensation for this position and is subject to change based on business need. To determine a successful candidate's starting pay, we carefully consider a variety of factors, including primary work location, an evaluation of the candidate's skills and experience, market demands, and internal parity.

For roles with on-target-earnings (OTE), the pay range includes both base salary and target incentive compensation. Target incentive compensation for some roles may include a ramping draw period. Compensation is higher for those who exceed targets. Candidates may receive more information from the recruiter.

Pay Range

$168,750 — $225,000 USD

Navan uses AI-assisted Automated Employment Decision Tool (Metaview) to assist with evaluating resumes against job qualifications for this role. All final decisions are made by human recruiters and hiring managers.

Human oversight: Metaview does not automatically reject candidates or make final hiring decisions. Our recruiters and hiring managers review all outputs and make the final hiring decision regarding every application.

Your rights: If you prefer to have your application reviewed without AI assistance, you may request a human evaluation by entering your email here . Your decision to do so will not affect how your candidacy is evaluated.

Navan (Nasdaq: NAVN) is the global AI-powered business travel and expense platform that makes travel easy for frequent travelers. From finding flights and hotels, to automating expense reconciliation, with 24/7 support along the way, Navan delivers an intuitive experience travelers love and finance teams rely on. See how Navan customers benefit and learn more at navan.com .

Culture of Excellence

Our team is our competitive edge — a high-performance group of smart, driven people committed to winning together. This dedication to excellence is why we’ve been recognized as a Best Place to Work by Built In (2023–2026), a G2 Best Global Software Company (2025–2026), Forbes Cloud 100 (2022–2025), and CNBC Disruptor 50 (2022–2025). At Navan, we provide an environment where top talent excels, offering the autonomy and fast-paced trajectory needed to build a defining career and do the best work of your life.

Navan offers a comprehensive benefits program designed to support your well-being, financial security, and life outside of work. Our benefits, thoughtfully tailored by country to meet local needs, include healthcare coverage, insurance offerings, and wellness resources for you and your family.

We support long-term financial growth through retirement savings programs and opportunities to participate in our equity plans, so you can share in Navan’s success. To promote balance, we offer flexible time off, country-specific holidays, and paid parental leave for all new parents. Additional benefits include connectivity and commuting support*, mental health resources, and exclusive travel-related perks. Wherever you’re based, our benefits evolve with you.

Workplace Policy

Navan believes in the value of in-person connections, whether that’s sitting down to have lunch with one another, taking a walking 1:1, or collaborating in a room together. The connections forged through face-to-face interactions improve company culture and drive business results. Navan invests in global office spaces — in the U.S., Europe, and Asia, among others — that feel welcoming. In-office perks such as company-provided lunches and happy hours create a strong team