Strategic Account Executive — AI SaaS Growth

Slang AI; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Slang AI in Chicago is seeking an Account Executive to drive growth within our sales team, partnering with the Head of Sales and cross-functional teams.

You will prospect, qualify, and close opportunities in SaaS hospitality tech, delivering value-based demos and building lasting client relationships. Occasional travel may be required.

Join a collaborative, fast-paced startup culture where learner fervor and ownership are rewarded as you help redefine restaurant customer experiences.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of sales experience with a proven track record of exceeding targets.

Responsibilities

• Hunting and closing: proactively prospecting and closing new business opportunities.
• Value-based discovery and demos: listen to uncover business impact and position Slang.
• Growing key markets: expand existing and new market segments.
• Pipeline management: manage the sales pipeline for a steady flow of closed deals.
• Leverage AI to innovate and drive process efficiency.
• Collaborative support: work with Implementation and Customer Success teams.
• Exceeding targets: consistently achieve monthly quotas.

Skills

Sales experience

Self-starter

Hunter

Closer

Growth mindset

Business acumen

Grit

Adaptability

Coachability

Communication skills

SaaS experience

Hospitality experience (Hotels/rest)

Job description

Slang AI in Chicago is seeking an Account Executive to drive growth within our sales team, partnering with the Head of Sales and cross-functional teams.

You will prospect, qualify, and close opportunities in SaaS hospitality tech, delivering value-based demos and building lasting client relationships. Occasional travel may be required.

Join a collaborative, fast-paced startup culture where learner fervor and ownership are rewarded as you help redefine restaurant customer experiences.