Salesforce

Named Account Executive, Higher Education

Salesforce

full-time

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Location Type: Hybrid

Location: New York CityNew YorkUnited States

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Salary

💰 $160,300 - $214,400 per year

Job Level

About the role

  • Cultivate and maintain enduring relationships with Higher Education clients
  • Utilize data analysis to pinpoint areas for improvement and make data-driven recommendations.
  • Provide regular progress updates to management regarding client accounts.
  • Monitor and report on key performance metrics, including client retention and revenue growth.
  • Maintain a high level of client satisfaction by consistently exceeding expectations.
  • Work collaboratively with internal teams to devise solutions for complex challenges.
  • Address and resolve client issues in a timely and efficient manner.
  • Keep clients informed about new product features, updates, and enhancements relevant to their needs.
  • Identify growth opportunities within existing accounts and work towards expanding Salesforce services.
  • Collaborate closely with clients to formulate customized account strategies.
  • Educate clients on how Salesforce can empower them to streamline operations and enhance service delivery.
  • Stay informed about industry trends, government regulations, and competitive offerings.
  • Develop an in-depth understanding of Salesforce products and solutions.
  • Conduct regular meetings and check-ins to assess client satisfaction and identify areas for improvement.
  • Act as the primary point of contact, ensuring that client inquiries and concerns are addressed promptly.

Requirements

  • 7-10+ years of quota carrying software or technology sales and account management experience, ideally to Higher Education customers across the West.
  • Work well within a team of various partners within a matrixed environment (client directors, solution engineers, executives, etc.)
  • Highly driven individual with a focus on execution, strong sense of urgency and a belief in our mission.
  • A mix of business curiosity combined with a technical ability to truly address customer data challenges and earn trust
  • Solution selling mentality: develop a plan and solution, articulate value, and navigate complexities of our customers to drive revenue
  • Degree or equivalent relevant experience required.
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Hard Skills & Tools
data analysisSalesforceaccount managementquota carrying salessolution sellingclient retentionrevenue growthperformance metricscustomized account strategiesclient satisfaction
Soft Skills
relationship buildingcollaborationproblem solvingcommunicationexecution focusurgencybusiness curiositytrust buildingadaptabilityclient education