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Named Account Executive, Aerospace

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Named Account Executive, Aerospace

McLean, VA

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  • Core Account Executive- Aerospace

    As a Named Account Executive, you would be responsible for generating new business in existing accounts and in new markets, as well as playing a key role as you drive strategic, enterprise-wide xRM, analytics, and application platform initiatives.

    You will use your skills to develop opportunities, through both warm leads and whitespace prospecting.

    • Develop key customer stakeholder relationships and drive customer satisfaction at assigned accounts,
    • Assist with the development and execution of overall long-term strategy for the account, aligned to customer business objectives,
    • Coordinate internal resources to meet customer business needs,
    • Assist with account planning at assigned accounts, coordinating with other sales resources (Salesforce Core AE's, Prime AE's, Cloud AE's, etc.) to ensure strategic alignment.
    • Share value proposition for existing and/or new customers,
    • Drive growth within new and existing assigned accounts
    • Degree or equivalent relevant experience required. Experience will be evaluated based on the core competencies for the role (e.g. extracurricular leadership roles, military experience, volunteer roles, work experience, etc.

    You will work closely with your customers as a trusted advisor to deeply understand their unique company challenges and goals. You will consult with customers on the Salesforce Platform to evangelize the solution that will help them reach their business goals and blaze new trails within their organizations.
    You will contribute to our business growth in a fast paced, collaborative, and fun atmosphere, as a valued member of our Ohana.

    Roles & Top Qualifications:

    Aerospace/GSI Named Account Executives require 10+ years of quota carrying software or technology sales, account management and Enterprise-level sales experience with a proven track record of success focused on selling into Government System Integrators.

    **Strong preference for candidates living in DMV area.

    Across all sales teams, we are looking for the following attributes:

    Proven Track Record of Achievement
    Planning and Closing Skills
    Large Deal Experience
    Software Sales Experience
    Consultative Selling Experience
    Prospecting Skills
    Strong Communication Skills
    Strong Business Acumen
    Competitive Spirit
    Ability to Collaborate
    Resourceful
    Coachable
    Drive for Results
    Ability to work in fast-paced, team environment
    Strong Executive Presence
    Experience Articulating ROI
    Solution Selling Ability
    Strong Discovery Skills
    Objection Handling Skills

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Client-provided location(s): McLean, VA, USA
Job ID: Salesforce-JR291318
Employment Type: Full Time

Perks and Benefits

  • Health and Wellness

    • Health Insurance
    • Health Reimbursement Account
    • Dental Insurance
    • Vision Insurance
    • Life Insurance
    • Short-Term Disability
    • Long-Term Disability
    • FSA
    • FSA With Employer Contribution
    • HSA
    • HSA With Employer Contribution
    • Fitness Subsidies
    • On-Site Gym
    • Mental Health Benefits
  • Parental Benefits

    • Adoption Leave
    • Return-to-Work Program
    • Birth Parent or Maternity Leave
    • Non-Birth Parent or Paternity Leave
    • Fertility Benefits
    • Adoption Assistance Program
    • Family Support Resources
  • Work Flexibility

    • Flexible Work Hours
    • Remote Work Opportunities
    • Hybrid Work Opportunities
  • Office Life and Perks

    • Casual Dress
    • Happy Hours
    • Snacks
    • Some Meals Provided
    • Company Outings
  • Vacation and Time Off

    • Paid Vacation
    • Unlimited Paid Time Off
    • Paid Holidays
    • Personal/Sick Days
    • Leave of Absence
    • Sabbatical
    • Volunteer Time Off
  • Financial and Retirement

    • 401(K)
    • 401(K) With Company Matching
    • Company Equity
    • Stock Purchase Program
    • Performance Bonus
    • Relocation Assistance
    • Financial Counseling
  • Professional Development

    • Tuition Reimbursement
    • Learning and Development Stipend
    • Promote From Within
    • Mentor Program
    • Shadowing Opportunities
    • Access to Online Courses
    • Lunch and Learns
    • Internship Program
    • Leadership Training Program
    • Professional Coaching
    • Work Visa Sponsorship
  • Diversity and Inclusion

    • Employee Resource Groups (ERG)
    • Unconscious Bias Training
    • Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion Program

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