Named Account Executive

We are seeking a proven sales performer to help us grow our market presence penetration with a specific focus on the Public Sector. This Account Executive will be joining the national Public Sector team. This will be a great opportunity for someone who can align the values of Cloud Computing to our Public Sector customers backed by a consistent track record of direct software sales experience at the Enterprise /Public Sector/ Government level. It will suit someone who is a hunter and hungry for new business success built on driving innovative outcomes - especially in the markets of Government - Central, State, and Local, PSUs, and other Government-owned Institutions.

Responsibilities:

• Own a client portfolio of customers and prospects and manage the sales process end to end.
• Build a compelling point of view for the client portfolio that demonstrates the Salesforce capabilities to deliver a digital citizen engagement that is unsurpassed.
• Liaise and build relationships with Public Sector/ Government and Government Owned Enterprise accounts and take ownership of thecertifications/empanelmentrequirements of these organizations.
• To achieve/exceed an annual sales quota by thoroughly qualifying all leads sales opportunities and to leverage business from new established relationships.
• Play a key role as you drive critical initiatives into the targeted territory accounts.
• To strategize, negotiate close business

Minimum Qualifications:

• At least 10 years of software applications sales - preferably cloud-based software
• Previous experience selling complex software solutions to customers in Public Sector/Government/GovernmentOwned Enterprise accounts.
• Strong direct sales experience (not Channel or Partner)
• Ability to manage a wider ecosystem of partners and advisory firms.
• Consistent over-achievement of quota and revenue goals
• A successful history of net new business sales is a must
• Proven track record with relevant customer relationships
• Direct New Business sales experience
• Proven ability to demonstrate and collaborate effectively with virtual and extended teams - both internally externally.
• Proven ability to manage complex tender and commercial processes

Desired Skills:

• SaaS (Software as a Service), PaaS (Platform as a service), IaaS (Infrastructure as a Service)
• Software applications sales experience for a CRM (Customer Relationship Management)
• Strong relationships across State/Central Government IT, Customer/Citizen Business teams
• Degree or equivalent relevant experience required. Experience will be evaluated based on the core proficiencies for the role (eg extracurricular leadership roles, military experience, volunteer roles, work experience, etc)