SLED Enterprise Account Executive - State Team - Minnesota and Wiscons…
GranicusFull Time
Entry Level & New Grad
Candidates should possess approximately 12+ years of experience selling SaaS/Cloud based ERP/HCM/Financial/Planning/or Analytics solutions to C-levels from a field sales position, with experience collaborating with internal teams such as pre-sales, value, and inside sales to achieve quota and manage multiple deals simultaneously. They should also have experience managing 18+ month sales cycles and nurturing relationships with executive-level stakeholders in both existing and new business units, while sharing Workday value propositions.
As an Account Executive, the primary responsibility is to drive complex sales cycles by orchestrating internal teams and utilizing consultative selling skills to initiate long-standing relationships with prospective customers and Executive sponsors. This includes developing strategy for prioritizing and closing key opportunities, providing input to product strategy, maintaining accurate sales data, and fostering partnerships with senior leadership to guide customers on a journey towards Workday’s enterprise management cloud solutions and ensuring customer satisfaction throughout the process.
Cloud applications for finance and HR management
Workday provides enterprise cloud applications that focus on finance and human resources for medium to large-sized businesses across various industries. Its main products include Workday Human Capital Management, Workday Financial Management, Workday Adaptive Planning, and Workday Student, which help organizations manage their workforce and streamline financial operations. The software operates on a subscription model, allowing clients to pay a recurring fee based on the number of users and specific modules needed. This model supports continuous updates and improvements to the software. Workday stands out from competitors due to its strong emphasis on customer satisfaction and employee engagement, offering tools like Workday Peakon Employee Voice to enhance workforce experience. The company's goal is to provide essential tools that improve operational efficiency and support businesses in managing their human resources and financial operations effectively.