Commercial Account Executive at Articulate

United States

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Not SpecifiedCompensation

Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level

Full TimeJob Type

UnknownVisa

SaaS, EdTechIndustries

Requirements

Minimum 3 years of experience in a sales or business development role
Minimum 2 years of experience with cold outreach and cold calling, where you’ve had success in creating and closing self-sourced business
Solid computer skills, including experience with Salesforce and/or Outreach
Excellent attention to detail and follow-through, with the ability to handle and prioritize high-volume activities without letting anything fall through the cracks
Ability to tailor communication to the prospect’s needs with authority and strong verbal and written communication skills
Independence at managing personal sales pipeline, and other duties as assigned or time allows
A can-do, positive attitude
Positive, energetic phone presence
Thoughtfulness and be a trustworthy doer
BA or BS degree or equivalent experience

Responsibilities

Manage pipeline by proactively leading prospects through the sales process using MEDDPICC & Challenger Sales methodologies
Develop and execute strategies for acquiring net-new customers and grow Articulate revenue in existing customers in your assigned territory
Develop a deep understanding of Articulate 360 and demonstrate competency around other Articulate product
Take control of the sales process by understanding prospect pain points, challenging prospect assumptions, creating constructive tension, providing commercial teaching, and closing Articulate 360 sales
Teach prospects about their industries and offer unique insights that cause prospects to think differently about their business
Conduct needs analysis with prospects and provide product demonstrations that solve the needs of the prospect
Use insights and consultative selling techniques to teach prospects about their industry and offer unique perspectives on their business, linking back to Articulate solutions
Create quarterly territory plans that outline your outbound and inbound strategies
Create sales quotes, negotiate with prospects, and explain Articulate subscription options that meet the needs of prospective customers
Meet (and exceed) revenue goals
Work cooperatively with other Articulate teams to deliver an exceptional customer experience
Keep current with existing and new apps as well as industry trends
Available during requested business hours, Monday - Friday to respond to incoming sales inquiries (unless prior approval from management has been given)
Other sales duties as assigned

Skills

Key technologies and capabilities for this role

MEDDPICCChallenger SalesPipeline ManagementTerritory PlanningConsultative SellingProduct DemonstrationSales NegotiationQuota ManagementCustomer Acquisition

Questions & Answers

Common questions about this position

Is this position remote?

Yes, this is a full-time remote position.

What sales experience is required for this role?

Candidates need a minimum of 3 years of experience in a sales or business development role and at least 2 years with cold outreach and cold calling, including success in creating and closing self-sourced business.

What tools or software experience is needed?

Solid computer skills are required, including experience with Salesforce and/or Outreach.

What is the work environment like at Articulate?

The environment offers tons of autonomy, is high-volume and fast-paced, and emphasizes teamwork focused on providing outstanding experiences for customers, prospects, and internal colleagues.

What makes a strong candidate for this Commercial Account Executive role?

Strong candidates have proven cold calling success, excellent attention to detail, strong communication skills, independence in managing their sales pipeline, and a positive, can-do attitude.

Articulate

E-learning software for course creation

About Articulate

Articulate provides e-learning software and resources aimed at businesses, educational institutions, and individual course creators. Its main product, Articulate 360, is a subscription service that includes tools like Storyline 360 and Rise 360, which help users create interactive online courses without needing advanced technical skills. Storyline 360 allows for the development of custom e-learning courses, while Rise 360 is designed for ease of use and responsive design, making it suitable for various devices. Articulate differentiates itself from competitors through its user-friendly design, comprehensive features, and strong community support. The company's goal is to simplify the course creation process and empower users to deliver effective online training.

New York City, New YorkHeadquarters

2002Year Founded

$1,459.1MTotal Funding

SERIES_ACompany Stage

Consumer Software, EducationIndustries

501-1,000Employees

Benefits

Student debt repayment

401(k) savings

Supplemental insurance

Mental health sessions

Health savings account (HSA)

Life coaching

Flexible PTO

Fully remote

Well-being benefit

Medical insurance

Baby bonding leave

Child care assistance

Tuition reimbursement

Transgender benefit

Company matching donations

Abortion travel assistance

Service sabbatical

Cash for Change

Risks

Emerging e-learning platforms offer similar features at lower costs, increasing competition.

Rapid AI advancements could outpace Articulate's current offerings if not updated swiftly.

Data privacy concerns with AI integration may lead to regulatory scrutiny.

Differentiation

Articulate 360 offers a comprehensive suite of e-learning tools for diverse users.

Storyline 360 allows custom, interactive course creation without advanced technical skills.

Rise 360 provides ease of use and responsive design for mobile-friendly courses.

Upsides

Articulate's AI Assistant in Rise 360 enhances online course creation capabilities.

The $1.5 billion funding boosts Articulate's growth and innovation potential.

Rise Themes improve engagement and outcomes in e-learning experiences.

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