Key Account Executive-West at Smartsheet

San Francisco, California, United States

Smartsheet Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Technology, SaaSIndustries

Requirements

  • Demonstrated enterprise sales success; track record of exceeding quotas and receiving recognition, awards for high performance
  • Experience selling enterprise software, preferably emerging SaaS solutions
  • Demonstrated ability to build relationships with Global 2000 senior line-of-business and IT executives

Responsibilities

  • Exceed quarterly and annual software and services sales quotas
  • Execute a complex, solution-based sales process encompassing multiple groups within a Global 2000 account
  • Prospect, approach, and establish executive business and IT relationships with ongoing cadence to ensure strong support and alignment with your target accounts
  • Clearly articulate the value of Smartsheet offerings both strategically and financially
  • Develop new business opportunities by analyzing and proactively targeting high-value needs across multiple functions and business lines
  • Evangelize Smartsheet’s unique business, solution, and functional value
  • Curate custom offerings that drive more value for key accounts, helping to sell more effectively and retain long-term relationships
  • Align the customer’s strategy the overall account strategies that enable sales velocity by partnering with Value Strategist, Solutions Engineer, Customer Success Manager, and Enterprise Sales Representative
  • Collaborate with different teams, such as Product, Marketing, Services, Finance, Operations, etc. to ensure the customer’s needs and expectations are properly met
  • Drive negotiations with a keen sense of timing, strong persuasion skills, and the confidence to hold their ground and push back when necessary
  • Effectively forecast sales opportunities, while tracking and using critical metrics that predict sales success
  • Use Smartsheet in the execution of daily sales activities
  • Track all relevant sales activity using the company's CRM platform
  • Other duties as assigned
  • Travel as needed

Skills

Enterprise Sales
Key Account Management
Strategic Account Planning
Upselling
Customer Retention
Executive Engagement
Sales Strategy
Account Orchestration

Smartsheet

Cloud-based work management and automation software

About Smartsheet

Smartsheet provides work management and automation solutions through its cloud-based platform, which helps businesses streamline operations, manage projects, and enhance collaboration. Users can create, share, and manage workflows that are customizable to fit their specific needs. The platform integrates with popular applications, making it a versatile tool for various industries, including technology, healthcare, finance, and education. Unlike many competitors, Smartsheet offers a subscription-based model with multiple pricing tiers, catering to both small businesses and large enterprises. The company aims to improve efficiency and productivity for its clients while providing extensive support and learning resources to help users maximize the platform's potential.

Bellevue, WashingtonHeadquarters
2005Year Founded
$121.2MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Enterprise Software, EducationIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Health and wellness benefits - From sick days to mental health services, we support you. We provide company-sponsored comprehensive healthcare coverage and well-being benefit programs so you can take care of your whole self.
Time away - We want you to find time for what matters to you. We offer a variety of programs so you can recharge and reconnect, including paid time off for company holidays, vacation, volunteering, military leave, and parental bonding.
An investment in your future - We help you plan for the dreams you’re working toward. We offer every employee competitive pay, retirement contributions, stock awards, and an employee stock purchase program.
Perks and discounts - It's the details that make life easier. From discount programs and an allowance for work-related expenses, to medical concierge (U.S. only) and caregiver services, we help set you up for success both at work and outside of it.
An inclusive environment - We strive to foster a culture of belonging that is rooted in respect for all people. We believe that by celebrating diversity of voices and experiences, and by creating equitable opportunities for our team, customers, and communities, we enable people to do and be their best.
Continuous learning - We know that when you’re growing, so are we. That's why we provide opportunities to develop on the job through internal mobility, virtual learning, and a variety of development programs.

Risks

Competition from Atlassian could impact Smartsheet's market share.
The acquisition by Vista Equity Partners may disrupt current operations.
Challenges in AI integration with AWS could affect feature rollout and adoption.

Differentiation

Smartsheet offers a highly customizable platform for tailored workflow solutions.
The platform integrates seamlessly with popular apps, enhancing its versatility.
Smartsheet's AI capabilities, developed with AWS, position it as a market leader.

Upsides

Increased demand for remote work solutions boosts Smartsheet's growth potential.
The subscription model provides a steady revenue stream for continuous service improvement.
Recognition as a leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant enhances Smartsheet's market credibility.

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