Avetta’s SaaS platform connects the world’s leading organizations with qualified suppliers, contractors, and vendors. We bring unmatched visibility to companies through cloud-based technology and human insights. As a result, we foster sustainable growth for businesses and their supply chains. Our SaaS subscription software is used by 85k+ active customers in over 100 countries.
SUMMARY
The Account Executive owns the primary relationship with prospective Avetta clients before and during their buyer journey. Once a prospect is converted to a client, the Account Executive owns and services the client relationship. The client relationship will be turned over to the Account Management Team for support and expansion once the client account is established. This is a hybrid role, requiring 3 days per week in the office, and the remainder remote.
IDEAL EXPERIENCE, EDUCATION & TRAINING:
- At least 2 years of field sales or account management experience, 5 years of experience preferred.
- Experience in selling safety-related products or services, working with contractors, working in procurement, or working in an industry that Avetta has current customers is considered a plus.
- Excellent organizational skills, with the ability to manage significant travel, meeting coordination, RFP/RFI/RFQ response coordination are required.
- Superior communication skills, with the ability to demonstrate superior interpersonal communication, and written communication skills.
- Strong public speaking skills, capable of speaking in front of a group, keeping an audience’s attention while communicating complex subject matter. The speaker must appear comfortable and poised.
- Highly self-motivated, with a proven ability to set and meet goals with little or no supervision from senior management.
- Solid technical understanding, with the ability to effectively communicate how SaaS model software works on a functional level, including basic ability to demonstrate product capability and overall solution to the client.
- Demonstrate high ethical standards understanding and demonstrating Avetta’s core values of honesty and integrity. Candidate must be able to make decisions and communicate client recommendations with the Avetta’s and the clients’ best interest at hand.
- Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
- Technically sound with strong computer skills; familiarity with CRM applications such as Salesforce.com is preferred.
- Strong problem analysis and problem-solving abilities, with a proactive approach to overcoming challenges.
- High attention to detail and accuracy in all aspects of work.
- Demonstrates adaptability and flexibility in responding to changing priorities and business needs.