Account Executive, Chicago & Salt Lake City

Account Executive Ideal Candidate location: Chicago, IL & Salt Lake City, UTThe purpose of the role is to establish strategic business relationships with new clients while driving client satisfaction and maximizing revenue results for SoftServe. Function as an integral part of the Business Development team while supporting all current go-to-market strategies including but not limited to: healthcare, financial services, retail/CPG, ISV and Hi-Tech. Duties & ResponsibilitiesCultivate and pursue opportunities with new and existing enterprise clients, supporting the full sales cycle from prospecting through each deal winEffective use of SoftServe’s sales technology to build and accurately represent a healthy pipeline of opportunitiesRepresent SoftServe’s value propositions proficiently to both prospects and existing clientsLeverage and drive SoftServe’s sales process, collaborating in a team sales environment with support teams (engagement management, marketing, legal, finance, delivery, and account management) to effectively close new client dealsIdentify client needs and goals and sell value-added consulting services and solutions accordinglyManage legal relationships, including contract renewals, NDAs, MSAs, etc., as necessaryStrive for maximum profitability within each sales opportunityEstablish and maintain contact with various client groups, including product management and executivesMonitor customer satisfaction at each stakeholder level and initiate changes as needed to improve satisfactionRequired Competencies & Experience7+ years of work experience as a Sales Executive in the IT services industry.5+ years’ experience in mid-market sales.Ability to travel up to 50 %.Bachelor’s Degree.Preferred Competencies & ExperienceCertifications are not required but are a plus, such as professional project management certifications (e.g., PMP) or professional account and sales executive certifications like Certified Sales Professional (CSP), Certified Professional Salesperson (CPSP), Certified Sales Executive (CSE), Strategic Account Manager (SAM) certification, and Certified Inside Sales Professional (CISP)Master’s DegreePrevious experience partnering with hyper-scaler a plus. Global mindset to function in a matrixed environment with multiple demands.Experience in a complex, highly matrixed, and professional services company, with familiarity across business development and delivery functions.Expertise in selling custom application development or digital services in new client accounts.Proficiency in consultative sales and business development techniques, including prospecting, initiation, deal qualification, closure, and customer satisfaction.Strong network and connections across varied lines of business to promote SoftServe's capabilities.Drive and determination to achieve assigned quotas and drive revenue growth within the assigned territory.Solid communication and presentation skills.Strong executive presence.Strategic thinking and problem-solving skills.Proficiency in managing legal relationships and contract negotiations.Commitment to maintaining high levels of client satisfaction and business growthThis posting includes an anticipated salary range that SoftServe expects to offer for this position. The range provided reflects the base salary only. Final compensation within this range will be determined based on a number of factors, including, but not limited to: geographic location, relevant experience, education, certifications, skills, budget, and market conditions.The anticipated salary range for this role is $150,000.00 – $190,000.00 annually, in line with our internal compensation framework and budget allocation for the role. Most candidates are offered a salary within this disclosed range. If the role is eligible for a variable pay plan, this would be considered separately and may provide additional earnings beyond the base salary range reflected here.Please note, the information provided in this posting is a general summary and may not include all compensation elements or benefits associated with the positionSoftServe is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment regardless of race, color, religion, age, sex, nationality, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, veteran status, and other protected characteristics under applicable law. Let’s put your talents and experience in motion with SoftServe.