Cisco
Account Executive – Splunk Commercial SLED (Remote)
Cisco, Knoxville, Tennessee, United States, 37955
Splunk, a Cisco company, is building a safer and more resilient digital world with an end-to-end full stack platform made for a hybrid, multi-cloud world. Leading enterprises use our unified security and observability platform to keep their digital systems secure and reliable. Come help organizations be their best, while you reach new heights with a team that has your back.
This role can be performed from any location within the United States.
Your impact The Account Executive will be responsible for expanding and growing territories for Splunk Public Sector in Commercial SLED accounts. You will use your sales, negotiation and leadership skills to prospect, and conduct lead generation techniques and sell Splunk’s award winning software into the Tribal Communities. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of success selling software or services and in building beneficial, lasting relationships with customers.
Responsibilities
Inbound lead follow-up and status update through the company CRM system
Outbound prospecting/Lead generation
Qualify inbound and outbound leads
Schedule product demos for qualified customers
Manage accounts by building and fostering client relationships through personalized contact, understanding of client’s needs, and ability to communicate solution values of products and services
Accurately forecast opportunities based upon realistic assessments
Meet/exceed assigned revenue goals
Partner with a field representative
Support attendance to all field marketing events to include, but not limited to Splunk Lives, our National Users Conference and all regional trade shows
Minimum qualifications
2+ years of experience in selling enterprise IT solutions (BI, data analytics, security software, risk management software or networking performance)
Preferred qualifications
1+ years of experience selling IT solutions to SLED and/or Federal accounts
Consultative sales experience and challenging companies/businesses to think differently
Successful in finding and uncovering new opportunities with prospects and existing business, cold calling and hunting for business
Own and managed the entire sales process and cycle from start to finish
Proven track record of exceeding goals and quota
Consistent track record of success in consultative sales environments
Consistent track record of developing new business and managing sales cycle, from generating leads through closing
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
A logical and analytical thinker
Demonstrated negotiation skills
Strong technical aptitude
Strong computer skills — CRM system, Word, Excel, Salesforce.com a plus
Exceptional organizational skills with the proven ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks to meet deadlines
Strong attention to detail
Self-starter able to work independently but also a contributing member of a team
Excellent conflict resolution skills
Highly motivated and professional, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or Science, or equivalent experience
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Cisco is an Affirmitive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
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This role can be performed from any location within the United States.
Your impact The Account Executive will be responsible for expanding and growing territories for Splunk Public Sector in Commercial SLED accounts. You will use your sales, negotiation and leadership skills to prospect, and conduct lead generation techniques and sell Splunk’s award winning software into the Tribal Communities. The ideal candidate has a proven track record of success selling software or services and in building beneficial, lasting relationships with customers.
Responsibilities
Inbound lead follow-up and status update through the company CRM system
Outbound prospecting/Lead generation
Qualify inbound and outbound leads
Schedule product demos for qualified customers
Manage accounts by building and fostering client relationships through personalized contact, understanding of client’s needs, and ability to communicate solution values of products and services
Accurately forecast opportunities based upon realistic assessments
Meet/exceed assigned revenue goals
Partner with a field representative
Support attendance to all field marketing events to include, but not limited to Splunk Lives, our National Users Conference and all regional trade shows
Minimum qualifications
2+ years of experience in selling enterprise IT solutions (BI, data analytics, security software, risk management software or networking performance)
Preferred qualifications
1+ years of experience selling IT solutions to SLED and/or Federal accounts
Consultative sales experience and challenging companies/businesses to think differently
Successful in finding and uncovering new opportunities with prospects and existing business, cold calling and hunting for business
Own and managed the entire sales process and cycle from start to finish
Proven track record of exceeding goals and quota
Consistent track record of success in consultative sales environments
Consistent track record of developing new business and managing sales cycle, from generating leads through closing
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
A logical and analytical thinker
Demonstrated negotiation skills
Strong technical aptitude
Strong computer skills — CRM system, Word, Excel, Salesforce.com a plus
Exceptional organizational skills with the proven ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks to meet deadlines
Strong attention to detail
Self-starter able to work independently but also a contributing member of a team
Excellent conflict resolution skills
Highly motivated and professional, with excellent communication and interpersonal skills
Education
Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing or Science, or equivalent experience
Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States on a full-time basis
Cisco is an Affirmitive Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.
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