Strategic Account Executive (201084)
Full Time, Remote
Remote
Posted 1 month ago
About The Job
If you are energetic, assertive and strategically minded, you’ll have be able to play a pivotal role in expanding the company’s market presence, managing high-value accounts, and contributing to the company’s overall growth strategy. This position is ideal for a results-driven professional with a passion for building relationships, delivering exceptional service, and leading strategic account development.
Responsibilities
Account Management & Relationship Building
- Develop deep relationships with clients to assess their needs and identify opportunities for account or project expansion.
- Provide strategic guidance to help clients achieve their business goals, optimize building assets, and maximize value from our services.
- Build trust and influence with clients through transparent, respectful, and collaborative communication across all levels.
- Utilize various communication methods (phone, in-person, video conference) to engage with clients, including buyers, engineers, contractors, and executives.
Account Development & Growth
- Anticipate client needs by analyzing accounts to identify growth opportunities, including additional sites and products.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (Client Managers, Marketing, Finance, Consultants) to develop customized strategies for client growth.
- Manage a book of business, including a specified revenue target, and identify areas for upselling and retaining clients.
- Actively participate in industry events and seminars to stay connected and expand the network.
- Continuously seek to improve processes, workflows, and tools to enhance account management efficiency and effectiveness.
Client Success & Retention
- Conduct regular business reviews to track performance, address concerns, and ensure client satisfaction.
- Seek feedback to enhance services and exceed client expectations.
Sales Planning
- Develop and execute tailored strategic sales plans, to achieve sales goals, strengthen relationships, and drive long-term growth.
- Regularly assess and adjust the sales approach to meet revenue goals.
Sales Process
- Guide clients through the sales process, effectively qualifying leads, and recommending tailored solutions.
- Ask insightful questions to uncover the client’s situation, pain points, needs, and decision-making processes, while differentiating Benchmark by educating clients on tailored solutions that meet their key criteria and influence decision-making to gain commitment.
- Effectively present solutions, gain commitment, handle objections, and close deals while ensuring profitability.
Collaboration & Communication
- Work closely with internal teams (Business Development, Consultants, Marketing) to align resources, support client objectives and ensure seamless client experiences.
- Provide regular updates and reports on account activities, performance, and growth opportunities.
Administration & CRM
- Maintain accurate client records and activity in the CRM system, ensuring up-to-date documentation.
- Provide management with timely reports on forecasts and pipeline status.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree or equivalent experience in Business, Marketing, Public Relations, Communications, Engineering, or an industry-related field.
- Proven track record of exceeding sales goals and executing a successful sales process.
- Strong client-focused mindset with the ability to build trust, relationships, and anticipate and meet diverse stakeholder needs.
- Strategic thinker, skilled in developing long-term strategic sales plans aligned with company goals.
- Excellent verbal, written and active listening skills for conveying complex ideas and building rapport.
- Proficient in negotiation to secure profitable contracts while maintaining positive relationships.
- Solid understanding of financial concepts to maximize revenue and profitability.
- Aligned with company culture, values, and mission.
- Commitment to professional development and staying current with industry trends.
- CRM proficiency for data and activity tracking.
- Proficient in Microsoft Office Suite.