Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Granicus is a GovTech company that provides cloud-based digital solutions connecting governments and residents. The Small-Medium Government Account Executive will drive sales growth across a designated territory by prospecting, developing customer relationships, managing opportunities, and closing contracts with local government clients. The role also involves collaborating with marketing, partners, and internal resources, maintaining Salesforce records, forecasting revenue, and traveling approximately 30–40% of the time.
Responsibilities
- Drive sales generation and foster market expansion within the designated territory
- Collaborate closely with the Marketing Team to ensure a robust lead pipeline and effective lead nurturing
- Craft and communicate compelling value propositions to prospective clients, highlighting the unique benefits of our solutions
- Facilitate collaborative selling opportunities with partners, leveraging synergies to maximize sales potential
- Lead pursuit teams for larger-scale opportunities, orchestrating efforts for comprehensive client engagement
- Guide and educate prospects through the purchasing journey, providing insights and assistance as needed
- Develop and execute a comprehensive sales plan aimed at surpassing predefined sales targets
- Gain deep insight into intricate customer requirements across operational, business, and technical domains, tailoring solutions accordingly
- Independently create and deliver customized presentations on Granicus, showcasing its potential to revolutionize public engagement strategies
- Coordinate internal resources, including sales support, marketing, and solution consultants, to deliver compelling pitches and proposals
- Oversee all aspects of sales activities within the assigned territory, from prospecting and tracking to opportunity management, revenue forecasting, and contract negotiation
- Actively pursue leads generated through personal efforts and marketing initiatives, ensuring no opportunity is left untapped
- Assist in formulating sales strategies in collaboration with the management team, drawing on market insights and client feedback
- Maintain meticulous documentation of all interactions, activities, and correspondence in our Salesforce CRM system
- Prepare and deliver quarterly business reviews to Sales Management, Senior Management, and peers, providing comprehensive insights into sales performance and market trends
- Be prepared to travel approximately 30-40% of the time to engage with clients and prospects effectively
- Responsible for Granicus information security by appropriately preserving the Confidentiality, Integrity, and Availability (CIA) of Granicus information assets in accordance with the company's information security program
- Responsible for ensuring the data privacy of our employees and customers, their data, as well as taking all required privacy training in a timely manner, in accordance with company policies
Skills
- Previous experience successfully prospecting over a large geographical region
- Technology sales background in local government
- Demonstrates a track record of successfully identifying and nurturing sales leads through both direct outreach and in-person engagements, culminating in the successful closure of opportunities
- Proficiently utilizes customer relationship management software to efficiently track leads, manage opportunities, and streamline sales processes, ensuring effective follow-up and nurturing of prospects
- Thrives in dynamic, fast-paced environments, adept at managing multiple tasks and priorities under tight deadlines to maximize sales productivity and responsiveness to client needs
- Possesses a genuine passion for helping clients overcome challenges, employing exceptional problem-solving skills to tailor solutions that address their specific pain points and drive value
- Executes sales processes within a solution-oriented framework, focusing on building strong relationships with clients and delivering persuasive oral and written communication to effectively communicate value propositions and drive sales outcomes
- Comfortable and experienced in leveraging technology tools and platforms to enhance sales effectiveness, utilizing digital resources to streamline processes, gather insights, and drive engagement with prospects
- Skilled in navigating committee-driven sales environments characterized by multiple stakeholders and decision-makers, adept at building consensus and overcoming objections to drive successful sales outcomes
- Capable of effectively persuading and influencing potential clients to consider our solutions, using compelling arguments and persuasive communication techniques to close deals
- Skilled in building strong, trust-based relationships with clients and internal teams alike, fostering collaboration and cooperation to drive successful sales outcomes
- Possesses a forward-thinking approach and strategic mindset, able to anticipate market trends and client needs to proactively tailor sales strategies for long-term success
- Demonstrates a deep commitment to understanding and meeting customer needs, coupled with a relentless focus on achieving sales targets and delivering measurable results
- Exhibits a strong understanding of business principles and market dynamics, leveraging this knowledge to identify opportunities, mitigate risks, and make informed decisions that contribute to sales growth and profitability
- Maintain meticulous documentation of all interactions, activities, and correspondence in our Salesforce CRM system
- Prepare and deliver quarterly business reviews to Sales Management, Senior Management, and peers, providing comprehensive insights into sales performance and market trends
- Be prepared to travel approximately 30-40% of the time to engage with clients and prospects effectively
Benefits
- Flexible Time Off – Take the time you need to rest, recharge, and live your life.
- Company-Wide Wellbeing Days – Paid days off to unplug and focus on your mental health.
- Work From Home Reimbursement – Support a productive home office environment.
- Multiple Health Plan Options – Including a 100% employer-paid plan.
- Employer HSA Contributions – When enrolled in a High-Deductible Health Plan.
- Fitness Reimbursement Program – Stay active, your way.
- On-Demand Mental Health Support – Access to Headspace and other wellness tools.
- Paid Parental Leave – For both birthing and non-birthing parents.
- Traditional & Roth 401(k) – With a generous company match.
- Life & AD&D Insurance – 100% employer-paid coverage for peace of mind.
- Online Learning Platforms – Fuel your professional development.
- Bonuses
- Remote-first work arrangement
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