Commercial Development Account Executive

Commercial Development Account Executive

At Softchoice, a World Wide Technology (WWT) company, we work together to make a new world happen. As an IT solutions provider serving U.S. commercial and SMB organizations, as well as the entire Canadian market, we help organizations turn ambition into real-world outcomes. We do this through the delivery of secure cloud, AI, software and digital workplace solutions that enable agility, innovation and growth. With a highly engaged, high-performing team, we are certified as a Great Place to Work in both Canada and the United States, and have been recognized as a Best Workplace in Canada for more than 20 years. We stand proudly for our people and their success through career development and advancement, and continuously strive to do what's good for our people and communities. As part of WWT, we connect customers to the global scale, advanced innovation, world-class partnerships, and deep expertise of a leader in AI and digital transformation.

The impact you will have: Challenging customers to disrupt and innovate. It has never been a better, more rewarding time to be in technology sales. As Softchoice's newest Commercial Development Account Executive, you help businesses seize the enormous opportunities of digital transformation. To do so, you challenge customers out of their comfort zone, while sustaining and strengthening our relationships along the way. Best of all, you do it all alongside one of North America's most trusted technology services and solutions providers.

The Commercial Development Account Executive (CDAE) is a direct quota carrier, managing an average of 15-20 accounts in an assigned territory. The CDAE is responsible for overall account management and for maintaining the customer relationships with Softchoice to positively impact our Net Promoter Score (NPS). The CDAE is responsible to grow their accounts by understanding and aligning our capabilities to a Customer's desired business outcomes and by positioning Softchoice as a trusted "go-to" strategic partner. The CDAE will be responsible for all aspects of account management including processing quotes and order and overdelivering on customers' expectations.

This isn't your typical sales job. With Softchoice, you lead with the customer at the forefront of everything you do, and consider selling to be a strategic partnership. You think differently about sales, and provide value by helping our customer bridge gaps in their business, and reach their goals through technology. You understand your customer's business thoroughly, to lead with personalized market insights, compelling cases for change and innovation, and help them see the path forward to success. Customer success, is our success.

Responsible for strategic account planning, including industry research, competitive insight, and client forecasts

Develop strong executive and C-level relationships with existing and prospective Softchoice clients

Leverage Salesforce and Softchoice sales methodology to effectively manage accounts, opportunities, and pipelines with consistent and accurate forecasting

Leverage industry and Softchoice knowledge to identify client business problems and drive and influence resources to address those opportunities through the solution sale of Software, Hardware and Services

Maintain strategic alignment with local vendor and distribution channel partnerships

Keep updated on product and industry knowledge and attend product training as required

Collaborate and engage with internal stakeholders and resources with specialty knowledge as required to satisfy the customers business objectives

2+ years of experience in a business-to-business sales environment

Experience in the technology industry preferred

Experience navigating and understanding annual reports, financial data, and forecasting

Solid business acumen and understanding of how to manage a sales funnel

Understand solution selling and creating value for business clients

Demonstrate strong verbal, written, listening and presentation skills; with an ability to present complex solutions in a simple manner

Utilize strong problem solving, organizational and interpersonal skills

Proficient in Salesforce and Office 365 applications

High-level commitment to exceptional customer service and relationship building

A driven, self-motivated attitude with the ability to work individually and in a team environment

High School diploma or equivalent

Base Salary $61.950 + Incentive $52,500

Our company uses artificial intelligence (AI) at one or more stages of its hiring process, including to screen, assess, select and/or rank applicants. AI is used to support, and not to replace, human decision-making, and a member of our hiring team reviews candidates before employment decisions are made. Not sure if you qualify? Think about applying anyway: We understand that not everyone brings 100% of the skills and experience for the role. At Softchoice, we offer opportunities to a diverse group including those with a variety of workplace experiences and backgrounds. Whether you are new to corporate tech, returning to work after a gap in employment, or looking to transition and take the next step in your career, we are excited to learn more about you and encourage you to apply.

The People: You'll thrive in our collaborative environment, surrounded by incredible colleagues who foster support and innovation, driving our collective success

High-Performing Culture: At Softchoice, we are dedicated to achieving our goals and committed to success for our customers and each other

Flexibility: Plan your workdays in a way that suits you best

Award-Winning Workplace: Proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work for 21 consecutive years

Inclusive Culture: We are committed to a company culture where every team member can be their authentic self

Competitive Benefits: Benefit from competitive perks that start on day one

Inclusion & Equal opportunity employment: We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion & belonging. People seeking employment at Softchoice are considered without regard to any protected category including but not limited to, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation. Require accommodation? We are ready to help: We are proud to provide interview & employment accommodation during the recruitment and hiring process. If you require any accommodation to apply or interview for a position, please reach out directly to View email address on click.appcast.io . We are committed to working with you to best meet your needs.