Enterprise Account Executive (Chicago)

The RoleWe are looking for an experienced Enterprise Account Executive to join our team. The right candidate for this position will have a demonstrated history of success and quota over-achievement selling to enterprise organizations (preferably selling software applications, but software sales not necessary for consideration for role). Ideally, you have sold Business Intelligence, Data Warehousing, or Analytics applications and/or are familiar with the data market. The ability to work independently in a rapidly growing environment is important. We also value the ability to evangelize an evolving product that provides real value to (both!) technical and non-technical audiences.What You'll Do:Building and maintaining active deal pipeline and quota coverage (experience working with tools such as LinkedIn, Salesforce, and Clari is a plus)Managing complex deal cycles, from lead origination to closing and expansionsConsistently closing net-new business and expansions by leveraging a “land-and-expand” strategyLeverage generative AI and advanced automation to personalize customer engagements at scale, using real-time data to dynamically tailor messaging, demos, and proposalsCollaborating with customers, partners, and the larger ecosystem in a consultative sales processContinuously experiment with emerging tools (e.g., conversational AI, autonomous agents, predictive analytics, and AI-powered deal coaching) and share best practices across the organizationHarness AI-driven insights to craft highly personalized messaging that resonates with each prospect’s unique business challenges, industry context, and decision-making prioritiesUtilize advanced AI tools to analyze customer data, market trends, and competitive landscapes, enabling the rapid development of differentiated value propositions tailored for each accountMaintaining strategic oversight of assigned accounts ensuring engagements achieve their intended outcomesContinuously refine and optimize sales messaging by leveraging AI-powered analytics on engagement metrics, ensuring communications are data-informed and outcome-focusedWhat You Bring:A hunter’s mentality and a consistent track record of achieving and/ or overachieving your sales quotaExperience of selling within the Business Insights & Analytics Industry is a must have for this roleExperience partnering with AI/ML product teams or participating in early-access / beta programs for new AI technologiesTrack record of driving measurable results through the creative application of AI and automation in enterprise salesExperience of orchestrating complex, direct and indirect sales cycles with multiple technical and business stakeholders, with a particular focus on SaaS and disruptive technologies.Track record of selling net-new business and expansion opportunities, along with a focus on excellence in pipeline generation & opportunity progression.Track record in building champions and nurturing / developing relationshipsStrong business acumen coupled with experience in MEDDICC and/or Challenger sales methodologies as well as a willingness to learn and the discipline to work on a proven sales process from beginning to endYou have proven ability to engage both high and wide in accounts and can engage effectively with C-level and business line executivesHybrid Work at ThoughtSpotSpotters are expected in-office 3 days per week to experience the energy of their local office. This approach balances the benefits of in-person collaboration and peer learning with the flexibility needed by individuals and teams.About ThoughtSpotThe world’s most innovative companies turn to ThoughtSpot’s AI-Powered Analytics to put data in the hands of everyone, from the C-suite to the frontline. With simple, natural language search and AI, anyone can ask questions, discover insights, and act with confidence. Unlike legacy tools that sacrifice performance for complexity, ThoughtSpot is intuitively designed for every business user while being built to handle the most complex, large-scale data, wherever it resides. This unique combination of speed and simplicity is why enterprise leaders trust ThoughtSpot to transform decision-making into a truly data-driven culture.At ThoughtSpot, we’re a curious, data-driven bunch. We believe the world works better when everyone has access to facts. That’s why we build products that make asking and answering data questions as natural as having a conversation.Mandatory and Required Skills for All ThoughtSpot Roles Spotters are expected to demonstrate AI literacy and workflow integration to include to ability to:Comfortably and confidently integrate artificial intelligence into their daily workflow to increase productivity and quality.Hands-on experience to leverage AI tools (industry-leading LLMs) to increase productivity, automate routine tasks, and improve work quality.Speak to the experience of using AI for research, content creation, and document summarization while maintaining ownership of judgment and final decisions.Write effective prompts to get the most accurate and creative results from AI tools.Spotters are expected to exemplify these key traits and AI Mindset:Curiosity in exploring new AI toolsAdaptability to quickly learn and implement new, emerging AI technologiesCritical thinking to know when to identify when AI should be used versus when human judgement is necessaryThis combination of curiosity, adaptability, and discernment defines the AI mindset, and it’s required for every role at ThoughtSpot.AI Mindset for All SpottersAt ThoughtSpot, we believe AI is a necessary and essential part of how we work. Every role, across every team, is expected to be fluent and comfortable with using AI to do their best work.All Spotters are expected to experiment with ThoughtSpot’s AI tools (like Spotter and SpotterViz) and leading industry LLMs to streamline workflows, enhance output, and uncover new insights. Whether drafting content, analyzing data, or summarizing documents, AI is a daily partner. We value curiosity, openness to learning, and thoughtful application of AI to create real value. Training and resources are provided so every Spotter can confidently create with AI.ThoughtSpot for AllAt ThoughtSpot, diverse teams build better products. Complex data problems need many perspectives, not just one. We welcome different backgrounds, identities, and experiences, and we work to create a place where everyone can be themselves and do their best work. If this role excites you and you believe you’re a strong match, we encourage you to apply.What Makes ThoughtSpot a Great Place to Work?ThoughtSpot is the Agentic Analytics Platform that empowers every enterprise to transform insights into action, on a mission to make the world more fact driven. We hire people with unique identities, backgrounds, and perspectives - this balance-for-the-better philosophy is key to our success. When paired with our culture of Trust, Customer Obsession, Innovation and Intensity, ThoughtSpot cultivates a respectful culture that pushes norms to create world-class products. If you’re excited by the opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds in the business and make your mark on a truly innovative company, we invite you to read more about our mission, and apply to the role that’s right for you.