Account Sales Executive

New Business Development ExecutiveWith a purpose to make tomorrow a little bit better than today for each other, our customers, and our communities, Ascentek provides an environment where you can love what you do and be your best every day.What you will enjoy by being a part of a 2025 USA Great Place to Work certified company:Medical Plan options, including fertility coverage and free mental health and telehealth coverageDental and Vision InsuranceFSA/HSA optionsPaid parental leaveCompany-provided short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insuranceSupplemental Insurances, including accident, critical illness, hospital, and supplemental life insurance401(k) with a generous company matchPet Insurance BenefitsTuition reimbursement21 Paid Days Off7 Paid HolidaysShort-term Incentive Plan (STIP), ask your Talent Partner for detailsDress For Your Day (casual dress environment)Paid comprehensive on-the-job trainingCompany phone providedCompany computer providedCareer advancement opportunitiesThe New Business Development Executive drives Ascentek's growth through 100% net-new customer acquisition. This role is designed for a highly motivated sales professional with a true hunter mentality who excels at identifying prospects, opening new doors, and converting opportunities into long-term customers.The primary responsibility is to generate and close new business opportunities by proactively prospecting, qualifying leads, and guiding potential customers through the sales process. This role does not manage or retain existing accounts. Once a new customer is secured, the account transitions to the appropriate internal team for ongoing support and account management.Success in this role is measured by new customer logos acquired, new revenue generated, and pipeline creation. The New Business Development Executive leverages CRM tools, data insights, and disciplined prospecting strategies to build a consistent pipeline and drive predictable growth.This role requires curiosity, resilience, persistence, and strong business acumen to uncover customer challenges and deliver value-driven solutions that create win-win outcomes for both the customer and Ascentek.Essential Duties and Responsibilities:Identify and pursue net-new business opportunities through cold outreach, prospecting, referrals, networking, and market researchConsistently generate a strong pipeline of qualified prospects to support revenue targetsConduct discovery conversations to uncover customer needs, operational challenges, and opportunities for value creationDeliver persuasive, solution-based proposals that communicate Ascentek's value and total cost of ownership advantagesLead the full new business sales cycle from initial outreach through negotiation and closeMaintain disciplined pipeline management and activity tracking in Salesforce CRMUse sales data and performance metrics to prioritize prospects and drive resultsCollaborate cross-functionally with internal teams to ensure alignment on pricing, fulfillment, and onboarding for newly acquired customersMonitor market conditions, competitive activity, and emerging opportunities to inform sales strategyRepresent Ascentek professionally during prospect meetings, industry events, and trade showsMaintain consistent prospecting cadence and follow-up discipline to advance opportunitiesParticipate in ongoing training to strengthen sales techniques, product knowledge, and industry expertiseModel Ascentek's core values through accountability, integrity, and a relentless focus on resultsContribute to company culture through collaboration, knowledge sharing, and continuous improvementEducation:Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experienceExperience and/or Training:3–5 years of new business development or hunter-style sales experienceProven ability to prospect, build pipeline, and close new customersExperience with CRM systems, preferably SalesforceKnowledge, Skills, and Abilities:Strong prospecting and cold outreach disciplineExceptional communication and relationship-building skills with the ability to influence decision-makersProven ability to identify opportunities and close complex salesHighly organized with strong pipeline management habitsAnalytical mindset with the ability to interpret data and prioritize opportunitiesResilient, competitive, and self-motivated with a strong drive to win new businessAbility to operate independently while collaborating effectively with internal teamsAdvanced Microsoft Excel skills including pivot tables and data analysisPhysical, Mental, Environmental Demands:Frequent, sitting, talking, hearing and use of hands to handle objects, tools or controlsOccasional standing, walking and travel to customer sites, trade shows and eventsAbility to lift and move items up to 10 pounds such as laptops or sample materialsWork primarily performed in a remote environment with moderate noise levelsFrequent travel to customer sites, tradeshows, and events in assigned regionThe anticipated hiring range for the role you are applying for is between $70,000 and $80,000 annually. This anticipated hiring range is based on several factors, and subject to increase based on the below:Experience and qualifications: The depth of relevant experience and specific skills you bring to the position.Education and certifications: Any additional qualifications that enhance your ability to succeed in the role.Market and industry benchmarks: We compare compensation packages with industry standards to ensure we are competitive.Internal equity: We strive to maintain pay equity across the organization to ensure fairness for all teammates performing similar work.At Ascentek, we are committed to providing accurate and up-to-date information about our career opportunities. For the most accurate job descriptions, salary details, and benefit information, we encourage you to visit our official careers page.Ascentek is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants including women, minorities, veterans, and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.