New Account Executive

Company Overview:
Our franchise company Sir Speedy, Charlottesville, VA has been in business for over 50 years, so we are not going anywhere. We have led the way in our franchise and have a ton of nifty awards and trophies to prove it. We do a lot of cool projects that I bet would surprise you for some of the area's biggest companies. We bet you will be surprised at what we can do, and you more than likely will immediately want to come work here. Thanks for reading this far, we know it was a lot of words. If you read this far use the keyword TITAN in your subject line for priority review.

Job Summary:

This is a new business development position, otherwise known as outside sales. A locally owned and nationally recognized Printing, Signage, and Marketing Services company is looking for an experienced New Business Account Executive that will be responsible for acquiring and supporting the marketing, print & sign needs of business-to-business clients. If you are still interested, make sure to read this entire listing.

As the only Account Executive, you will be able to chart your own path to success, with leads we are too busy to pursue currently, bringing new product lines to existing clients and expanding our presence to other departments of our loyal client base.

Some of the activities of the position include qualifying leads, sales appointments, proposal presentations, and follow-up. The ability to use technology including computers, the internet, social media, and email is integral to the role. You will be required to make phone calls to people you do not know, you must be willing to call and call and call again. Seriously if you are not willing to follow up you should not apply.


We understand that your success is our success and provide the support you will need to excel including:

• Onboarding program to speed your success
• Full integrated marketing campaign to support your efforts
• Exciting work environment where company success is shared with the team
• We ensure that you will have the tools you need for success from technology to marketing
• Opportunities for national recognition and awards
• Ongoing support and training
• Incentives and rewards for accomplishment

The Important Stuff You Must Have :

• You must be nice to the people who are our customers and those that you work with even when they do not deserve it
• Be a good communicator - in person, on the phone and able to compose an email that does not look like a 3rd grader wrote it
• A basic understanding of modern technology including the ability to use the internet
• Like to work and work while at work (a post to Instagram won't kill anyone as long as you get your work done)
• Be a multi-tasking ninja, we do a lot in a short amount of time, this is no place for the proactively challenged
• Basic math is a must, but yes you can use a calculator
• Must be willing to jump in and figure things out on your own, no hand-holding here
• You must be a life-long learner to work here. Lots to learn and it is always changing
• Willingness to pick up the phone and call someone, then call again and then make another call, seriously you must talk on the phone to people and initiate conversations

Big Pluses If You Have :

• Sold stuff B2B or at least know what B2B is
• Any kind of graphic design or past print experience
• An understanding of how AI can be used to generate leads
• Understanding of direct mail and the data that drives it
• Software experience with Microsoft Office
• Utilized a CRM system - ideally a SalesForce based platform

Benefits/Perks:

• Initial and ongoing training
• Competitive compensation - Salary + Commission DOE
• Paid holidays and vacation
• Health Insurance, SIMPLE retirement plan

We are one of the nations leading communications businesses backed by 50 years of professional experience and extraordinary growth. While technology plays a pivotal role in our industry, from print, signs and marketing to online ordering portals and more, we believe a rewarding career is shaped by people, purpose and passion.

If you dream of being part of an organization with a great heritage, progressive leadership and cutting-edge technology, discover the world that is Sir Speedy and its independent franchisees. Sir Speedy is a leading industry provider of printing, signs and marketing services, but we're less corporate culture and more close-knit family. We collaborate on ideas and dreams. Push boundaries. Solve challenges. Look out for one another. And yes, we work hard...and play harder. It's part of our DNA.

With several career paths to choose from - sales, marketing, design, production, operations - no matter the role you choose, you'll be working in an organization that cares about you. At Sir Speedy you can make a difference.