Account Executive - Commercial Card

Commerce Bank•New Orleans, LA

14d•$93,000 - $123,500•Remote

About The Position

If you’d like an opportunity where you’d sell our Commercial Card services to help our clients grow their businesses, this might be the job for you. As a Senior Commercial Card Account Executive you’ll be selling Card Payment Services to “C” level associates at targeted enterprise level businesses, hospitals, educational and government entities. These targeted companies may, or may not, have an established relationship with Commerce Bank. You’ll do everything from prospecting to negotiating the deal, as well as employ problem solving, relationship management and negotiation skills, while leveraging effective closing techniques to meet or exceed assigned sales goals.

Requirements

Ability to maintain a valid driver’s license and meet Commerce Bank’s driving record criteria; ongoing employment may be contingent upon meeting all driving requirements
Strong understanding of business concepts including account payable, purchasing and accounting systems
Strong knowledge of consultative sales process
Strong data analysis skills
Skilled at interacting with senior managers and able to develop a business case
Able to work independently but with some oversight from direct supervisor
Capable of managing relationships independently and in negotiating sales and contracts
Superior presentation skills
Motivated and organized self-starter with strong attention to detail and the ability to manage multiple priorities
Inquisitive, agile and strong team player with excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to remain adaptable and resilient to all situations with an optimistic outlook and cast a positive shadow that is aligned with our culture and Core Values
Advanced level proficiency with Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook
Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration or equivalent combination of education and experience required
7+ years new customer acquisition sales experience required, preferably within the banking/financial services field
Proven track record within the team selling and lead sharing environment required
For this position, Commerce Bank will review your motor vehicle driving record. If you express interest in and are considered for this position, you’ll be asked to authorize our review of that record.

Responsibilities

Conduct sales calls using consultative business process reviews and move prospective client through the sales cycle from the first appointment to contract signing
Set appointments with prospects through the telephone, email, and marketing campaigns
Identify prospect goals and objectives for process improvement then recommend solutions to help meet these goals and objectives
Provide value-added services including technical support, Product Development and Relationship Management
Negotiate contract terms and pricing that will be appealing to the customer and deliver an acceptable return to Commerce
Prepare customized request for information, request for proposal, file spend analysis, proposals and sales presentations
Perform other duties as assigned