Account Executive - Financial Services

SAS•Cary HQ, NC

13h•Hybrid

About The Position

We’re a leader in data and AI. Through our software and services, we inspire customers around the world to transform data into intelligence – and questions into answers. If you’re looking for a dynamic, fulfilling career with flexibility and a world-class employee experience, you’ll find it here. We’re recognized around the world for our inclusive, meaningful culture and innovative technologies by organizations like Fast Company, Forbes, Newsweek and more. About the job The Financial Services Sales Division is looking for an Account Executive to support and grow SAS’ footprint with our financial customers on the West Coast. As an Account Executive, you will: Sell software, solutions, and services to current and prospective customers by leveraging sales opportunities to acquire, grow, and retain accounts within your assigned territory. Prospect within assigned accounts to uncover business needs, qualify opportunities, and determine resources required for success. Implement territory and account management strategies, identifying high-potential accounts, advancing opportunities through the sales cycle, and forecasting timelines to close business. Collaborate with pre-sales resources, virtual sales teams, account managers, and executives to ensure timely responses to qualified, high-revenue leads and strategic account development. Prepare quotations, proposals, and contracts, working cross-functionally to finalize agreements and set delivery schedules. Follow up with customers to monitor satisfaction, uncover additional revenue opportunities, and nurture ongoing relationships. Utilize company account planning tools and sales methodologies (such as BASE or Strategic Selling) for pipeline management, forecasting, and identifying accounts with strong close potential. Apply knowledge of company marketing goals, industry trends, and SAS applications to assess account needs and recommend appropriate solutions. Develop and execute action plans to close business for high-potential accounts and further expand relationships within the territory. Embrace curiosity, passion, authenticity and accountability. These are our values and influence everything we do.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business, Marketing, MIS, or other relevant discipline.
Requires a minimum of five years of relevant Sales experience.
Must be willing to travel up to 50%.
The accounts attached to this opening are primarily based on the West Coast.
Knowledge of basic sales techniques; knowledge of hardware and/or software acquisitions cycles and buying influences.
Ability to analyze and evaluate territory dynamics and develop a sales plan; ability to communicate technical and business concepts and relate them to SAS applications and user needs; ability to work independently and as part of a team.

Nice To Haves

Sales Planning: Develops and executes strategic sales plans to achieve revenue targets and drive business growth.
Customer Centricity: Prioritizes customer needs and delivers tailored solutions that enhance satisfaction and loyalty.
Relationship Building: Cultivates strong, trust-based relationships with clients and stakeholders to foster long-term partnerships.
Obstacle Navigation: Proactively identifies and overcomes challenges to maintain momentum and deliver results.
Insight Driven Value Creation: Leverages data and market insights to craft compelling value propositions that address client pain points.
Self Motivation: Demonstrates initiative and drive to exceed goals independently in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.

Responsibilities

Sell software, solutions, and services to current and prospective customers by leveraging sales opportunities to acquire, grow, and retain accounts within your assigned territory.
Prospect within assigned accounts to uncover business needs, qualify opportunities, and determine resources required for success.
Implement territory and account management strategies, identifying high-potential accounts, advancing opportunities through the sales cycle, and forecasting timelines to close business.
Collaborate with pre-sales resources, virtual sales teams, account managers, and executives to ensure timely responses to qualified, high-revenue leads and strategic account development.
Prepare quotations, proposals, and contracts, working cross-functionally to finalize agreements and set delivery schedules.
Follow up with customers to monitor satisfaction, uncover additional revenue opportunities, and nurture ongoing relationships.
Utilize company account planning tools and sales methodologies (such as BASE or Strategic Selling) for pipeline management, forecasting, and identifying accounts with strong close potential.
Apply knowledge of company marketing goals, industry trends, and SAS applications to assess account needs and recommend appropriate solutions.
Develop and execute action plans to close business for high-potential accounts and further expand relationships within the territory.
Embrace curiosity, passion, authenticity and accountability.

Benefits

Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental and vision plans.
Medical plan options include: PPO with low annual deductible and copays. HDHP combined with a health savings account with a contribution from SAS (no access to on-site health care center).
Onsite Health Care Center (HQ) that’s free to employees and family members enrolled in the PPO plan. There’s a pharmacy too! Not local to HQ? The pharmacy will ship prescriptions for no additional charge!
An industry-leading 401k plan.
Tuition Assistance Program and programs and resources to support your development
Generous time away including vacation time, a variety of paid holidays, and our much-loved U.S. Winter Wellness Break between December 25 and January 1.
Volunteer Time Off, parental leave and unlimited paid sick days.
Generous childcare benefits for all full-time employees.
Our Recreation and Fitness Center offers recorded fitness classes to help you fit movement into your day.
SAS supports your well-being with programs that reduce stress and distractions to help you stay healthy and productive.