Account Executive

Ho-Chunk, Inc.•Fairfax, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Account Executive for Mission Solutions Sector will identify, qualify, and pursue opportunities through the gate process, establish relationships with Contracting and clients supported by Mission Solutions – including Department of State, DoD, and DHS (CBP, USCIS, US Secret Service), and in adjacent Federal spaces, and attend industry days and conferences to develop a robust 24-month pipeline. The primary focus of this role is to drive revenue growth by identifying business opportunities, maintaining existing business, selling products or services, and ensuring exceptional customer satisfaction. The Account Executive serves as a liaison between the company and its clients, working to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions. Apply knowledge of customer market and leverage relationships throughout industry to identify new opportunities, gain intelligence on acquisition plans, effectively target those opportunities best suited for MSS (to include 8a Direct Award and competitive pursuits), and work to shape opportunities to ensure MSS is fully qualified and prepared for bid and submission. This position will have specified new business goals minimum and stretch, each fiscal year.

Requirements

15+ years’ experience in the proposal and business capture environment.
Former employee experience with the US Government
Demonstrated ability to lead, drive capture and generate revenue
High energy level and excitement about the pursuit and having an impact
Displays a high level of verbal and written communication skills to present customers with our understanding of customer needs, requirements, and ability to meet these requirements
Knowledge of military / federal acquisition models, practices, and techniques
Experience in supporting proposal development and other written communications
Multitasking and attention to detail
Goal oriented and highly motivated
Results driven, time management and planning skills
Strong grammar and proofreading skills

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration, Economics, Marketing, Social Sciences, or a related field preferred.
Secret clearance or ability to obtain a Secret or above Clearance is preferred

Responsibilities

Establish, at a minimum, a two (2) – year business development pipeline for potential business opportunities.
Maintain comprehensive 24-month pipeline, with daily data entry in SalesForce to notate updates, client calls, acquisition plans, award dates, etc.
Research and identify growth opportunities in support of Business Development and Capture
Develop and defend Gate reviews
Develop and implement growth strategies that include risk assessments.
Meet business development, organic, and new growth targets each year as directed by the COMPANY Strategic Plan.
Support capture and proposal activities as needed
Generate reports and give presentations.
Identify and prospect potential solutions and services to the Mission Solutions sector through research, networking, and referrals.
Understand client needs and pain points to provide ANG solutioning product or service offerings accordingly.
Conduct product presentations, demonstrations, and discussions to showcase how the company's offerings address client challenges.
Develop and execute effective capture strategies to achieve or exceed business development targets.
Negotiate and close deals while ensuring mutually beneficial outcomes for both the client and the company, (executing NDAs, TAs, etc.)
Establish strong rapport with clients and strategic partners, serving as their primary point of contact.
Maintain regular communication to provide updates, address concerns, and gather feedback.
Anticipate client needs and proactively propose solutions or enhancements.
Build long-lasting relationships to encourage client loyalty and repeat business.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including marketing, customer support, and product development, to ensure seamless client experiences.
Coordinate the execution of projects, orders, and deliverables to meet client expectations and deadlines.
Address any issues or challenges that arise, ensuring swift resolution and client satisfaction.
Stay informed about industry trends, market developments, and competitor activities.
Provide insights and feedback to internal teams to enhance product offerings and strategies.
Maintain accurate and up-to-date records of client interactions, sales activities, and progress in CRM systems.
Generate regular sales reports, forecasts, and performance metrics for management review.