Senior Account Executive - B2B

Canon U.S.A., Inc.•Chicago, IL

6d•$50,000 - $63,160•Hybrid

About The Position

Canon USA, a leader in print technology, solutions, and services, is seeking a Senior Account Executive, Workplace Technologies & Services (WTS). This role focuses on selling Canon’s hardware and software technology-based solutions to a dedicated marketplace, solving business challenges to promote the Future of Work. The position offers a competitive benefits package, continuous training, and an active account base. The role requires the individual to live within a reasonable commuting distance to Chicago, IL.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree
Three years of business-to-business sales or customer-facing experience
Unwavering passion, aptitude, and interest to learn new technology and services in a rapidly evolving industry
Successful track record of persuading others to pursue innovative ideas
Strong communication skills centered around a desire to build solid working relationships
Ability to effectively work independently and manage time precisely
Capable and willing to travel occasionally within the local market
Valid driver's license and acceptable driving record
Must be legally authorized to work in the United States
Must reside in the United States at the time of hire

Responsibilities

Master the core capabilities of innovative products, solutions, and technologies from Canon USA and third-party providers, promoting their benefits to current and prospective customers to drive sales results and achieve revenue goals. This includes advancements in cybersecurity, cloud data functionality, backfile conversion, and managed print, IT, and automation services.
Learn and utilize the Salesforce CRM platform to manage client and prospect accounts.
Actively contact an assigned account base via direct calls, email campaigns, and social media platforms to develop sales opportunities and establish engagement.
Conduct in-person discovery meetings, presentations, and demonstrations, leading strategic conversations with business owners, executives, and stakeholders to identify customer requirements, competitive trends, and business challenges/organizational needs.
Focus on an optimal customer experience throughout the sales process by developing strategic plans to address short-term and long-term customer requirements to generate new revenue streams.
Leverage a team of technology subject matter experts for knowledge enrichment, sales wins, and customer goal achievement through collaboration.
Develop and nurture high-level relationships within a comprehensive customer base to enhance long-term viability and account penetration.
Utilize tools such as ZoomInfo, internal sales process materials, ROI assessment tools, special pricing opportunities, and customer-facing case studies to support sales success.
Work with a business development team to nurture prospective customers.