Blackbaud · 21 hours ago
Sales Enterprise Client Account Executive - Higher Education, Social Impact
Blackbaud is a remote-first company focused on providing software solutions for Higher Education institutions. The Enterprise Client Account Executive will manage the full sales cycle, identify upsell opportunities, and build relationships with existing clients to enhance their use of Blackbaud's offerings.
Cloud ComputingCloud Data ServicesNon ProfitSoftware
Responsibilities
Managing sales activities to exceed assigned revenue objectives
Providing tactical and strategic plans with specific measurable time frames to penetrate an account
Generate new sales opportunities to ensure an adequate pipeline
Collaborate with Client Success Managers (i.e. Account Managers) to generate additional revenue from existing client base
Following up on leads, completing RFP's etc.) into accounts to establish additional relationships
Executing on the plan to position Blackbaud as solution of choice
Becoming a 'trusted business advisor' and establish Executive relationships at senior levels within client accounts
Differentiating Blackbaud's solution by positioning professional services
Provide and or coordinate appropriate resources such as online demonstrations and proposals when needed to educate clients and advance sales cycles
Working closely with professional services to present a total solution
Build and maintain an accurate pipeline and timely sales forecasts to management
Identifying internal teams, providing direction and leadership in each sales engagement
Develop a deep understanding of customer industry trends
Qualification
Required
8+ years' experience in positioning and selling large, complex SaaS CRM and/or ERP software solutions within Higher Education sector
Proven experience developing and managing Requests for Proposals (RFPs)
Knowledge and experience working within a solution-selling or consultative selling methodology
Experience selling/navigating a complex sale
Experience in both acquiring new business and cultivating existing relationships for business
A proven track record of consistent over quota achievement within a solutions software vendor
Entrepreneurial drive and work ethic
Preferred
Nonprofit industry experience a plus
Benefits
Medical, dental, and vision insurance
Remote-first workforce
401(k) program with employer match
Flexible paid time off
Generous Parental Leave
Volunteer for vacation
Opportunities to connect to build community and belonging
Pet insurance, legal and identity protection
Tuition reimbursement program
Company
Blackbaud
Blackbaud is a provider of software and services designed for non-profit organizations enabling them to build strong relationships and more.
Funding
Current Stage
Public CompanyTotal Funding
unknown2004-07-22IPO
1999-01-01Acquired
Leadership Team
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