Enterprise Account Executive

San Francisco, CA - USA

Monthly Salary: $ 249000 - 373000

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

Join us at Zendesk where were on a mission to power exceptional service for every person on the planet. Were accelerating that ambition by building products rooted in AI automation and intelligent customer experiences because behind every interaction lies an opportunity to make a human connection.

Were seeking a proven Enterprise Account Executive to join our Bay Area focused sales team driving growth within one of the most dynamic technology markets in the this role youll help Enterprise organizations transform their customer experience through AI-driven service solutions that improve efficiency scalability and impact.

You will play a vital role in growing our Enterprise account base. Building trusted relationships introducing innovative AI and CX solutions and expanding Zendesks footprint within high-value strategic accounts.

What Youll Be Doing:

Drive top line revenue growth by acquiring new Enterprise customers across the Bay Area and executing strategies to penetrate top-tier technology and innovation accounts.
Proactively identify and pursue opportunities to expand AI and automation adoption cross-selling and upselling Zendesks solutions to optimize customer outcomes and profitability.
Manage and nurture key customer relationships to ensure satisfaction retention and long-term partnership growth.
Use data insights intent signals and adoption analytics to prospect effectively enhance retention and expand within existing accounts.
Create quarterly territory and account plans outlining strategies and actionable tactics to increase Zendesks Enterprise market share in the region.
Develop a deep understanding of Zendesks AI and CX platform aligning our technology to customers business objectives and transformation goals.
Lead complex multi-stakeholder sales cycles including multi month value-centric deals with proof of concept stages and AI-enabled solution design.
Maintain a robust well qualified pipeline and accurate forecasting to exceed quarterly and annual revenue goals.
Build and sustain C-level executive relationships positioning Zendesk as a trusted advisor in customer experience and AI innovation.
Collaborate cross-functionally with leadership Customer Success Solutions Engineering and Product teams to deliver cohesive value-driven solutions.
Negotiate and close high value enterprise scale deals using a consultative approach and compelling business cases that highlight measurable ROI.
Stay current with industry trends AI advancements and competitive landscapes to effectively position Zendesk in a rapidly evolving market.

What You Bring to the Role:

8 years of cloud/software B2B sales or solution engineering experience with a consistent record of exceeding sales targets.
Proven success navigating complex Enterprise sales cycles involving multi month engagements proof of concepts and executive-level stakeholder management.
Demonstrated success selling into Enterprise organizations ($1B in revenue) especially within the technology sector.
Strong track record of quota attainment (2 of the last 3 years) and recognition for top performance; Presidents Club membership a plus.
Skilled in engaging VP and C-level executives with the ability to articulate the value of AI-powered CX solutions in business terms.
Strong presentation negotiation and closing abilities with consultative selling expertise.
Experience creating and executing territory and account growth plans that drive measurable results.
Entrepreneurial spirit collaborative mindset and passion for innovation and professional growth.
Familiarity with key Sales tools including Salesforce Outreach Clari Seismic and Looker.
BA/BS degree or equivalent experience required
Willingness to travel as needed across the Bay Area for customer and team engagements.

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The US annualized OTE (On Target Earnings) range for this position is $249000.00-$373000.00 with a pay mix of 50/50 (base/commission). This position may also be eligible for bonus benefits or related incentives. While this range reflects the minimum and maximum value for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations the offer for the successful candidate for this position will be based on job related capabilities applicable experience and other factors such as work location. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only (or OTE for commissions based roles) and do not include bonus benefits or related incentives.

The intelligent heart of customer experience

Zendesk software was built to bring a sense of calm to the chaotic world of customer service. Today we power billions of conversations with brands you know and love.

Zendesk believes in offering our people a fulfilling and inclusive experience. Our hybrid way of working enables us to purposefully come together in person at one of our many Zendesk offices around the world to connect collaborate and learn whilst also giving our people the flexibility to work remotely for part of the week.

As part of our commitment to fairness and transparency we inform all applicants that artificial intelligence (AI) or automated decision systems may be used to screen or evaluate applications for this position in accordance with Company guidelines and applicable law.

Zendesk is an equal opportunity employer and were proud of our ongoing efforts to foster global diversity equity & inclusion in the workplace. Individuals seeking employment and employees at Zendesk are considered without regard to race color religion national origin age sex gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation marital status medical condition ancestry disability military or veteran status or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We are an AA/EEO/Veterans/Disabled employer. If you are based in the United States and would like more information about your EEO rights under the law please click here.

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Job DescriptionJoin us at Zendesk where were on a mission to power exceptional service for every person on the planet. Were accelerating that ambition by building products rooted in AI automation and intelligent customer experiences because behind every interaction lies an opportunity to make a huma...