Esri Sales Executive
Houston, TX - USA
Job Summary
Location: Houston (Hybrid) or Remote
Employment Type: Perm Employee
Pay: Competitive compensation package with base salary and generous monthly commissions.
Full benefits including 401k with company match unlimited PTO and paid holidays.
About Us:
JOB SUMMARY:
We are seeking an experienced Esri Sales Executive to become a key member of our consulting sales team. This individual will be responsible for identifying and developing new business opportunities building strong relationships with clients and decision-makers and selling Esri-based GIS solutions and professional services that address complex business and operational challenges.
The ideal candidate will have a strong understanding of the Esri ArcGIS platform and the GIS ecosystem combined with a proven track record of selling technology solutions consulting services or enterprise software. This role requires a consultative sales approach and the ability to understand client needs articulate the business value of GIS and geospatial solutions and collaborate with technical teams to develop compelling solutions and proposals.
Join a supportive and collaborative team environment including dedicated sales support with excellent growth opportunities competitive compensation generous benefits and significant commission potential.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Prospect identify and develop new business opportunities for Esri-based GIS solutions geospatial technology and related consulting services
- Leverage existing relationships with business owners C-level executives IT leaders GIS leaders and other key decision-makers across target industries
- Develop and maintain a strong sales pipeline through proactive prospecting networking referrals industry events and strategic account development
- Articulate the value of Esri ArcGIS solutions GIS technology geospatial data and related professional services to prospective clients
- Conduct discovery meetings to understand client business challenges operational needs and technology requirements and align them with appropriate GIS solutions
- Identify opportunities to expand existing client relationships through additional GIS consulting implementation integration application development and managed services
- Develop and deliver professional sales presentations solution demonstrations proposals and statements of work in collaboration with technical and sales support teams
- Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting and qualification through proposal development negotiation contract execution and hand off to delivery teams
- Build trusted long-term relationships with clients and serve as a strategic advisor throughout the sales process
- Collaborate with GIS consultants solution architects project managers and technical teams to develop solutions that address client requirements
- Attend industry conferences networking events and Esri-related events to build brand awareness generate leads and expand professional networks
- Support senior sales leadership with pipeline management account planning forecasting and business development initiatives
- Monitor industry trends emerging geospatial technologies and evolving client needs to identify new opportunities for growth
- Negotiate contracts and commercial terms while working toward or exceeding established sales targets and revenue goals
- Maintain accurate opportunity pipeline and account information within the companys CRM and sales management processes
SKILLS & QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of 6 years of experience in technology sales consulting sales account management or business development
- Proven experience selling Esri ArcGIS GIS solutions geospatial technology or related technology consulting service
- Strong understanding of the GIS and geospatial technology market including familiarity with the Esri ArcGIS platform and its applications in enterprise environment
- Demonstrated ability to engage and build relationships with business owners C-level executives IT leaders GIS managers and other key decision-maker
- Proven track record of achieving or exceeding sales quotas revenue targets or business development goal
- Experience selling complex technology solutions and/or professional services using a consultative sales approach
- Strong understanding of software technology consulting systems integration and enterprise solution
- Experience developing proposals statements of work and responses to RFPs/RFQs in collaboration with technical team
- Strong negotiation presentation communication and relationship-building skill
- Excellent organizational skills with the ability to manage multiple opportunities and priorities simultaneously
- Self-motivated results-oriented and comfortable working independently in a remote or hybrid environment
- Strong collaboration skills and the ability to work effectively with technical consultants solution architects project managers and internal sales support team
- Ability and willingness to travel periodically for client meetings networking events conferences and industry engagement
- A fearless entrepreneurial and mission-driven attitude with a passion for technology and business development
Preferred Qualifications:
- Existing relationships within the Esri GIS geospatial or technology consulting ecosystem
- Experience selling into Oil and Gas Energy Public Sector Manufacturing Logistics or Utilities
- Existing network of contacts within organizations that utilize GIS and geospatial technology
- Familiarity with GIS implementation systems integration application development data management or geospatial analytics
- Experience working with Esri partners Esri customers or organizations with enterprise GIS environments
- Bachelors degree in Business Marketing Information Technology GIS Geography or a related field is preferred
Required Skills:
Must have an associate degree in relevant area; or one (1) year certificate from college or technical school; or over five years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience. Must be computer and office technology literate. Must be proficient with Microsoft Outlook Word and Excel. Must have good organizational skills and be able to prioritize responsibilities. Must be able to communicate well with co-workers senior staff members and all internal customers as well as external customers suppliers and sales representatives. Must be able to work as an integral member in a team environment. Experience working in both an office and supporting manufacturing shop floor computers and IT infrastructure is ideal Must maintain regular attendance.