Platform & Security Account Executive State and Local Government West

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Job opportunity for Platform & Security Account Executive State and Local Government West at Salesforce.

Role Overview

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About Salesforce

Salesforce is the #1 AI CRM, where humans with agents drive customer success together. Here, ambition meets action. Tech meets trust. And innovation isn’t a buzzword — it’s a way of life. The world of work as we know it is changing and we're looking for Trailblazers who are passionate about bettering business and the world through AI, driving innovation, and keeping Salesforce's core values at the heart of it all.

Ready to level-up your career at the company leading workforce transformation in the agentic era? You’re in the right place! Agentforce is the future of AI, and you are the future of Salesforce.

• Expertise: Become a go-to expert on our Platform portfolio and its value to customers.
• Territory Planning: Create and maintain a dynamic Territory Plan and contribute to Key Account Plans to set yourself up for success.
• Lead Generation: Generate new leads through proactive prospecting and assist your team in qualifying opportunities.
• Sales Success: Exceed annual sales quotas by guiding clients through the full sales cycle, addressing their unique challenges.
• Advocacy: Promote the power of the Platform, sharing customer success stories to illustrate its value.
• Team Collaboration: Enable and educate internal teams to identify and qualify Platform opportunities effectively.
• Partnerships: Collaborate with Salesforce Partners and Consultants to align on strategies and solutions.
• Deal Management: Strategize, negotiate, and close deals to drive mutual success.

You're Our Person If...

• Achiever: Proven track record of meeting sales targets and navigating complex deal cycles in SaaS with tenacity and discipline
• Platform Passion: Experience in selling similar solutions or a strong understanding of our subject matter.
• Strategist: Ability to develop and execute strategies while inspiring others along the way.
• Curious & Value-Oriented: Strong skills in uncovering customer needs, with a penchant for asking "why" to explore how the Platform can add value.
• Collaborative: Proven ability to work effectively with various stakeholders to achieve the best outcomes for both the customer and Salesforce.
• Trusted Partner: A commitment to guiding customers on their Salesforce journey with integrity and support.
• Multi-Tasker: Skillful in managing multiple priorities while driving both immediate sales and long-term strategic pursuits.
• Industry Experience: 5-10+ years of quota carrying software or technology sales, account management and Enterprise-level sales experience.

Unleash Your Potential

When you join Salesforce, you’ll be limitless in all areas of your life. Our benefits and resources support you to find balance and be your best , and our AI agents accelerate your impact so you can do your best . Together, we’ll bring the power of Agentforce to organizations of all sizes and deliver amazing experiences that customers love. Apply today to not only shape the future — but to redefine what’s possible — for yourself, for AI, and the world.

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