Enterprise Account Executive

okta· 426 open roles

Location TBD On-siteFull-time3 weeks ago

Salary

$260,000 - $390,000

Experience

Mid

Job Type

Full-time

Posted

3 weeks ago

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About This RoleAI processing…

Secure Every Identity, from AI to Human Identity is the key to unlocking the potential of AI. Okta secures AI by building the trusted, neutral infrastructure that enables organizations to safely embrace this new era. This work requires a relentless drive to solve complex challenges with real-world stakes. We are looking for builders and owners who operate with speed and urgency and execute with excellence. This is an opportunity to do career-defining work. We're all in on this mission. If you are too, let's talk.

Key Responsibilities

1
You will plan and execute strategies and sales tactics in the following areas: generating new business, territory planning, pre-request for proposal prospecting, relationship development, pricing, presentation and delivery (finalist or other), negotiations, closing and executing contracts.
2
You will initiate contact and follow-up on sales meetings and teleconferences, meet sales objectives and targets at profitable rates, move prospects into implementation, and meet established sales goals and quota schedule per plan year’s objectives.

Requirements

You will have 8+ years of a consistent track record of employment with direct field sales experience developing net new logos selling enterprise cloud software to enterprise companies.
You have previous experience utilizing partners, channels, and alliances to sell more successfully and overachieve your quota.
You have sold a similar complex solution software and have experience in any of the following: enterprise cloud software or infrastructure management, application development and management, security, business applications, and/or analytics.
You have a measurable track record in new business development and over achieving sales targets.
Experience in selling complex enterprise software solutions and ability to adapt in high growth, fast-growing, and changing environments and can adapt quickly.
Experience in successfully selling during market creation phase.
Proven track record of successfully closing six figure software cloud deals with prospects and customers in the defined territory.
Experience in the “C” suite, strong executive presence and polish, and excellent listening skills.
Experience with target account selling, solution selling, and/or consultative sales techniques; knowledge of MEDDIC and Challenger methodologies is a plus.
Bachelor's degree; MBA a plus or equivalent experience.

Perks & Benefits

In addition, Okta offers equity (where applicable) and benefits, including health, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), flexible spending account, and paid leave (including PTO and parental leave) in accordance with our applicable plans and policies.