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Sr Account Executive - Northeast

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Remote or Hybrid
Hiring Remotely in United States
90K-140K Annually
Senior level
Remote or Hybrid
Hiring Remotely in United States
90K-140K Annually
Senior level
This role involves selling Fortra's software products by developing relationships, identifying business opportunities, leading negotiations, and maintaining customer communications.
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Whether you’re an experienced professional or just getting started, your contributions matter at Fortra. If you’re passionate about tackling meaningful challenges alongside talented team members committed to helping each other succeed, all while having lots of fun, we want to hear from you. We offer competitive benefits and salaries, personal and professional development opportunities, flexibility, and much more! 

At Fortra, we’re breaking the attack chain. Ready to join us? 

This position is responsible for successfully selling Fortra’s software products within the assigned region. Specific duties include identifying and properly qualifying business opportunities, preparing formal proposals, leading negotiations, and overcoming objections to close sales. Individuals in this role need to maintain a strong knowledge of offered solutions while providing accurate sales forecasts in a consistent manner. 

WHAT YOU’LL DO

  • Make regular telephone calls to develop relationships and follow up on leads. 
  • Identify and properly qualify business opportunities. 
  • Lead negotiations, coordinate complex decision-making process, and overcome objections to closure. 
  • Develop and maintain communications in a cooperative and friendly manner with all levels of staff and customers. 
  • Assist in determining sales strategies and goals for products and services. 
  • Assist in evaluating product and service offerings in terms of customer needs. 
  • Research and develop lists of potential customers. 
  • Determine customer needs and apply a product and services offering in an effective manner. 
  • Other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Bachelor’s degree required 
  • Experience with Information Security, Cybersecurity and/or AI is highly preferred. 
  • 5+ years’ of field Sales experience with successful quota attainment
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills 
  • Strong organization and time management skills with the ability to manage competing priorities 
  • Demonstrated ability to problem solve and negotiate with emphasis on closing the sale 

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This role is eligible for commission as defined under the terms of the applicable plan. At Fortra, our compensation philosophy prioritizes fair market value and internal equity, aligning with your experience and specialized skill set.  

As a full-time, exempt employee at Fortra, you’ll enjoy a comprehensive benefits package that includes:  

  • Health, dental, and vision coverage as of hire 
  • Immediate enrollment in 401(k), HSA, and FSA plans 
  • Flexible PTO policy  
  • Tuition and personal enrichment reimbursement 

Check out some of the of the other benefits we offer that are focused on your holistic well-being and our Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion program.

Compensation
$90,000$140,000 USD

Visit our website to learn more about why employees choose to work for Fortra. Remember to connect with us on LinkedIn.
As an EEO/Affirmative Action Employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran or disability status.

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