Account Executive (Senior Mid Market or Mid Market)

The Mid Market  AE will sell our software to small and medium-sized businesses. They will source new customers through outbound efforts and through attending industry trade shows, and they will work on upselling existing clients. 

Responsibilities:

• Account Management: Own and manage a portfolio of accounts, including identifying growth opportunities, expanding existing customer ARR, and ensuring client success.
• Business Development: Conduct outbound calls and emails to generate new business, and proactively identify opportunities to close net new customers. Manage the full sales cycle from initial contact to close. 
• Sales skills: Conduct comprehensive discovery calls to understand prospect needs and pain points. Deliver compelling product demonstrations and presentations. 
• Sales Strategy: Collaborate with Sales Development Representatives (SDRs) and Marketing to follow up on leads for pest control, lawn care, and HVAC companies. 
• Trade Show Engagement: Attend relevant trade shows and industry events to network, generate leads, and build lasting relationships with potential customers. This will require travel around 2-4 times per quarter. 
• Consultative Selling: Provide consultative sales expertise to identify client needs and deliver tailored solutions that drive measurable value, from streamlining technician efficiency to improving customer retention.
• Pipeline Management: Maintain a robust pipeline of qualified prospects and forecast accurately using Applause's CRM tools. 
• Cross-functional Collaboration: Work closely with Customer Success, Product, and Marketing teams to ensure a seamless customer journey and maximize client satisfaction.