Who are we:
Gartneris the world’s leading research and advisory company, offering information, advice and tools for business leaders. We provide objective and invaluable insights to our C-level executive clients, where we guide them to achieve the mission-critical priorities of their organization. We’ve grown exponentially since our founding in 1979 and now employ over 17,000 associates globally and support 12,000 clients in more than 100 countries.
What you’ll do as an Account Executive:
As an experienced sales professional, you’ll partner with existing Gartner clients, leveraging internal subject matter experts, to address their most critical priorities. By becoming a true partner to your clients, you’ll identify opportunities for account retention and growth through contract expansion, introducing new services and products. Your role will also include:
1. Quota of $1M+ in contract value across 10 -15 large enterprise accounts
2. Partnering with executives to develop and implement effective, enterprise-wide strategies
3. Guide customer satisfaction, account retention and growth by collaborating with clients and internal Gartner teams
4. Own forecasting and account planning on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis
What you’ll need to be successful:
We’re a traits-based organization that seeks diverse talent to best meet our clients’ needs. We look for sales professionals with strong executive presence, intrinsic drive, natural curiosity and coachability. The experience level we look for is as follows:
5. 3– 6 years of consultative, B2B sales experience
6. Experience prospecting to the C-Suite and senior-level leadership of enterprise businesses
7. Quick learning attributes that enable you to pivot and work through ambiguity
8. Ability to demonstrate strong sales process and strategies
9. Track record of overachievement on goals or quotas
10. Bachelor’s degree required, Master’s or advanced degree is a plus
What’s in it for you?
11. World-class training through our Sales Academy when you join and on-going training from our L&D team and sales leadership
12. Unlimited advancement potential as a sales professional or progression into people leadership
13. Unmatched resources to support your success
14. Inclusive environment with great balance for personal and family life
15. Generous compensation including uncapped commission, accelerators, bonuses & other incentives
What we offer
16. A seat to the table to help drive peak performance in a growing, people business
17. “Virtual First” Hybrid environment with a focus on flexibility and work-life balance
18. Programs to fast-track your career progression and personal development
19. Company funded healthcare plan for you and your family
20. Employee Resource Groups (ERGs), to foster diversity & inclusion
21. Upfront annual leave and additional birthday leave
22. Generous allowance for employees via our IncentFit program
About the Team:
Our diverse sales team is one with a track record of continuous learning and overachievement. Nearly 50% of our sales associates achieved our annual sales recognition trip, Winner’s Circle, in 2022 and 70% were at 100% to plan and above. Most people leaders have been promoted internally and have delivered great success as an individual contributor in the past. They’re hands-on and enjoy working through challenging client scenarios alongside their team!
Learn more about Gartner sales teams on our career blog. Here are a few suggestions to get you started, Gartner Sales Roles and Life of Gartner Sales.
Why consider Gartner as your next Employer?
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24. Best PLaces to Work for LBGTQ Equality 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021& 2022
25. Careers & the disABLED Magazine Top 50 Employers 2021
26. Disability Equality Index Award Best Places to Work for Disability Inclusion 2021 & 2022
27. Forbes Best Large Employers 2022
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Who are we?
At Gartner, Inc. (NYSE: IT), we deliver actionable, objective insight that drives smarter decisions and stronger performance on an organization’s mission-critical priorities. We’ve grown exponentially since our founding in 1979 and we're proud to have over 19,500 associates globally that support over 15,000 client enterprises in more than 100 countries.
What makes Gartner a great place to work?
Our teams are composed of individuals from different geographies, cultures, religions, ethnicities, races, genders, sexual orientations, abilities and generations. We believe that a diversity of experiences makes us stronger—as individuals, as communities and as an organization. That’s why we're recognized worldwide as a great place to work year after year. We've been recognized by Fortune as one of the World’s Most Admired Companies, named a Best Place to Work for LGBTQ Equality by the Human Rights Campaign Corporate Equality Index and a Best Place to Work for Disability Inclusion by the Disability Equality Index. Looking for a place to turn your big ideas into reality? Join #LifeAtGartner
What we offer:
Our people are our most valuable asset, so we invest in them from Day 1. When you join our team, you’ll have access to a vast array of benefits to help you live your life well. These resources are designed to support your physical, financial and emotional well-being. We encourage continued personal and professional growth through ongoing learning and development opportunities. Our employee resource groups, charity match and volunteer programs keep you connected to your internal Gartner community and causes that matter to you.
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