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SAS

Account Executive – Commercial Sector

SAS

. Sell software, solutions, and services to current and prospective customers within an assigned territory.

Posted 10/30/2026full-timeCary • North Carolina • United StatesMid-LevelSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in sales strategies, account management, and customer relationship building, with a strong understanding of software solutions and industry trends. Proficient in utilizing sales methodologies and tools for effective pipeline management and forecasting.

Highest-signal resume keywords
Sales Strategy DevelopmentAccount ManagementCustomer Relationship ManagementSAS Application KnowledgeSales Methodologies

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Hard Skills
Sales TechniquesSoftware Solutions SalesProposal PreparationForecastingTerritory AnalysisBusiness Needs AssessmentContract CoordinationPipeline ManagementQuotations PreparationTechnical Support
Soft Skills
CommunicationTeam CollaborationIndependent WorkCustomer Satisfaction MonitoringRelationship Nurturing
Tools & Technologies
Account Planning ToolsBASE Sales MethodologyStrategic Selling
Industry Keywords
Computer Software SolutionsTelecommunications SoftwareHardware Acquisition CyclesBusiness MarketingMIS

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact
  • Sell software, solutions, and services to current and prospective customers within an assigned territory.
  • Prospect within assigned accounts to uncover business needs, qualify opportunities, and determine required resources.
  • Implement territory and account management strategies.
  • Identify high-potential accounts, advance opportunities through the sales cycle, and forecast closing timelines.
  • Collaborate with pre-sales resources, virtual sales teams, account managers, and executives.
  • Prepare quotations, proposals, and contracts and coordinate delivery schedules.
  • Follow up with customers to monitor satisfaction, uncover additional revenue opportunities, and nurture relationships.
  • Use company account planning tools and sales methodologies such as BASE or Strategic Selling for pipeline management and forecasting.
  • Apply company marketing goals, industry trends, and SAS application knowledge to assess needs and recommend solutions.
  • Develop and execute action plans to close business and expand relationships within the territory.

Requirements

What you’ll need
  • Bachelor's degree, preferably in Business, Marketing, MIS, or another relevant discipline.
  • Minimum of five years of experience in sales, marketing, or technical support of computer software solutions, related training products and services, computer hardware, or telecommunications software/hardware.
  • Specific industry-related experience may be considered in combination with the stated requirements.
  • Knowledge of basic sales techniques.
  • Knowledge of hardware and/or software acquisition cycles and buying influences.
  • Ability to analyze and evaluate territory dynamics and develop a sales plan.
  • Ability to communicate technical and business concepts and relate them to SAS applications and user needs.
  • Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
  • Ability to travel.
  • Equivalent combination of related education, training and experience may be considered in place of the above qualifications.

Benefits

Comp & perks
  • Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental and vision plans.
  • An industry-leading 401k plan.
  • Generous time away including vacation time, a variety of paid holidays, and the U.S. Winter Wellness Break between December 25 and January 1.
  • Volunteer Time Off, parental leave and unlimited paid sick days.
  • Recorded fitness classes through the Recreation and Fitness Center.
  • Well-being programs that reduce stress and distractions to help employees stay healthy and productive.
  • Flexible work arrangement with hybrid work and remote work available for workers based in the USA.