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Platform & Security Account Executive State and Local Government West

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In-Office or Remote
Hiring Remotely in San Francisco, CA, USA
123K-181K Annually
Senior level
In-Office or Remote
Hiring Remotely in San Francisco, CA, USA
123K-181K Annually
Senior level
Sell Salesforce’s Data Foundation portfolio, including MuleSoft and Informatica, to state and local government customers. Own quota and annual contract value, lead discovery with CIOs and data architects, identify AI-related opportunities, translate technical capabilities into business outcomes, and coordinate technical specialists, solution engineers, partners, and internal stakeholders in a matrixed team-selling environment.
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Salesforce is the #1 AI CRM, where humans with agents drive customer success together. Here, ambition meets action. Tech meets trust. And innovation isn’t a buzzword — it’s a way of life. The world of work as we know it is changing and we're looking for Trailblazers who are passionate about bettering business and the world through AI, driving innovation, and keeping Salesforce's core values at the heart of it all.

Ready to level-up your career at the company leading workforce transformation in the agentic era? You’re in the right place! Agentforce is the future of AI, and you are the future of Salesforce.

Platform Account Executive
The Experience
Join us at Platform Cloud, where we empower organizations to innovate swiftly and meet evolving business needs with a comprehensive suite of tools for application development and management. Our platform includes capabilities such as Low Code AppDev, Customization, Integration, Data Management, Security & Compliance, and Automation. With the addition of Agentforce, Platform is the ultimate toolkit for building AI-powered applications rapidly, transforming every line of business.
As our Platform Specialist Sales team expands, we're excited to welcome passionate individuals who are eager to drive Application Development opportunities. If you're enthusiastic about the potential of AI in enhancing DevOps and enriching user experiences, we want to hear from you! You'll also appreciate the critical importance of Data Security & Privacy, ensuring that sensitive information is protected in all environments.
In the role of Platform Account Executive, you'll unlock the untapped potential of our Platform by collaborating with Account Owners (Core Account Executives) to deliver relevant insights to your accounts. You'll be responsible for achieving a dedicated quota for Platform Cloud product sales while establishing yourself as a trusted advisor to our customers.
What You'll Actually Be Doing
  • Expertise: Become a go-to expert on our Platform portfolio and its value to customers.
  • Territory Planning: Create and maintain a dynamic Territory Plan and contribute to Key Account Plans to set yourself up for success.
  • Lead Generation: Generate new leads through proactive prospecting and assist your team in qualifying opportunities.
  • Sales Success: Exceed annual sales quotas by guiding clients through the full sales cycle, addressing their unique challenges.
  • Advocacy: Promote the power of the Platform, sharing customer success stories to illustrate its value.
  • Team Collaboration: Enable and educate internal teams to identify and qualify Platform opportunities effectively.
  • Partnerships: Collaborate with Salesforce Partners and Consultants to align on strategies and solutions.
  • Deal Management: Strategize, negotiate, and close deals to drive mutual success.

You're Our Person If...
  • Achiever: Proven track record of meeting sales targets and navigating complex deal cycles in SaaS with tenacity and discipline
  • Platform Passion: Experience in selling similar solutions or a strong understanding of our subject matter.
  • Strategist: Ability to develop and execute strategies while inspiring others along the way.
  • Curious & Value-Oriented: Strong skills in uncovering customer needs, with a penchant for asking "why" to explore how the Platform can add value.
  • Collaborative: Proven ability to work effectively with various stakeholders to achieve the best outcomes for both the customer and Salesforce.
  • Trusted Partner: A commitment to guiding customers on their Salesforce journey with integrity and support.
  • Multi-Tasker: Skillful in managing multiple priorities while driving both immediate sales and long-term strategic pursuits.
  • Industry Experience: 5-10+ years of quota carrying software or technology sales, account management and Enterprise-level sales experience.

Unleash Your Potential

When you join Salesforce, you’ll be limitless in all areas of your life. Our benefits and resources support you to find balance and be your best, and our AI agents accelerate your impact so you can do your best. Together, we’ll bring the power of Agentforce to organizations of all sizes and deliver amazing experiences that customers love. Apply today to not only shape the future — but to redefine what’s possible — for yourself, for AI, and the world.

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In the United States, compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, job level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, and benefits. Salesforce offers a variety of benefits to help you live well including: time off programs, medical, dental, vision, mental health support, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and an employee stock purchasing program. More details about company benefits can be found at the following link: https://www.salesforcebenefits.com.Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance and the Los Angeles Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring, Salesforce will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

At Salesforce, we believe in equitable compensation practices that reflect the dynamic nature of labor markets across various regions. The typical base salary range for this position is $123,200 - $164,850 annually There is a different range applicable to specific work locations. In California and New York, and select cities in the metropolitan areas of Boston, Chicago, Seattle, and Washington DC, the base pay range for this role in those locations is $135,300 - $181,000 per year. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for the job location during the hiring process. The range represents base salary only, and does not include company bonus, incentive for sales roles, equity or benefits, as applicable.

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