Commercial Development Account Executive 1

Why you’ll love Softchoice:

We are a software-focused IT solutions and services provider that equips organizations to be agile and innovative, and for their people to be engaged, connected, and creative at work. That means moving them to the cloud, helping them build the workplace of tomorrow, and enabling them to make smarter decisions about their technology. By doing these things we help them create success for their customers and their people.

We stand proudly for our people and support their success through career development and advancement. We are recognized and respected for our culture of inclusion and belonging, continuously striving to do what’s good for our people and communities.

The impact you will have:

Challenging customers to disrupt and innovate. It has never been a better, more rewarding time to be in technology sales.   

As Softchoice’s newest Commercial Development Account Executive, you help businesses seize the enormous opportunities of digital transformation. To do so, you challenge customers out of their comfort zone, while sustaining and strengthening our relationships along the way. Best of all, you do it all alongside one of North America’s most trusted technology services and solutions providers. 

As a Commercial Account Executive, you are an essential player in achieving this company-wide vision. To help us get there, we invest in your potential, expecting you to constantly improve your game with training, education, and the resources available to you in the Softchoice community. 

Challenger Sales: This isn’t your typical sales job. With Softchoice, you apply out-of-the-box thinking with customers, often teaching, challenging their assumptions, and tailoring proposals with scrupulous research and industry knowledge. While relationships are important, we take control by setting ourselves apart with our unique and insightful approach to solving our customer’s goals.   

The Commercial Development Account Executive (CDAE) is a direct quota carrier, managing an average of 15-20 accounts in an assigned territory.  The CDAE is responsible for overall account management and for maintaining the customer relationships with Softchoice to positively impact our Net Promoter Score (NPS).  The CDAE is responsible to grow their accounts by understanding and aligning our capabilities to a Customer’s desired business outcomes and by positioning Softchoice as a trusted “go-to” strategic partner. The CDAE will be responsible for all aspect of account management including processing quotes and order and overdelivering on customers’ expectations. 

The CDAE will operate within Softchoice’s prescribed “Role of the Seller” model, and by using the Challenger selling methodology.  Specifically: 

• Word class account management: The CDAE will be responsible for all aspect of account management including processing quotes and orders. At the heart of NPS is overdelivering on the customer expectation around timely, accurate orders which the CDAE will be responsible for. 
• Demonstrate org agility: To effectively demonstrate the role of the seller, the CDAE must be able to draw upon internal resources with specialty knowledge should it be a requirement. He/she must develop an “organization agility” to help progress the sale in order to satisfy the customers business objectives. 
• Accurate Pipeline management: The CDAE will be required to consistently build their future forward pipeline and to do so in an accurate way which helps facilitate communication with other members of the Softchoice team which rely upon this information to optimize their own functions. 

What you’ll do:  

• Collaborate and engage with internal stakeholders and resources with specialty knowledge as required to satisfy the customers business objectives. 
• Maintain strategic alignment with local vendor and distribution channel partnerships 
• Keep updated on product and industry knowledge and attend product training as required 
• Develop strong executive and C-level relationships with existing and prospective Softchoice clients 
• Leverage industry and Softchoice knowledge to identify client business problems and drive and influence resources to address those opportunities through the solution sale of Software, Hardware and Services 
• Responsible for strategic account planning, including industry research, competitive insight, and client forecasts 
• Leverage Salesforce and Softchoice sales methodology to effectively manage accounts, opportunities, and pipelines with consistent and accurate forecasting 

What you’ll bring to the table: 

• Proficient in Salesforce and Office 365 applications 
• Utilize strong problem solving, organizational and interpersonal skills 
• 2+ years of experience in a business-to-business sales environment 
• Demonstrate strong verbal, written, listening and presentation skills; with an ability to present complex solutions in a simple manner. 
• Experience in the technology industry preferred 
• Understand solution selling and creating value for business clients. 
• High-level commitment to exceptional customer service and relationship building.   
• A driven, self-motivated attitude with the ability to work individually and in a team environment.   
• High School diploma or equivalent. 
• Experience navigating and understanding annual reports, financial data, and forecasting 
• Knowledge of and/or experience with Challenger selling methodology preferred 
• Solid business acumen and understanding of how to manage a sales funnel 

Not sure if you qualify? Think about applying anyway:

We understand that not everyone brings 100% of the skills and experience for the role.

At Softchoice, we offer opportunities to a diverse group including those with a variety of workplace experiences and backgrounds. Whether you are new to corporate tech, returning to work after a gap in employment, or looking to transition and take the next step in your career, we are excited to learn more about you and encourage you to apply.

Why people love working here:

• We offer hybrid and remote working opportunities.
• We have raised over $3 million through Softchoice Cares, our grassroots fundraising organization.
• We have also been recognized as a Best Workplace for Women, Best Workplace for Inclusion, Best Workplace for Giving Back and Best Place to Work for LGBTQ+ Equality.
• Softchoice has been certified as a Great Place to Work in the United States for several years.
• Our team members have 2 paid volunteer days per year to give back to a cause of their choice.
• We offer meaningful work and opportunities for career growth.
• Recognized as a Best Workplace in Canada by the Great Place to Work Institute for 18 consecutive years.
• Comprehensive benefits from day one of employment.
• We offer an opportunity to build and grow a career in the technology industry.

Inclusion & Equal opportunity employment:

We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion & belonging. People seeking employment at Softchoice are considered without regard to any protected category including but not limited to, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

Require accommodation? We are ready to help:

We are proud to provide interview & employment accommodation during the recruitment and hiring process. If you require any accommodation to apply or interview for a position, please reach out directly to [email protected] . We are committed to working with you to best meet your needs.

Our commitment to your experience:

We are committed to the safety of all applicants and team members. With that in mind, we have implemented digital interviewing for everyone. We understand that you may need to interview with distractions around you (such as children or furry friends) and we will be doing the same.

Before you start with us, we will conduct a criminal record check, verify your education, and check your references.

When you join Softchoice, we will onboard you remotely. Don't worry. It's quick, simple and you'll be connected with your new team in no time.

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