Braze

Account Executive, Enterprise

Braze$150K — $181K *
Retail & Consumer Goods
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8-10 years of strategic SaaS sales experience with enterprise clients, particularly in Retail & Consumer Goods
  • Expertise in complex solution selling with a strong focus on value-based assessments
  • Demonstrated success in sourcing and prospecting new accounts through effective outbound strategies
  • Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills for technical and business communication
  • Adaptable to new cloud applications and tools like Salesforce.com, leveraging AI for efficiency
  • Strong networking abilities to identify and engage key decision-makers in large organizations
  • Current knowledge of digital trends and application landscapes affecting consumer behavior
  • Willingness to travel for client engagements

Responsibilities

  • Build and maintain relationships with C-level executives at major brands
  • Identify and target new enterprise accounts through strategic prospecting
  • Cultivate relationships with key accounts while uncovering new opportunities
  • Apply a consultative sales strategy to diagnose client business challenges
  • Collaborate with internal teams to enhance the client experience
  • Expand existing accounts using insights from market research
  • Educate clients on industry trends to position Braze as a leader in the space
  • Manage sales pipelines and forecasting with tools like Salesforce.com

Benefits

  • Competitive compensation including equity options
  • Retirement and Employee Stock Purchase Plans
  • Flexible paid time off for work-life harmony
  • Comprehensive health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
  • Family services including fertility benefits and paid parental leave
  • Professional growth opportunities with career development support
  • Curated in-office experiences to encourage community and innovation
  • Community engagement options like a Volunteer Week and donation matching
  • Supportive Employee Resource Groups to foster inclusive communities
  • Recognition as a Great Place to Work® with a fun, collaborative culture
Full Job Description
WHAT YOU'LL DO

As an Account Executive on our Enterprise Retail team, you will manage the full sales cycle from prospecting to close. Your portfolio will include both prospective and strategic existing customers within Braze's large Enterprise segment.

This role is designed for a SaaS Sales professional with a proven track record in generating new business through strong prospecting and business development skills. Ideal candidates will have 8+ years of experience selling complex SaaS solutions to enterprise clients, with typical deal sizes ranging exceeding $1M+ per year. Additionally, candidates should possess at least 10 years of overall industry experience, ideally with a focus on Retail & Consumer Goods verticals.

We are particularly interested in individuals who have worked with enterprise organizations and understand how to navigate complex, cross-functional stakeholder and decision-making committees. Experience selling solutions that engage stakeholders across both IT and business departments is highly valued. Familiarity with analytics, CRM, marketing automation, customer data management, digital media, or content marketing solutions would be an excellent fit. Prior experience should also include routine collaboration with marketing, partnerships, and business development teams to help accelerate lead generation efforts.

WHAT YOU'LL DO
  • Build and nurture trusted relationships with C-suite executives at top-tier brands, understanding their organizational complexities and procurement processes
  • Identify and pursue net-new enterprise accounts through targeted prospecting and outbound efforts
  • Develop and manage relationships with high-profile accounts while actively seeking new opportunities
  • Implement a consultative sales approach to identify priority business challenges and take a value-based approach to solution selling
  • Collaborate with internal and external teams to ensure a seamless client experience
  • Drive account expansion within assigned accounts using market insights
  • Educate clients on industry trends, positioning Braze as a trusted partner & ecosystem leader
  • Utilize Salesforce.com, Clari, and other CRM tools to manage sales pipelines and ensure accurate forecasting

WHO YOU ARE
  • 8-10 years in strategic SaaS sales, focusing on large enterprise clients, ideally with a focus on Retail & Consumer Goods verticals
  • Experience in complex solution selling, with a strong background in Value Selling and Business Value Assessments
  • Proven ability to source and prospect new accounts through effective outbound strategies
  • Outstanding verbal, written, and presentation skills for articulating technical concepts & positive business outcomes
  • Quick adaptability to new cloud applications and tools, with experience in Salesforce.com or similar CRMs, as well as leveraging AI for productivity gains
  • Strong networking skills, able to navigate large organizations and identify key decision-makers
  • Up-to-date understanding of the digital and application landscape, as well as consumer trends
  • Willingness to travel as needed

For candidates based in the United States, the pay range for this position at the start of employment is expected to be between $150,000 and $181,000/year, with an expected On Target Earnings (OTE) between $300,000 and $362,000/year (including bonus or commission). Your exact offer may vary depending on multiple individualized factors, including market location, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. In addition to cash compensation, this role qualifies for a comprehensive Total Rewards package that includes equity grants of restricted stock (RSUs) so that you will own a piece of our company.

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WHAT WE OFFER

Braze benefits vary by location, and we encourage you to review our specific benefits offerings for each country here. More details on benefits plans will be provided if you receive an offer of employment.

From offering comprehensive benefits to fostering hybrid ways of working, we've got you covered so you can prioritize work-life harmony. Braze offers benefits such as:
  • Competitive compensation that may include equity
  • Retirement and Employee Stock Purchase Plans
  • Flexible paid time off
  • Comprehensive benefit plans covering medical, dental, vision, life, and disability
  • Family services that include fertility benefits and equal paid parental leave
  • Professional development supported by formal career pathing, learning platforms, and a yearly learning stipend
  • A curated in-office employee experience, designed to foster community, team connections, and innovation
  • Opportunities to give back to your community, including an annual company-wide Volunteer Week and donation matching
  • Employee Resource Groups that provide supportive communities within Braze
  • Collaborative, transparent, and fun culture recognized as a Great Place to Work®

About Braze

Braze is a customer engagement platform that delivers messaging experiences across push, email, in-app, and more. The company's platform is designed to help brands create personalized and relevant messaging experiences for their customers. Braze was founded in 2011 and is headquartered in New York, New York.
Learn more about Braze
Size
1,000 employees
Market Cap
$2.4 billion
Industry
Founded
2011
NASDAQ

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