Celonis

Account Executive - Federal

Celonis$163K — $193K *
US-AnywhereRemote in Washington, DC
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 8+ years of SaaS sales experience, focusing on both new business and expansion of existing opportunities.
  • 5 years of experience selling to the federal government.
  • Ability to navigate complex sales cycles with multiple stakeholders.
  • Successful track record of selling enterprise software to C-level executives.
  • Strong understanding of business operations and KPIs, particularly in Finance and Supply Chain.
  • Experience collaborating with partners in consulting or technology solutions.

Responsibilities

  • Discover new business opportunities in the assigned accounts.
  • Establish connections with executives and decision-makers.
  • Understand target account needs and articulate software solutions.
  • Guide the structured sales journey from prospecting to closing.
  • Collaborate on tailored presentations with Value Engineering team.
  • Build partnerships with consulting firms and SaaS providers.
  • Work closely with a virtual team for seamless operation.

Benefits

  • Work with a leader in Process Mining and AI-driven operations.
  • Receive ownership through Restricted Stock Units and merit grants.
  • Enjoy 24 weeks of fully paid parental leave and flexible work options.
  • Unlimited and generous PTO policy to promote work-life balance.
  • Access to continuous learning through various programs and platforms.
  • Well-being benefits including subsidized memberships and mental health support.
  • Participate in annual community service days and environmental initiatives.
  • Join a mission-driven organization focused on core values and inclusion.
Full Job Description
The Team:

The Account Executive, a pivotal member of our enterprise sales team, is dedicated to driving growth by acquiring new clients across the region. This role is solely focused on expanding our footprint in the U.S Public Sector. Leveraging top-tier products and effective sales strategies, the Account Executive collaborates closely with Value Engineers, Business Development Representatives, and other cross-functional teams to identify and capture high-value new business opportunities.

The Role:

The primary objective is to build and expand market presence by capitalizing on untapped opportunities in the region. As an Account Executive specializing in new business sales, this role is integral to our strategy for expanding market share through targeted client acquisitions. Key responsibilities include

The work you'll do:
  • Discover and cultivate new business opportunities within a designated set of accounts within your assigned client portfolio.
  • Establish and strengthen connections across various levels of the organization, engaging with executives and decision-makers to understand their needs.
  • Comprehend the strategic and operational requirements of your target accounts and proficiently articulate how Celonis can address them.
  • Guide the sales journey, adhering to a structured approach through prospecting, initial contact, qualification, client engagement, needs analysis, solution proposal, and ultimately closing deals.
  • Collaborate with Value Engineering or personally conduct comprehensive presentations and demonstrations tailored to specific use cases, showcasing the value of our solutions.
  • Forge strong partnerships, particularly with leading consulting firms, SaaS partners, and the Big4.
  • Work closely with your virtual team, which includes business development representatives, value engineers, partner managers, and marketing specialists, to ensure seamless collaboration and success.

The qualifications you need:
  • 8+ years of demonstrated success in Software as a Service (SaaS) sales, particularly in roles focused on both expanding existing business opportunities and cultivating new business opportunities.
  • 5 years of experience selling into federal government
  • Proven ability to navigate complex sales cycles involving multiple decision-makers.
  • Track record of selling enterprise-level software applications to C-level stakeholders.
  • Strong business acumen with a solid understanding of business processes and KPIs (e.g. in Finance, Supply Chain)
  • Experience collaborating with partners, such as consulting firms or providers of enterprise technology solutions.

Visa sponsorship is not offered for this role.

The base salary range below is for the role in the specified location, based on a Full Time Schedule.

Total compensation package will include base salary + bonus/commission + equity + benefits (health, dental, life, 401k, and paid time off). Please note that the base salary range is a guideline, and that the actual total compensation offer will be determined based on various factors, including, but not limited to, applicant's qualifications, skills, experiences, and location.

The base salary range below is for the role in Washington, D.C. based on a Full Time Schedule.

$163,000-$193,000 USD

What Celonis can offer you:
  • Pioneer Innovation: Work with the global leader in Process Mining and the Process Intelligence Graph to shape the future of AI-driven business operations.
  • Ownership from Day 1: Every full-time "Celonaut" is an owner, receiving Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and merit-based refresh grants.
  • Unrivaled Family Support: Benefit from our inclusive parental leave policy-24 weeks of fully paid leave for primary carers and 12 weeks for supporting carers, available from your first day of employment.
  • Work-Life Integration: Enjoy Unlimited PTO (in applicable regions) and generous PTO globally, as well as a flexible hybrid work model that balances remote focus with vibrant office collaboration.
  • Continuous Growth: Elevate your skills through our 70-20-10 learning framework, mentorship programs, and access to a dedicated learning platform.
  • Holistic Well-being: Prioritize your health with subsidized Wellhub memberships, mental health counseling, and dedicated "Wellness Weeks" that prioritize work/life balance.
  • Drive Sustainability: Participate in annual Impact Days, where you receive paid time off to volunteer for community and environmental causes with your local office, or virtually.
  • Global Inclusion & Belonging: Find community through our Inclusion Think Tank and participate in our annual Inclusion Days, ensuring every voice is heard and valued.
  • Value-Driven Impact: Join a mission-led organization where our core values-Live for Customer Value, The Best Team Wins, We Own It, and Earth Is Our Future-drive every decision.

About Celonis

Celonis is a process mining software company that provides data-driven insights to help companies improve their business processes. The company's platform uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to analyze data from various sources and provide insights into how to optimize processes. Celonis has over 1,000 customers including Siemens, Uber, and Vodafone, and was named to the Forbes Cloud 100 list in 2019 and 2020.
Learn more about Celonis
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1,000 employees
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Founded
2011

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