Quadient

Account Executive - Government Sales

Quadient$70K — $130K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 1-5 years in B2B, technology, or solutions-based sales.
  • Experience with State and Local Government entities is an asset.
  • Strong customer service and relationship-building skills.
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and persuasion abilities.
  • Familiarity with CRM systems like Salesforce.
  • Solid computer skills including email and Microsoft Word.
  • Ability to work independently and collaborate across teams.

Responsibilities

  • Manage and grow a portfolio of State and Local Government accounts.
  • Prospect, qualify, and close new opportunities within assigned territories.
  • Build relationships with key stakeholders, decision-makers, and influencers.
  • Conduct discovery conversations to understand agency goals, challenges, and funding timelines.
  • Present tailored solutions aligned with government requirements and budgets.
  • Navigate public sector procurement processes, including RFPs and contracts.
  • Maintain accurate pipeline and forecasting using CRM tools.
  • Partner with internal teams for a seamless customer experience.

Benefits

  • Flexible Work: Hybrid work model for a balanced lifestyle.
  • Endless Learning: Access to a global learning platform 24/7.
  • Inclusive Community: Join Empowered Communities and engage in Philanthropy.
  • Comprehensive Rewards: Competitive total rewards covering wellness and work/life balance.
  • Caring for Wellbeing: Complimentary employee assistance program for mental health support.
Full Job Description
Job Description

Remote opportunity - Sacramento, CA, for local travel to customer accounts assigned within the territory, as needed. Must have a valid driver's license.

Compensation:Base salary $70,000.00 + uncapped commissions, monthly car allowance, mileage reimbursement, and a one-time remote stipend. Estimated OTE = $130,000.00

We're seeking a Sales Executive / Account Executive to support and grow our State and Local Government customer base.

In this consultative sales role, you'll build trusted relationships with government agencies, departments, and municipalities, helping them address operational and technology challenges. You'll manage and pursue leads within your assigned territory while also identifying new opportunities through outbound prospecting, digital outreach, and strategic networking.

As an Account Executive, you'll take a solution-oriented approach aligning software, hardware, SaaS subscriptions, and professional services to meet the unique needs, compliance requirements, and purchasing processes of State and Local Government customers. Collaborate closely with marketing, sales leadership, and delivery teams, you'll also operate independently to manage your pipeline and drive deals forward.

Industry experience in public sector or government sales is a plus but not required. We value strong sellers who understand consultative sales, can navigate long sales cycles, and are motivated to learn the nuances of the market.
  • Manage and grow a portfolio of State and Local Government accounts
  • Prospect, qualify, and close new opportunities within assigned territories
  • Build relationships with key stakeholders, decision-makers, and influencers
  • Conduct discovery conversations to understand agency goals, challenges, and funding timelines
  • Present tailored solutions that align with government requirements and budgets
  • Navigate public sector procurement processes, including RFPs and contracts (as applicable)
  • Maintain accurate pipeline and forecasting using CRM tools
  • Partner with internal teams to ensure a seamless customer experience


Qualifications
  • 1-5 years of sales experience, ideally in B2B, technology, or solutions-based sales
  • Experience working with State and Local Government entities
  • Strong customer service and relationship-building skills
  • Excellent communication, negotiation, and persuasion abilities
  • Exposure to CRM systems such as Salesforce
  • Solid computer skills, including email and Microsoft Word
  • Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively across teams


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Additional Information

Rewards & Benefits
  • Flexible Work: Embrace a hybrid work model blending office and remote setup for a balanced lifestyle.
  • Endless Learning: Access global opportunities for growth through our 24/7 online learning platform.
  • Inclusive Community: Join our Empowered Communities and engage in our Philanthropy program.
  • Comprehensive Rewards: Enjoy competitive Total Rewards covering wellness, work/life balance, and more, including a generous referral scheme.
  • Caring for Wellbeing: Access our complimentary employee assistance program for mental health support.

Smart Work at Quadient
At Quadient, our Smart Work approach fosters connection, collaboration, and innovation while offering flexibility based on role requirements. Whether on-site, hybrid, or remote, our work environments are designed to support productivity and engagement. Hybrid employees balance remote and in-office work, on-site roles contribute daily to our vibrant workplace culture, and remote employees stay connected through virtual collaboration and in-person events. No matter where you work, you'll be part of a dynamic, people-first community that drives success together.

About Quadient

Quadient is an international company specialized in mailing equipment, business process automation and customer experience management. It was originally founded as Neopost. As of 2019, the company had about 5,693 employees and annual sales of €1.14 billion. Its products and services are sold in about 90 countries. Quadient is a company listed on the Euronext Paris market. Its stock ticker is QDT.
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