Enterprise Account Executive (SoCal)

Upwind Security

$100K — $150K *
US-AnywhereRemote in California, US
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Minimum 5 years of experience in driving and closing enterprise deals.
  • Strong capability to engage with C-level executives and technical stakeholders in Cloud, Security, and DevOps.
  • Proven record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas and revenue targets with consistent W2 history.
  • Familiarity with qualification methodologies like MEDDPICC and disciplined sales processes.
  • Proficient in maintaining accurate sales forecasts and utilizing SFDC for reporting purposes.
  • Exceptional communication and presentation skills.
  • Self-motivated, results-oriented, and adaptable in a startup environment.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and implement a comprehensive sales strategy for new business pipeline growth.
  • Understand customer needs and align Upwind's solutions accordingly for C-level executives.
  • Collaborate with technical teams to ensure smooth integration and quick value realization for clients.
  • Manage end-to-end sales cycles from lead generation to ROI justification delivery.
  • Build relationships with channel partners to enhance market reach and effectiveness.
  • Lead negotiations and drive contracts to successful closure.

Benefits

  • Opportunity to work in a dynamic startup environment.
  • Gain exposure to cloud security concepts and technologies.
  • Collaborative work culture focused on relationship-building with clients and partners.
  • Support from integrated technical teams to aid in client implementation.
  • Opportunity for professional growth in a fast-paced industry.
Full Job Description
We are looking for an experienced Enterprise Account Executive to join our team of expert sellers that is deeply committed to building meaningful relationships with customers, focusing on their value and thinking strategically about bringing deals to close. This is a field sales role, and we are seeking qualified candidates in Southern CA. Responsibilities • Develop and execute a comprehensive sales strategy to identify and generate new business pipeline, exceed revenue targets, and win new enterprise logos • Demonstrate a thorough understanding of customer needs, challenges, and business objectives to effectively position Upwind's solution with C-level executives and technical stakeholders • Partner closely with technical teams to ensure seamless integration and implementation to accelerate the time-to-value realization for clients • Lead and execute end-to-end sales cycles with excellence in all phases: from pipeline generation and opportunity qualification to the creation and delivery of a quantifiable business case / ROI justification • Collaborate and build trusted relationships with Upwind channel partners and ecosystem to expand and optimize market reach • Lead contract negotiations to completion and successful closure Requirements • Proven track record (minimum 5 years) of driving and closing enterprise deals • Ability to effectively sell to both C-level executives and technical stakeholders in Cloud / Security / DevOps • Consistent achievement of quota and revenue targets with strong W2 history • Familiarity and experience utilizing proven qualification methodologies (e.g. MEDDPICC) and a disciplined sales process • Maintain accurate forecasting and reporting of the business to leadership and embrace a data-driven approach to SFDC hygiene • Excellent communication and presentation skills. • Self-motivated, results-driven, collaborative, and adaptable to keep up in a very fast-paced, rapidly changing, startup environment • Strong understanding of cloud security concepts, technologies, and trends preferred

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