ServiceNow

Sr Commercial Account Executive

ServiceNow$111K — $184K *
Information Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Experience leveraging or critically evaluating AI tools, automation, and insights for business processes
  • 5+ years as a Commercial Account Executive or equivalent role in the IT industry with a record of reaching sales targets
  • Proven executive-level relationship management skills
  • Ability to work effectively in a matrixed organization with virtual specialist support
  • Strong CRM practices ensuring transparency in the sales process
  • Willingness to travel 20-40%, occasionally up to 50%
  • Residency in the Greater Chicago Metro area

Responsibilities

  • Develop and execute a targeted sales strategy for an assigned territory
  • Collaborate with marketing to launch growth initiatives
  • Qualify prospects to generate new business opportunities
  • Arrange and conduct product demonstrations and presentations
  • Manage ongoing accounts to ensure customer satisfaction and expand revenue streams
  • Serve as a trusted advisor by aligning ServiceNow solutions to client IT roadmaps

Benefits

  • Health plans including flexible spending accounts
  • 401(k) plan with company match
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) and matching donations
  • Flexible time away plan
  • Family leave programs
Full Job Description
Company Description

It all started in sunny San Diego, California in 2004 when a visionary engineer, Fred Luddy, saw the potential to transform how we work. Fast forward to today - ServiceNow stands as a global market leader, bringing innovative AI-enhanced technology to over 8,100 customers, including 85% of the Fortune 500®. Our intelligent cloud-based platform seamlessly connects people, systems, and processes to empower organizations to find smarter, faster, and better ways to work. But this is just the beginning of our journey. Join us as we pursue our purpose to make the world work better for everyone.

Job Description

The Commercial Account Executive will produce new business sales revenue from software licenses within customers in the Greater Chicago Metro area with 1,000 to 5,000 employees. This will be achieved through territory planning, including researching prospect customers, using business development strategies and completing field-based sales activities within an assigned territory.

What you get to do in this role:

The Commercial Account Executive builds relationships within Mid-Market clients while achieving quarterly and annual sales quotas for an assigned territory.
  • Develop and run a sales strategy in the allocated territory with a target prospect list, and a regional sales plan
  • Partner with the marketing team to initiate marketing plans to increase growth
  • Qualify prospects and develop new sales opportunities and ongoing revenue streams
  • Arrange and conduct initial product demonstrations and presentations
  • Lead ongoing account management to ensure customer satisfaction and improve additional revenue streams
  • Be a trusted advisor to your customers by understanding their business and advising on how ServiceNow can help their IT roadmap


Qualifications

To be successful in this role you have:
  • Experience in leveraging or critically thinking about how to integrate AI into work processes, decision-making, or problem-solving. This may include using AI-powered tools, automating workflows, analyzing AI-driven insights, or exploring AI's potential impact on the function or industry.
  • 5+ years of experience in a Commercial Account Executive (or equivalent) role within the IT industry
  • Experience achieving sales targets
  • Ability to work in a matrixed support organization using multiple virtual specialists
  • Executive-level relationship management experience
  • Ability to provide transparency to sales process with excellent CRM hygiene
  • Travel: 20-40%, and in some cases up to 50%
  • Must live in Greater Chicago Metro

FD21

For positions in this location, we offer a base pay of $111,750 - $184,400, plus equity (when applicable), variable/incentive compensation and benefits. Sales positions generally offer a competitive On Target Earnings (OTE) incentive compensation structure. Please note that the base pay shown is a guideline, and individual total compensation will vary based on factors such as qualifications, skill level, competencies, and work location. We also offer health plans, including flexible spending accounts, a 401(k) Plan with company match, ESPP, matching donations, a flexible time away plan and family leave programs. Compensation is based on the geographic location in which the role is located and is subject to change based on work location.

Additional Information

Work Personas

We approach our distributed world of work with flexibility and trust. Work personas (flexible, remote, or required in office) are categories that are assigned to ServiceNow employees depending on the nature of their work and their assigned work location. Learn more here. To determine eligibility for a work persona, ServiceNow may confirm the distance between your primary residence and the closest ServiceNow office using a third-party service.

Equal Opportunity Employer

ServiceNow is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin or nationality, ancestry, age, disability, gender identity or expression, marital status, veteran status, or any other category protected by law. In addition, all qualified applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with legal requirements.

Accommodations

We strive to create an accessible and inclusive experience for all candidates. If you require a reasonable accommodation to complete any part of the application process, or are unable to use this online application and need an alternative method to apply, please contact [email protected] for assistance.

Export Control Regulations

For positions requiring access to controlled technology subject to export control regulations, including the U.S. Export Administration Regulations (EAR), ServiceNow may be required to obtain export control approval from government authorities for certain individuals. All employment is contingent upon ServiceNow obtaining any export license or other approval that may be required by relevant export control authorities.

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About ServiceNow

ServiceNow provides cloud-based solutions that define, structure, manage, and automate services for enterprise operations in North America, Europe, the Middle East, Africa, the Asia Pacific, and other countries. The company offers service management solutions, including incident, problem, change, request, and cost management as well as service catalogs; and IT, HR, facilities, and field service management solutions. It also provides IT operations management solutions covering service mapping, delivery, and assurance solutions; business management solutions such as financial management, project portfolio suite, vendor performance management, and performance analytics as well as governance, risk, and compliance; and application development services.

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Join the dynamic team at ServiceNow, a global leader in digital workflow solutions, where innovation and leadership converge to shape the future of work. At ServiceNow, we offer more than just job opportunities; we provide a platform for professional growth and a chance to be part of a culture that values diversity, creativity, and continuous learning.

Work You’ll Do

Embark on a career journey with ServiceNow and contribute to the world’s leading enterprises' digital transformation. Our team is at the forefront of developing cutting-edge technologies that improve how people work. With ServiceNow, you will use your skills to impact businesses and industries profoundly, driving efficiency and innovation.

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ServiceNow is not just another technology company. We are a team that thrives on diversity and leadership, fostering an inclusive environment that promotes growth and development. Our commitment to diversity training ensures that every team member can achieve their potential.

Innovative Work

ServiceNow is home to more than 10,000 dedicated professionals who lead the charge in digital workflows and enterprise solutions. As part of our team, you will engage in projects that merge technology with practical applications, creating revolutionary products that advance how services are delivered and managed.

Career Development

At ServiceNow, your career trajectory is filled with boundless opportunities. We support your growth with robust training programs, leadership development courses, and access to global challenges. Whether you are looking for an internship, full-time position, or leadership role, ServiceNow equips you with the tools to excel.

Be Part of a Great Team

Working at ServiceNow means being part of a community that values teamwork and innovation. Our collaborative environment encourages networking and sharing ideas, making our workplace vibrant and dynamic. The benefits of joining ServiceNow extend beyond comprehensive health and wellness; they include fostering professional connections and friendships that last a lifetime.

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Size
16,881 employees
Market Cap
$76.5 billion
Industry
Net Income
$118.5 million
Founded
2004
5 Year Trend
+33.5%
Revenue
$4.5 billion
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