As an Account Executive for our Automotive & Industrials practice, you will be responsible for generating new business, winning net-new clients, and growing strategic relationships within existing accounts. You will develop and executive account plans that drive revenue, expand market presence, and deliver long-term customer value.
Responsibilities
- Applies and leverages Perficient Sales Processes, Solution Selling and Account Management practices.
- Responsible for generating sales in excess of $5+M per year of IT consulting services.
- Candidate should possess a strong suite of local client relationships (Fortune 500, CIOs, Senior Information Systems Executives, and Senior Business Executives) as well as industry relationships (software vendors, integrators).
- Has a “hunter” mentality – loves to open new accounts, build strong relationships and shape large strategic deals.
- Leads and manages customer engagement opportunities from lead generation, to deal review, to negotiations and closing a deal.
- 5+ years Account Management Experience.
Qualifications
- Years of Experience: 5+ years of services sales or professional consulting experience.
- Experience in the following industries a plus: Automotive, Industrial, and Manufacturing.
- A proven track record of achieving and exceeding revenue objectives in complex solutions environment at Fortune 500 clients.
- Knowledge of/experience with structured sales methodologies, e.g., Strategic Selling, Solution Selling, SPIN, Power based Selling, Target Account Selling.
- Able to partner with clients to understand their organizational needs and recommend solutions that add value to their business.
- Strong verbal, written communication, and listening skills; strong customer service and interpersonal skills.
- Excellent collaboration and team-building skills.
- Familiarity with AI-Enhanced platform is a plus.
- Demonstrated ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity, streamline workflows, and support data-informed task execution.
- A solid understanding of AI capabilities and limitations including ethical considerations is expected.
ABOUT THE TEAM
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ABOUT PERFICIENT
Perficient is the global AI and technology consulting firm disrupting the traditional consulting model. Powered by our 7,000+ advisors, engineers, and designers, Perficient implements AI-first solutions that break conventions and deliver outcomes that matter. Proudly serving clients that represent the world’s most innovative brands, and in collaboration with our powerful technology partner ecosystem, we bring deep industry expertise and data-driven design to redefine how businesses run and succeed. Perficient is different. For real. Learn more at perficient.com.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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Applications will be accepted until the position is filled or the posting is removed.
The salary range for this position takes into consideration a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill sets, level of experience, applicable office location, training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The new hire salary range displays the minimum and maximum salary targets for this position across all US locations, and the range has not been adjusted for any specific state differentials. It is not typical for a candidate to be hired at or near the top of the range for their role, and compensation decisions are dependent on the unique facts and circumstances regarding each candidate. A reasonable estimate of the current salary range for this position is $125,000.00 to $200,000.00. Please note that the salary range posted reflects the base salary only and does not include benefits or any potential variable compensation programs. Information regarding the benefits available for this position are in our benefits overview.
About UsPerficient is the global AI and technology consulting firm disrupting the traditional consulting model. Powered by our 7,000+ advisors, engineers, and designers, Perficient implements AI-first solutions that break conventions and deliver outcomes that matter. Proudly serving clients that represent the world’s most innovative brands, and in collaboration with our powerful technology partner ecosystem, we bring deep industry expertise and data-driven design to redefine how businesses run and succeed. Perficient is different. For real. Learn more at perficient.com.
Skills Required
- 5+ years of account management experience
- 5+ years of services sales or professional consulting experience
- Proven track record achieving and exceeding revenue objectives in complex solutions environments with Fortune 500 clients
- Knowledge of structured sales methodologies such as Strategic Selling, Solution Selling, SPIN, Power Based Selling, or Target Account Selling
- Ability to understand client organizational needs and recommend value-added solutions
- Strong verbal, written communication, listening, customer service, and interpersonal skills
- Excellent collaboration and team-building skills
- Strong local client relationships with Fortune 500 executives and industry relationships with software vendors or integrators
- Experience in automotive, industrial, or manufacturing industries
- Familiarity with AI-enhanced platforms
- Ability to leverage AI tools to enhance productivity and streamline workflows
- Understanding of AI capabilities, limitations, and ethical considerations
Perficient Compensation & Benefits Highlights
The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Perficient and has not been reviewed or approved by Perficient.
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Retirement Support — Retirement offerings are positioned as robust, including a 401(k) with company match, an Employee Stock Purchase Plan, and an option for after-tax contributions (mega backdoor Roth). Eligibility details are described as clear for core benefits, supporting confidence in plan access timing.
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Parental & Family Support — Parental benefits are described as structured, with paid maternity recovery time and paid parental leave for all new parents. Company-paid disability coverage is also highlighted, strengthening the overall family support posture.
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Fair & Transparent Compensation — Compensation is characterized as generally market-aligned for a portion of roles, with examples of pay being viewed as fair or decent in certain contexts (such as remote or region-specific situations). Variable pay potential appears stronger in some tracks, improving perceived competitiveness for those roles.
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What We Do
Perficient is a leading global digital consultancy. We imagine, create, engineer, and run digital transformation solutions that help our clients exceed customers’ expectations, outpace competition, and grow their business. With unparalleled strategy, creative, and technology capabilities, we bring big thinking and innovative ideas, along with a practical approach to help the world’s largest enterprises and biggest brands succeed.









