Enterprise Account Executive, Federal

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Home, KS, USA
Hybrid
Senior level
Big Data • Cloud • Information Technology • Software • Business Intelligence • Cybersecurity
We help companies turn technology into a competitive advantage, whether they make it or use it.
The Role
Sell Flexera’s technology intelligence platform to U.S. federal agency accounts, acquiring new customers and expanding existing relationships. Responsibilities include prospecting, needs assessment, solution presentations, pipeline development, forecasting, objection handling, stakeholder relationship management, channel collaboration, and contract negotiation. The role owns the full enterprise sales cycle and is accountable for meeting or exceeding revenue quotas in the federal market.
Summary Generated by Built In

Flexera saves customers billions of dollars in wasted technology spend. A pioneer in Hybrid ITAM and FinOps, Flexera provides award-winning, data-oriented SaaS solutions for technology value optimization (TVO), enabling IT, finance, procurement and cloud teams to gain deep insights into cost optimization, compliance and risks for each business service. Flexera One solutions are built on a set of definitive customer, supplier and industry data, powered by our Technology Intelligence Platform, that enables organizations to visualize their Enterprise Technology Blueprint™ in hybrid environments—from on-premises to SaaS to containers to cloud.

We’re transforming the software industry.  We’re Flexera.  With more than 50,000 customers across the world, were achieving that goal. But we know we can’t do any of that without our team Ready to help us re-imagine the industry during a time of substantial growth and ambitious plans?  Come and see why we’re consistently recognized by Gartner, Forrester and IDC as a category leader in the marketplace. Learn more at flexera.com

The Product

Flexera, the world’s leading Technology Intelligence platform,  simplifies your hybrid IT by providing a comprehensive view of your technology landscape, from on-premises to SaaS to the cloud. Our solutions can optimize your technology investments, reduce costs, mitigate risks, and increase efficiency ultimately accelerating productivity and freeing up resources for innovation. We also offer insights into software, SaaS, and cloud-product usage to facilitate vendor negotiations and renewals with companies such as Microsoft, Oracle, ServiceNow, Broadcom, Adobe, and Salesforce. By incorporating hybrid ITAM and FinOps disciplines, you can strategize to lower costs with cloud service providers such as AWS, Google, Microsoft, and Oracle.

The Role

The Federal Major Account Manager role will sell the Flexera platform within the Federal Agency accounts in the US. This position will play a crucial role in our company's growth strategy by targeting and securing new and expanding public sector accounts where Flexera has no existing footprint as well as maintaining and nurturing existing customer relationships.  

You will be responsible for meeting and exceeding annual quota through execution of prospecting sales strategies and accurate forecasting. You will meet/exceed revenue goals by partnering with a team of Solution Engineers, Business Development, Channel, Marketing, and other members of the Flexera organization.

Responsibilities:

  • Prospect across a broad range of accounts utilizing various lead generation techniques to uncover new business opportunities and cultivate a robust pipeline

  • Establish trust and credibility with prospective clients by demonstrating a deep understanding of their business challenges

  • Conduct a comprehensive needs assessment to identify pain points, challenges, and objectives with prospective clients

  • Articulate Flexera's solutions to precisely address the unique needs of each potential client, demonstrating a commitment to solving their specific challenges

  • Foster and maintain robust relationships with key stakeholders within target accounts

  • Collaborate effectively with the Pre-sales team to develop and deliver impactful presentations and product demonstrations that highlight the value of Flexera’s solutions

  • Work in tandem with Channel & Alliance representatives as well as dedicated inside Sales Development Representatives on joint opportunities, aligning efforts and strategies for maximum impact

  • Accurately forecast opportunities based upon realistic assessments and deliver against that forecast

  • Address customer objections and concerns effectively providing solutions and building trust

  • Navigate and overcome barriers related to migration, cost, security, and performance to drive successful outcomes

  • Successfully negotiate to achieve favorable pricing and contractual agreements that align with the needs and expectations of both Flexera and the client

Qualifications & Experience:

  • 8+ years of experience in selling Enterprise Software solutions to US Federal government accounts

  • Experience utilizing a defined Sales Methodology for business needs/business pain understanding

  • Successful in finding and uncovering opportunities with net new and existing accounts, via creative prospecting tactics and hunting activities

  • Full ownership of the end-to-end sales process (this is not an overlay role)

  • Strong reputation for exceeding sales quota within the Federal market

  • Consultative sales experience targeting relevant companies/businesses to drive cost savings and efficiencies throughout their IT organization

  • Highly motivated and professional, with excellent verbal communication, presentation, and social skills

  • Bachelor’s degree preferred or equivalent experience

Flexera is proud to be an equal opportunity employer.  Qualified applicants will be considered for open roles regardless of age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by local/national laws, policies and/or regulations. 

Flexera understands the value that results from employing a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workforce. We recognize that equity necessitates acknowledging past exclusion and that inclusion requires intentional effort. Our DEI (Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion) council is the driving force behind our commitment to championing policies and practices that foster a welcoming environment for all.

We encourage candidates requiring accommodations to please let us know by emailing [email protected].

Skills Required

  • 8+ years of experience selling enterprise software solutions to U.S. federal government accounts
  • Experience using a defined sales methodology focused on understanding business needs and pain points
  • Experience uncovering opportunities in net-new and existing accounts through creative prospecting and hunting activities
  • Full ownership of the end-to-end sales process
  • Demonstrated success exceeding sales quotas within the federal market
  • Consultative sales experience targeting organizations to drive IT cost savings and efficiencies
  • Strong verbal communication, presentation, and social skills
  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience

Flexera Compensation & Benefits Highlights

The following summarizes recurring compensation and benefits themes identified from responses generated by popular LLMs to common candidate questions about Flexera and has not been reviewed or approved by Flexera.

  • Leave & Time Off Breadth Time off policies are described as generous, with “unlimited” U.S. PTO, paid holidays, and flexibility that supports work–life balance. Usage experiences can vary by team, but the policy is consistently highlighted as a strength.
  • Healthcare Strength Health coverage is characterized as comprehensive, including medical, dental, vision, mental-health/EAP, and HSA/FSA options. This broad core lineup is consistently presented as a solid part of the package.
  • Retirement Support Retirement offerings include a 401(k) and an employee stock purchase plan, complemented by life and disability insurance. Charitable gift matching and other financial protections round out the support.

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The Company
HQ: Itasca, IL
2,000 Employees
Year Founded: 1987

What We Do

Flexera delivers SaaS-based IT management solutions that enable enterprises to accelerate digital transformation and multiply the value of their technology investments. We help organizations inform their IT with definitive visibility into complex hybrid IT ecosystems, providing unparalleled IT insights that allow them to seize technology opportunities. And we help them transform their IT with tools that deliver actionable intelligence across an ever-increasing range of dimensions to effectively manage, govern and optimize their hybrid IT estate. More than 50,000 customers subscribe to our technology value optimization solutions, delivered by 1,300+ passionate team members worldwide. To learn more, visit flexera.com

Why Work With Us

People work here for, well, the people. People stay for the camaraderie with smart, passionate teams who actually like working together and managers who support them. We also offer competitive benefits, hybrid working and unlimited time off. Our inclusivity scores are in the top benchmark and we are consistently rated a “great place to work.”

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