Altera Corporation is seeking a highly experienced Sales Account Manager with a proven track record of supporting sales at major OEMs in the Los Angeles, CA area. This role requires a strategic, results-driven professional who can manage high-value accounts, develop long-term relationships, and drive revenue growth.
The ideal candidate will have both business and technical acumen and have strong experience in sales account management selling highly technical,
semiconductor solutions, and a deep understanding of Tier 1 and major customers.
* Must reside in Southern California in the Los Angeles area for proximity to customers.
Key Responsibilities:
Manage and grow strategic relationships with customers.
Develop and execute sales strategies to meet or exceed revenue targets.
Serve as the primary point of contact for key accounts, understanding their business needs and delivering tailored solutions.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including business solutions, product marketing, and engineering to support account growth.
Monitor market trends and competitor activity to identify new opportunities.
Provide accurate forecasting, reporting, and analysis for senior leadership.
The compensation below is reflective of a sales role that includes a salary + incentive. Our compensation reflects the cost of labor within the US market. Actual compensation may vary based on a number of factors including job location, job-related knowledge, skills, experiences, trainings, etc.
$199.6K - $288.9K USD
We use artificial intelligence to screen, assess, or select applicants for the position. Applicants must be eligible for any required U.S. export authorizations.
Required Qualifications:
Strong experience in sales account management or related roles.
Proven success supporting customers with complex sales cycles.
Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to influence and collaborate with senior executives.
Track record of consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets.
Bachelor’s Degree in Electrical Engineering or higher, MBA desired (but not required)
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience in selling highly specialized semiconductor solutions (FPGA's, ASIC's etc.)
Established network within customer organizations.
Familiarity with CRM tools and sales analytics platforms.
Why Altera Corporation:
Be part of an innovative team driving industry-leading solutions.
Competitive compensation and benefits package.
Opportunities for career growth and leadership development.
Skills Required
- Strong experience in sales account management or related roles
- Proven success supporting customers with complex sales cycles
- Strong negotiation, communication, and relationship-building skills
- Ability to influence and collaborate with senior executives
- Track record of consistently meeting or exceeding sales targets
- Bachelor's degree in Electrical Engineering or higher
- MBA
- Experience selling highly specialized semiconductor solutions, including FPGAs and ASICs
- Established network within Bay Area customer organizations
- Familiarity with CRM tools and sales analytics platforms
- Residence in Southern California in the Los Angeles area
- Eligibility for required U.S. export authorizations
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Retirement Support — Feedback suggests retirement programs are robust, with offerings such as a 401(k) and a pension. This breadth supports long-term financial security.
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Leave & Time Off Breadth — Feedback suggests time-off policies are generous, including PTO, paid sick days, and paid holidays. Wellness initiatives like gym memberships further support balance.
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Parental & Family Support — Feedback suggests parental leave is generous. Family-building support, including fertility benefits and adoption reimbursement, is highlighted as part of the package.
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