Government Account Executive – State Agencies

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Government Account Executive responsible for revenue growth by representing Sourcewell's solutions in state agencies. Requires strong understanding of government operations and agency relationships.

Responsibilities:

  • Develop and implement a strategic plan to achieve P&L goals for assigned accounts
  • Identify and prioritize potential contacts within assigned region, generating interest in Sourcewell's solutions through various sources such as cold calling, networking events, and referrals.
  • Conduct research on market trends, competitor activities, and participants' unique needs to address inquiries and concerns.
  • Research and have an understanding of government structure and legal requirements of assigned accounts as it relates to positioning Sourcewell's solutions.
  • Collaborate with the Director or Principal Account Executive to create an itinerary for in-market visits and understand the budget and legal authority of assigned accounts.
  • Respond to phone, email and chat inquiries in accordance to service level delivery standards.
  • Build and nurture strong relationships with new participating users to understand their needs and provide tailored solutions.
  • Attend industry trade shows, conferences, and networking events to enhance brand visibility and expand professional connections.
  • Deliver persuasive presentations to Sourcewell's participating agencies that showcase the value proposition of our products or services.

Requirements:

  • Associate's degree in a related field AND 2 years of experience in state government agencies, P&L management, business development, account management, client relations/development, or other directly related experience.
  • A combination of related post-secondary and/or professional education/training and demonstrated relevant work experience equivalent to a total of four (4) years.
  • Public speaking or sales presentation experience.
  • Business process and operational knowledge in sales, customer service, supply chain, and/or procurement.
  • Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
  • Bachelor's degree in a related field (emphasis in business marketing, supply chain management, communication or public relations or closely related fields) preferred.
  • Four (4) years of experience in business development, account management, client relations/development, or other directly related experience preferred.
  • Ability to speak with highly positioned state government personnel preferred.
  • Familiarity with state budgets, fiscal requirements, and forecasting preferred.

Benefits:

  • Paid volunteer time for staff
  • Professional development opportunities