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From the employer's careers site First seen 9 Nov 2026

Account Executive

Workday San Francisco, CA Hybrid senior full-time

Salary

$110,400 USD - $134,700 USD per year

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Description

We're seeking an Account Executive to join our Field Sales organization. As a key player, you will drive new customer growth and help guide existing customers on a journey to leverage our enterprise management cloud solutions.

About the Role In this role, you will develop strategies for prioritizing, targeting, and closing key opportunities in your assigned territory. You will perform account planning, coordinate with pre-sales and other resources, and initiate sales of Workday solutions within Medium Enterprise prospects.

Responsibilities

  • Develop strategy for prioritizing, targeting, and closing key opportunities in assigned territory
  • Perform account planning for assigned accounts, coordinating with pre-sales and other resources to ensure strategic alignment
  • Initiate and support sales of Workday solutions within Medium Enterprise prospects and share Workday value propositions
  • Maintain accurate and timely customer/prospect, pipeline, and service forecast data

Requirements

  • 3+ years of experience selling SaaS/Cloud-based ERP/HCM/Financial/Planning/Analytics solutions to C-levels from a field sales position
  • 2+ years of experience negotiating deals with C-Suite Executives
  • 3+ years of experience in engaging in a programmatic approach to generate and develop leads within your territory

Preferred Qualifications

  • Proven track record in a high-velocity sales cycle, including prospecting for a portion of opportunities
  • Understanding of the strategic competitive landscape of the industry
  • Experience leveraging and partnering with internal team members on account strategies
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills

What We Offer

  • Annualized base salary ranges: $110,400 USD - $134,700 USD
  • Opportunity to earn bonuses and stock grants
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Flexible work arrangements, including remote and in-office work

Our Culture We value integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm. We're committed to providing a work environment where everyone belongs and can thrive.

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Skills

Required

Nice to have

  • High-velocity sales
  • Competitive landscape analysis
  • Account strategy
  • Communication skills

Ready to apply?

You apply with the employer directly. Their original posting is here: https://workday.wd5.myworkdayjobs.com/en-US/Workday/job/USA-CA-San-Francisco/Commercial-Account-Executive_JR-0110997

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