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Smartsheet

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Account Executive, Commercial - Named (East)

Smartsheet · Chicago, Illinois, United States

Full-timeRemote5-10 yrs$85k–$115kListed as no visa sponsorship
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In short

The Account Executive will manage a sales pipeline to meet quotas and drive expansion within a territory of commercial accounts. They will collaborate with internal teams to execute solution-based sales and maintain accurate records in Salesforce.

What they're looking for

MUST-HAVE SKILLS

SalesAccount managementBusiness developmentProspectingSaaSSalesforceTableauMEDDICC

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Account ExecutiveSaaSSalesforceTableauMEDDICCB2BPipeline managementTerritory managementSoftware salesEnterprise accounts

Candidates must have at least 7 years of full-cycle sales experience, preferably in SaaS, and experience managing enterprise-level accounts. Proficiency in CRM software and a data-driven approach to sales are required.

About Smartsheet

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Questions about this role

Is this Smartsheet role remote?
Tagged remote.
What does it pay?
The posting lists $85,000–$115,000 a year.
Does it sponsor visas?
Listed as no visa sponsorship.
What experience does it ask for?
Listed as 5-10 years.

The posting, in full

For over 20 years, Smartsheet has empowered teams to manage work seamlessly and scale solutions smarter. Now, in our most ambitious chapter yet, we are uniting human teams with AI agents. By orchestrating the work agents do best, automating manual tasks and uncovering insights at scale, we create the space for people to focus on what truly matters: judgment, creativity, and big thinking. That is magic at work, and it’s what we show up for every day.

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For over 20 years, Smartsheet has empowered teams to manage work seamlessly and scale solutions smarter. Now, in our most ambitious chapter yet, we are uniting human teams with AI agents. By orchestrating the work agents do best, automating manual tasks and uncovering insights at scale, we create the space for people to focus on what truly matters: judgment, creativity, and big thinking. That is magic at work, and it’s what we show up for every day.

Smartsheet is seeking change agents to join our Commercial Sales Team as an Account Executive. You will be responsible for increasing software sales and driving expansion across a territory of accounts. You will be motivated, passionate, and opportunistic. You will be a proactive and curious member of the commercial sales team, identifying growth opportunities for clients before they identify a need or gap for themselves.

You will report to our Regional Director, Commercial Sales and can be based in our Boston, MA office or work remotely from anywhere in the US where Smartsheet is a registered employer.

You Will

Build and manage a sales pipeline to meet or exceed software and services sales quotas within your book of business

Execute a solution-based sales process encompassing multiple groups within Commercial accounts or equivalent to (2000-5000 employee size)

Develop and prospect new business opportunities within existing customers by analyzing and proactively targeting high-value needs across multiple departments and lines of business

Leverage existing relationships to expand Smartsheet's footprint into other departments within the account and drive revenue or growth during renewals

Articulate and demonstrate Smartsheet's unique organizational solutions and functional value

Facilitate and manage the partnerships with Sales Engineers, Solutions Consultants, Sales Development and Customer Success teams to support full sales cycle and close business

Create and maintain Joint Engagement Plans for strategic solution deals

Maintain accurate and up-to-date records in Salesforce leveraging MEDDICC qualification guidelines to accurately forecast

Utilize existing sales enablement tools to successfully implement a territory plan. Identifying top accounts through in-depth account research using internal tools as well as external customer-related resources Smartsheet footprint can add value to the client's business

You Have

7+ years of years of full cycle sales experience (prospecting to close) in a technology oriented field. SaaS is highly preferred but not required.

1+ years experience working with Enterprise level accounts (>2,000 employee size)

3+ years of experience maintaining customer relationships and maintaining relationships in a B2B environment

Experience prospecting and managing a designated territory to maximize revenue growth

The ability to research accounts to uncover opportunities for up-sell within existing plans, and multi-thread opportunities across the organization

  • A data-driven sales approach that informs your process and guidance to customers
  • Ability to manage strategic interactions with senior level management

Experience using CRM and power BI software (Salesforce and Tableau) to track daily activities, key metrics and gain territory insights

  • Passion for working with new technologies and technical concepts
  • Bachelor's degree or the equivalent combination of other post-secondary education

Current US Perks & Benefits

Employer subsidized medical/vision and dental coverage for full-time employees

401k Match to help you save for your future (50% of your contribution up to the first 6% of your eligible pay)

Monthly stipend to support your work and productivity

  • 15 days PTO, plus Sick Time Off
  • Up to 24 weeks of Parental Leave

Personal paid Volunteer Day to support our community

Opportunities for professional growth and development including access to Udemy online courses

Company Funded Perks, including a counseling membership, local retail discounts, and your own personal Smartsheet account

Teleworking options from any registered location in the U.S. (role specific)

US employees are automatically covered under Smartsheet-sponsored life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability plans

US employees receive 12 paid holidays per year

Smartsheet provides a competitive base salary range for roles that may be hired in different geographic areas we are licensed to operate our business from. Actual compensation is determined by several factors including, but not limited to, level of professional, educational experience, skills, and specific candidate location. In addition, this role will be eligible for a market competitive incentive opportunity.

US Base Salary Pay Range

$85,000—$115,000 USD

Get to Know Us

At Smartsheet, your ideas are heard, your potential is supported, and your contributions have real impact. You’ll have the freedom to explore, push boundaries, and grow beyond your role. We welcome diverse perspectives and nontraditional paths—because we know that impact comes from individuals who care deeply and challenge thoughtfully. When you’re doing work that stretches you, excites you, and connects you to something bigger, that’s magic at work. Let’s build what’s next, together.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Smartsheet is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment with the best employees. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable laws in the US, UK, Australia, Germany, Costa Rica, Japan, Bulgaria, India, and Singapore. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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This listing comes from Smartsheet's own careers site. Apply links go to the employer. Last checked 3 Oct 2026.