Medium Enterprise Account Executive - Customer Base - Higher Ed

Workday

Frisco, TX, USA
Base: $137,400 - $167,600 usd annually; bonus/equi...
Fully remote, with flexible in-office opportunities as needed.
4+ years selling saas erp hcm solutions
Experience negotiating with c-suite executives
Programmatic approach to lead generation
Workday is seeking a Medium Enterprise Account Executive to join its customer base sales team, focusing on selling innovative SaaS solutions to higher education institutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in consultative selling, particularly with C-level executives, and will thrive in a collaborative and integrity-driven company culture

Job Summary

  • This role is key to driving incremental add-on business into strategic named accounts within Workday's existing customer base.
  • The company is a Fortune 500 leading AI platform shaping the future of work with a culture rooted in integrity and empathy.
  • Candidates will partner with internal teams including pre-sales and marketing to craft relevant solutions that deliver long-lasting value.

Matching Summary

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Workday is seeking a Medium Enterprise Account Executive to join its customer base sales team, focusing on selling innovative SaaS solutions to higher education institutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in consultative selling, particularly with C-level executives, and will thrive in a collaborative and integrity-driven company culture.

Salary

Base: $137,400 - $167,600 USD annually; Bonus/Equity: Eligible for Workday Bonus Plan or role-specific commission/bonus plus annual refresh stock grants; Benefits: Comprehensive benefits package available

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • 4+ years selling SaaS ERP HCM solutions
  • Experience negotiating with C-Suite Executives
  • Programmatic approach to lead generation
  • Managing deal cycles beyond 6 months
  • Strategic account planning and alignment

Nice-to-have

  • Curious minds and courageous collaborators
  • Sun-drenched optimism and drive
  • Understanding of strategic competitive landscape
  • Partnering with internal cross-functional teams
  • Integrity, empathy, and shared enthusiasm

Key Requirements

  • 4+ years field sales experience in SaaS/Cloud ERP/HCM
  • 3+ years experience negotiating deals with C-Suite
  • Experience managing longer deal cycles over 6 months

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