Forrester

Forrester

Enterprise Account Executive Dept. Of War

Washington, D.C · Contract

Sponsorship not specified$118k-$178kDetected 2 days ago
SalesAccount ManagementBusiness DevelopmentBudgetingProcurementResearchLeadershipCommunicationCritical ThinkingTime Management

About the role

  • Using your curiosity and entrepreneurial mindset, you'll help expand our existing account base of Fortune-class companies by engaging with senior leaders and executives.
  • With a transparent and repeatable consultative sales process, you'll achieve impactful outcomes through creative prospecting - leveraging tools like social media, industry events, and personal connections.
  • This role focuses on driving new business within the Department of War (DoW) and requires a strong command of DoW procurement processes, contracting pathways, and budgeting cycles.

Responsibilities

  • That's why we're always looking to empower talented individuals to perform at their best every single day.
  • The confidence and drive to be bold at work.
  • Join us and build an extraordinary future.
  • Along the way, you'll enjoy the opportunity to drive your professional and financial growth.
  • In this role, you'll work closely with top executives and their teams, gaining a deep understanding of their challenges and demonstrating how Forrester can support their mission.
  • Develop a complete understanding of all our product offerings.
  • Leverages data and insights to secure support and commitment.
  • It's a place where everyone is given the tools, support, and runway they need to go far.
  • Strong existing relationships across DoW stakeholders, with the ability to open doors, build trust, and navigate complex, multi-stage federal sales cycles from early-stage opportunity shaping through close.

Requirements

  • Experience in selling business services to C-level professionals in a highly competitive market would be an advantage.
  • Proven experience in a similar role, specifically with new business development, achieving quota goals, and managing personal sales strategies.

Nice to have

  • A bachelor's degree is preferred, but not essential.

Skills

  • Demonstrates urgency, high energy, and a sense of purpose.
  • Anticipates challenges, adapts to setbacks, and responds well to coaching.
  • Adapts communication style to audience needs and listens actively.
  • Applies critical thinking to anticipate challenges, make data-driven decisions, and achieve goals.
  • Pursues continuous learning and embraces diverse perspectives.
  • Prioritizes work effectively to align with organizational goals and follows standard processes.
  • Builds trust through consistency, reliability, and strong rapport.
  • Skills And Competencies:

Compensation

  • $118,000 - $177,500
  • Please note that the base salary range indicated here is inclusive of all applicable US geographies listed in this requisition.
  • This salary range is based upon the position as described in the job listing.
  • The offered compensation may vary within this range and is dependent upon the successful candidate's primary work location, experience, training, education, and credentials.

Benefits

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Company info

  • At Forrester, we're trusted to work on trailblazing, mission critical problems that business and technology leaders face today.
  • We're proud of our community of smart people and vibrant voices who come together to do what's right by our clients and each other.
  • Here at Forrester, we welcome people from all backgrounds and perspectives.

Equal opportunity

  • If you would like to discuss a reasonable accommodation, please reach out to accommodationrequest@forrester.com.

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