Client Executive, GTS

This Client Executive role is responsible for setting strategy for major regional accounts which are of substantial strategic and revenue generating importance. This position is typically focused on a small number of strategic accounts (large, multi-national companies) and is responsible for driving new business within these, carrying a sales quota aligned with the specific accounts.

• Responsible for directing strategy for large, strategic accounts including driving and coordinating executed selling and relationship activities
• Responsible for detailed understanding of large account client business strategy, drivers, goals and initiatives and translating these into Gartner selling opportunities
• Establish and maintain executive relationships with clients to become the trusted advisor
• Account management with outcome of increased customer satisfaction and increase in retention & account growth
• Quota responsibility aligned to a specific strategic accounts
• Mastery and consistent execution of Gartner's internal sales methodology
• Proficient in large account planning and understanding of territory management
• Manage forecast accuracy on a monthly/quarterly/annual basis
• Maintain competitive knowledge & focus
• Fiscal responsibility with regards to expense management
• In-depth knowledge of Gartner's products and services

• 10-15 years external experience with proven success in consultative sales, preferably experience in high technology (services, software or hardware)
• Ability to prospect and manage C-level and senior level relationships within large multi-national companies
• Strong demonstration of intellect, drive, executive presence, sales acumen
• Proven experience building excellent client relationships, offering value added, insightful and strategic insight into their business
• Proven ability to understand enterprise-wide issues and to structure innovative, integrated solutions that provide IT decision support to global companies
• Comprehensive understanding of technology buying centers
• Extensive and relevant industry knowledge, specific to vertical markets per territory
• Strong computer proficiency
• Excellent written and oral/presentation skills
• Ability to develop and conduct effective presentations with contract decision makers (C-level)
• Knowledge of the full life cycle of the sales process from prospecting to close
• Language requirements as determined by territory needs
• Bachelor's degree, with strong evidence of success in school
• Master's or advanced degree a plus

• Competitive salary, generous paid time off policy, charity match program, Medical, Dental & Vision Plans, Parental Leave, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), 401K matching and more!
• Collaborative, team-oriented culture that embraces diversity