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Account Executive (VP Level)

Sago, formerly Schlesinger Group, is a global research and data partner that connects human answers to business questions, offering a range of qualitative and quantitative solutions. Founded in 1966, the company helps clients understand customer needs to make confident decisions.

Sago

Employee count: 1001-5000

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SAGO is a global leader in market research and data solutions, committed to connectinghuman answers to business questions. The world is transforming, and SAGO is continuously reaching new heights, redefining our solutions beyond our clients' wildest expectations, and making it smarter, faster, and easier to gain insights that matter.

We're a team of innovators, strategists, and problem-solvers, passionate and inspired thinkers, who celebrate our wins. Vibrant Leaders who empower our colleagues and innovate the Market Research industry. Curious learners, constantly finding new ways to transform. Bold thinkers and Authentic team members who show up to work every day being ourselves, never afraid of new ideas or opinions, because we believe they matter.

We are seeking an experienced and strategic Account Executive to join our team. This is a VP level position. As an Account Executive, you would be responsible for developing and growing a portfolio of accounts across the assigned channel and company. The ideal candidate will have deep, established relationships and extensive experience working directly with clients across all facets of research.

  • In depth understanding of Sago products and services and how to customize these products for different customer business segments through a deep understanding of customer needs and requirements.
  • Manage an existing portfolio of clients with revenues in excess of 5MM+ and maintain profitability expectations.
  • Identify and build strong relationships with influencers/decision makers within end client organizations to develop new business.
  • Develop annual sales plan to produce aggressive year-over-year growth and effectively manage profit/pricing expectations.
  • Utilize knowledge of accounts and existing data to analyze and forecast account performance.
  • Achieve and/or exceed quarterly revenue, and profit targets and lead indicator performance metrics.
  • Identifies new sales opportunities and drive revenue by acquiring new clients, expanding into new departments within existing accounts and/or reviving lapsed customers.
  • Develop insightful proposals and deliver strategic sales communications; consult with clients on sample design and business issues.
  • Provide superior customer service by working with internal teams to execute project specifications and deliver quality results to clients; resolving sales or delivery issues; managing bid requests by working with the bid team to delegate and provide clear instructions on bidding and ensuring proper and timely delivery of bid to client.
  • Work closely with Sales leadership to ensure all account strategy is aligned with company goals and objectives.
  • Provide client feedback and industry input to improve current products and innovative client tools/products.
  • Deliver results that produce high levels of client satisfaction and loyalty

Requirements

  • 5+ years working as an Account Executive
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills to engage with clients and internal teams
  • Ability to identify customer needs and recommend appropriate solutions
  • Excellent negotiation and persuasion skills
  • Strategic thinking and problem-solving abilities
  • Proficient in analyzing sales data and market trends

Education/Experience/Computer Skills

  • Bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience required.
  • Applicants must bring a mature level of industry knowledge and expertise with a strong knowledge of qualitative and quantitative data collection methodologies
  • Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office

Benefits

Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K

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Full Time

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Education

Bachelor degree

Experience

5 years minimum

Experience accepted in place of education

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Hiring timezones

United States +/- 0 hours

About Sago

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At the heart of Sago, formerly Schlesinger Group, is a deeply ingrained culture centered on connecting human answers to pivotal business questions. With a rich legacy spanning nearly six decades, our values are the bedrock of our operations, guiding how we engage with clients, participants, and the global community. We believe that what we do and how we do it truly matters. Our mission is to deliver outstanding participant recruitment and research services for any methodology, worldwide. This is underpinned by a vision to be the global leader in cultivating relationships that connect answers to questions, powered by people, passion, and purpose. These aren't just statements; they are the principles that Sarah Berg Schlesinger, our founder, instilled in the company's early days, and they continue to shape our journey.

Our team culture thrives on a commitment to relentless innovation and improving the human experience in research. We are obsessed with understanding and enhancing the 'Return on Innovation' in every Sago interaction. By merging the power of AI with human expertise, we strive to create a more efficient and engaging research process for everyone involved. We foster an environment where being passionate, a leader, curious, bold, and authentic are not just encouraged but are core to our identity. Our people are our advantage; their passion and purpose are palpable whether they are developing new ResTech solutions, working on client projects, or engaging with the wider industry. We envision a future where market research, transformed by human ingenuity and artificial intelligence, empowers businesses to make informed decisions that positively impact society, the environment, and humankind. This conviction that our work can create positive change is central to our company culture and drives our commitment to social responsibility and long-term success for both our company and the world at large.

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