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Account Executive

Sasha Sidel Coaching
Chicago, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 8/29/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/27/2026

Account Executive - Sales Hunter

About Our Client

Our client is a dynamic, high-growth technology solutions provider looking for a relentless, high-energy Account Executive (Sales Hunter) to drive net-new business acquisition. If you thrive on the thrill of the chase, love building relationships from scratch, and want to be rewarded with a highly competitive commission structure, this is the role for you.

Position Overview

  • Locations: Dallas, TX or Chicago, IL (Highly preferred)
  • Travel Requirements: Heavy travel is involved. This is especially true for exceptional candidates located outside of the Dallas or Chicago metropolitan markets.
  • Compensation:
  • Base Salary: $100,000 – $110,000 (Based on experience)
  • On-Target Earnings (OTE): $180,000 (Uncapped earning potential)

Key Responsibilities

  • Prospect & Acquire: Actively hunt and close net-new enterprise and mid-market accounts through cold calling, networking, social selling, and strategic outreach.
  • Pipeline Management: Build, qualify, and manage a robust sales pipeline from initial contact to close.
  • Consultative Selling: Understand client pain points and present tailored tech solutions that deliver clear business value and ROI.
  • On-the-Road Engagement: Travel heavily to meet prospects face-to-face, deliver high-impact presentations, and represent the brand at industry events.
  • Collaboration: Partner with technical and product teams to ensure seamless onboarding and handoff of new accounts.

Qualifications

  • Proven Track Record: 5- 8 years of B2B sales experience with a heavy focus on prospecting and closing net-new accounts (tech, SaaS, or IT services experience is a major plus).
  • Hunter Mentality: A self-motivated, resilient attitude with a passion for winning new business and exceeding quotas.
  • Communication Master: Exceptional negotiation, presentation, and interpersonal skills.
  • Road Warrior: High willingness to travel heavily to meet clients and close deals, especially if based outside of Dallas or Chicago.
  • CRM Savvy: Proficient in Salesforce or similar modern CRM platforms to manage pipeline and forecasting accurately.

What’s in It for You?

  • High Earning Potential: A lucrative commission structure designed to reward high performers ($180k OTE).
  • Comprehensive Benefits: Premium health, dental, and vision insurance, plus 401(k) matching.
  • Growth & Autonomy: The freedom to run your territory like your own business with the full backing and resources of an established player in the market.


Salary : $100,000 - $110,000

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