What are the responsibilities and job description for the Account Executive -San Jose, CA position at Vestis?
Do you love working outside of the office? Do you have a competitive spirit? Are you a strong and influential communicator?
If so, our Vestis sales team is looking for an ambitious Account Executive (AE) for our San Jose, CA territory to drive sales and advance with our company. Join us and be part of a rapidly growing outside sales team working together to secure new business and increase market share. While uniform sales will be the primary focus of the AE, they will also sell linens and facility services to support our growth and increase in demand.
Successful candidates will possess:
- Tenacity, Drive - We have industry leading sales goals of 200 dials per week in addition to our in-person prospecting and sales targets.
- Speed, Agility - Our industry is continuously adapting and growing. Every day will be a new and exciting opportunity to showcase your skills.
- Coachable - You will complete a paid, comprehensive sales training program to gain product knowledge, mentorship, and learn how to be a successful Vestis team member.
- Ability to Follow Our Sales Process - We teach you our structured sales process to set you up for success as you’re working both independently and collaborating as a team.
- Technology - Our team uses laptops, cell phones, Microsoft Office, and a Customer Relationship Management System (CRM) to stay organized and connected.
- Customer Focus and Orientation - In this role, you will be the face of the company. We need someone passionate about providing the ultimate customer experience.
- Ability to Influence - We need someone who can overcome objections and effectively demonstrate why we are the uniform, facilities, and first aid products supplier of choice.
Requirements:
- Minimum 2 years business-to-business sales experience specifically focused on new account generation
- Demonstrated success in developing new business and generating sales leads within an assigned sales territory
- Minimum High School Diploma
- Strong presentation and communication skills
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, PowerPoint, Excel, Outlook)
- Experience with Customer Relationship Management Systems - Salesforce preferred
- At least 21 years of age
- Valid driver’s license
- Successfully pass Criminal Background, Motor Vehicle Record, and Drug Screen checks
Why Choose Us?
- Unlimited career growth potential
- Competitive base salary, uncapped commission, and quarterly bonus opportunities
- Monthly car allowance
- Paid Training
- Fuel card
- Benefits (medical, dental, vision, etc.) start first day of employment
- Company laptop
- Company mobile
- 9 Holidays
- 2 Floating Holidays
Compensation: The salary rate for this position is 52K depending on circumstances including an applicant’s skills and qualifications, certain degrees and certifications, prior job experience, market data, and other relevant factors. Sales commissions available based on incentive plan.
Vestis is an equal-opportunity workplace and is an affirmative action employer. We are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, relation, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or veteran status.
