Senior Account Executive
Location: Near one of the following: Dedham, MA; Hartford, CT; Bedford, NH; Rhode Island
Overview:
Our client is a leading provider of consumer, business-to-business, and industrial digital imaging solutions to the United States, Latin America, and the Caribbean markets. They are currently seeking a Senior Account Executive for the Northeast covering the areas noted above. As an SAE, you will cover a targeted area for our client’s high production printing in commercial printing, service bureau’s, corporate in-plants, and specialty printing environments.
Responsibilities:
· Engages key executives and decision makers to identify and develop customer business needs through promotion of client’s products
· Develops productive business relationships and provide superior level of dedicated support with existing and new customers to add value to the customer's productivity and profitability goals.
· Develops the territory to grow accounts through competitive replacements and net new account adds to territory.
· Creates and manages a short and long-term strategy to position our products and services for a long-term commitment.
· Demonstrates drive and resilience necessary to meet established targets and acceptable level of sales activities.
· Manages complex sales cycles utilizing a consultative solution selling approach.
· Develops proposals outlining unique customer business applications, pricing and implementation plans.
· Coordinates service and software support and establishes appropriate resources for each account.
· Utilizes internal resources (product specialists, solutions engineers and technicians) to effectively present solutions.
· Coordinates consistent behavior of representation in strategic direction of each account.
Qualifications:
· Bachelor's degree in a relevant field or equivalent experience required, plus 5 years of related experience.
· Experience selling business-to-business Production Printing equipment or related capital equipment.
· Experience in selling Capital Equipment to C level decision makers.
· Proficient in Microsoft Office applications.
· Possess strong business and financial analytical skills.
· Ability to demonstrate effective communication and presentation skills in relaying ideas, information, and solutions in an engaging and confident manner.
· Strong territory management skills with proven success identifying potential customers and applications.
· Flexibility to identify and adapt to changes as needed to maximize success.
· Strong consultative solution selling skills.
· Excellent time management, listening and interpersonal skills.
· Travel throughout assigned territory, including flying to additional cities and will include overnights (valid driver's license and acceptable driving record necessary).
Base salary for this role is ideally in the $90,000-100,000 range with incentive plan / commission under the terms of the applicable plan. Additional transportation allowance in the amount of $350/month.
Freqently Asked Questions
Senior Account Executives in Bedford typically transition from managing smaller accounts to leading complex sales cycles with major clients, requiring advanced consultative selling skills. This progression emphasizes strategic territory development and stronger engagement with C-level decision makers in commercial and specialty printing markets.
Beyond a bachelor's degree, a Senior Account Executive must demonstrate at least five years of capital equipment sales experience, proficiency in business analytics, and strong communication skills. These qualifications enable them to navigate multi-layered sales processes and develop tailored proposals for high-value clients.
Typical days involve engaging key executives, crafting strategic sales plans, coordinating technical support, and managing a mix of new and existing customer relationships. Time management and adaptability are vital to handle travel across the Northeast and maintain consistent territory growth.
I Tech Consulting Partners includes a competitive base salary complemented by commission incentives and a $350 monthly transportation allowance, recognizing the travel demands of the role. Their support structure also integrates internal specialists to back sales efforts, enhancing account management efficiency.
Navigating diverse customer needs across multiple states, managing extended sales cycles, and adapting to rapidly changing market conditions can be challenging. Success requires resilience, strategic planning, and the ability to leverage company resources effectively within a competitive B2B printing equipment landscape.
While not always mandatory, certifications related to sales methodologies, production printing technology, or business analytics can provide an edge. Employers in Bedford value candidates with strong Microsoft Office skills, consultative selling expertise, and proven territory management capabilities.
Bedford's market is moderately competitive with steady demand due to its proximity to major commercial printing hubs. Nearby cities like Dedham and Hartford offer similar opportunities but may have denser candidate pools, so strategic networking and specialized experience can enhance hiring prospects.
Salaries typically range from $90,000 to $100,000 base, often supplemented by commission incentives and allowances for travel expenses. This compensation reflects the seniority level, required expertise, and geographic cost considerations within the Northeast digital imaging market.
Account Executives collaborate closely with product specialists, solutions engineers, and technicians to deliver comprehensive client solutions. This cross-functional teamwork ensures proposals are technically sound and aligned with customer needs, fostering long-term partnerships.
Representatives must balance territory expansion with maintaining existing accounts across varied markets like commercial and specialty printing. The role demands high adaptability, consistent strategic planning, and resilience to meet sales targets amid diverse customer environments.
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