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
Bedford, NH, offers a moderately competitive environment for senior account executives, especially in digital imaging and production printing sectors. Candidates with specialized B2B sales experience and strong consultative skills tend to stand out, as local companies seek professionals who can build lasting client relationships and drive revenue growth.
In New England, certifications related to sales methodologies (like SPIN or Challenger Sales) and industry-specific credentials in digital imaging or printing technology can enhance an account executive’s profile. Employers often appreciate candidates demonstrating continuous learning and technical fluency alongside proven sales success.
Senior account executives working with commercial printing clients often navigate complex decision cycles, balancing product customization with budget constraints. They must adapt messaging to diverse corporate in-plants and service bureaus while managing multiple stakeholders and maintaining a persistent follow-up strategy to close deals.
Critical skills include consultative selling, territory management, and financial analysis to align product solutions with client profitability goals. Strong communication and resilience are crucial, especially when engaging C-level executives and navigating long sales cycles typical in capital equipment markets.
Senior account executives at Enhanced Staffing can progress toward roles such as account director or enterprise account manager, often expanding their territory and client portfolio. With demonstrated success, leadership positions in sales strategy or regional management become attainable, leveraging industry expertise and client relationships.
Enhanced Staffing facilitates success by providing access to product specialists and engineering resources, enabling tailored solution presentations. Their collaborative approach ensures senior account executives receive the necessary technical backing and strategic guidance to navigate multifaceted client needs efficiently.
Besides a base salary ranging from $90,000 to $100,000, Enhanced Staffing provides commission plans aligned with performance targets. Additionally, a transportation allowance of $350 monthly supports travel within the territory, reflecting the role’s extensive regional coverage and overnight travel requirements.
Senior account executives in Bedford, NH, focusing on digital imaging and commercial printing typically earn between $90,000 and $100,000 annually, supplemented by incentive commissions. This range aligns with regional market standards for roles requiring consultative sales and capital equipment expertise.
Yes, the role involves substantial travel across assigned territories including Massachusetts, Connecticut, Rhode Island, and New Hampshire. Candidates must be prepared for frequent flights and overnight stays, necessitating flexibility and a valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
Enhanced Staffing emphasizes a consultative selling approach supported by cross-functional teams, allowing senior account executives to craft tailored proposals. The focus on industrial digital imaging markets across diverse Northeast locations offers dynamic challenges not typically found in standard sales positions.
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