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Salesforce is the #1 AI CRM, where humans with agents drive customer success together. Here, ambition meets action. Tech meets trust. And innovation isn’t a buzzword — it’s a way of life. The world of work as we know it is changing and we're looking for Trailblazers who are passionate about bettering business and the world through AI, driving innovation, and keeping Salesforce's core values at the heart of it all.

Ready to level-up your career at the company leading workforce transformation in the agentic era? You’re in the right place! Agentforce is the future of AI, and you are the future of Salesforce.

Are you an ambitious, results-driven sales professional looking for a new challenge in the Public Sector? We are hiring a Named Account Executive to drive Salesforce adoption across public sector institutions. This role offers an exciting opportunity to work with government agencies, build strategic relationships, and navigate complex procurement processes to deliver transformative digital solutions.

You'll be joining a high-performing team that consistently achieves its goals, led by a passionate and experienced hiring manager who is deeply invested in the success of his team. If you're looking for a supportive environment where you can thrive, grow, and make a real impact, this is the role for you.

This position is ideal for a candidate with strong drive and ambition if you're looking to take your career to the next level, we’d love to hear from you.

Key Responsibilities

Drive new business within public sector accounts, focusing on whitespace opportunities and expanding our footprint.
Develop and nurture strategic relationships with senior stakeholders, including C-level executives, IT leaders, and procurement officials.
Execute a consultative sales approach, aligning Salesforce solutions with public sector priorities such as digital transformation, citizen engagement, and operational efficiency.
Navigate complex public sector procurement processes (RFPs, RFIs, and tenders) to drive long-term success.
Collaborate with internal teams to craft compelling proposals and deliver tailored product demonstrations.
Represent Salesforce at key industry events, enhancing our brand presence and forging meaningful connections.
Ensure long-term customer success, driving satisfaction, retention, and expansion within your accounts.

What We’re Looking For

Proven success in a hunter-focused sales role, ideally within enterprise or public sector sales.
Resilience, tenacity, and strategic thinking to drive long-term business growth.
Strong understanding of public sector procurement and how to navigate government buying cycles.
Ability to build and sustain relationships with senior decision-makers.
Excellent communication, negotiation, and presentation skills.
Proven track record of meeting or exceeding sales quotas in a fast-paced, target-driven environment.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with Salesforce or similar CRM platforms.
Understanding of digital transformation trends in the public sector.

Why Join Us?

Work with a high-achieving team that consistently delivers results.
Be mentored by a hiring manager who is deeply invested in your success.
Opportunity to make a real impact by driving innovation in the public sector.
Career growth opportunity, especially for internal candidates with the drive to succeed.

If you're ready to take on an exciting new challenge and make a lasting impact in the public sector, we’d love to hear from you! 🚀

Unleash Your Potential

When you join Salesforce, you’ll be limitless in all areas of your life. Our benefits and resources support you to find balance and be your best, and our AI agents accelerate your impact so you can do your best. Together, we’ll bring the power of Agentforce to organizations of all sizes and deliver amazing experiences that customers love. Apply today to not only shape the future — but to redefine what’s possible — for yourself, for AI, and the world.

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Named Account Executive - Public Sector

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