Springfield, Illinois, United States · Remote OK
$180k–$240k/yr
Are you ready to unlock intelligence? If you don’t think you meet all of the criteria below but are still interested in the job, please apply. Nobody checks every box - we’re looking for candidates that are particularly …
Skills: Commercial Sales, Account Management, Consultative Selling, Contract Negotiation, Pipeline Management
Springfield, Illinois, United States · On-site
$61k–$250k/yr
Overview Becoming a financial advisor at Northwestern Mutual is a unique opportunity to start a business where you can help your clients achieve their goals through financial planning. On your path to becoming a financia…
Skills: Financial Planning, Client Acquisition, Relationship Building, Time Management, Critical Thinking
Springfield, Illinois, United States · Remote Solely
Redefine Your Career in Life Insurance with AO: Make a Real Impact Every Day! At AO, we believe in the power of helping others and the impact life insurance can have on families’ futures. If you’re passionate about makin…
Skills: Life Insurance Sales, Client Relationship Management, Needs Analysis, Presentation Skills, Leadership
Springfield, Illinois, United States · On-site
$15/hr–$15/hr
Store 4701423: 1801 N Grand E, Springfield, Illinois 62702 Shift Availability Overnights (Weekdays + Weekend Availability Required) Time Type Part time Customer Service Representative We want you to join our team as a Cu…
Skills: Customer Service, Cashiering, Sales, Communication, Problem Solving
Springfield, Illinois, United States · On-site
Job Title Retail Guest Experience Sales Specialist Job Overview Our Retail Guest Experience Sales Specialists are a driving force behind Bob’s Discount Furniture’s success and expansion. Whether you're looking for full-t…
Skills: Customer Engagement, Active Listening, Relationship Building, Client Follow-Up, Consultative Selling
Springfield, Illinois, United States · On-site
$500/hr–$1k
Overview College Financial Representatives in the internship program at Northwestern Mutual are provided guidance, connection, and a framework for building an integrated financial planning practice from the ground up. Ou…
Skills: Prospecting, Networking, Business Strategy, Financial Planning, Time Management
Springfield, Illinois, United States · On-site
$61k–$250k/yr
Overview Becoming a financial advisor at Northwestern Mutual is a unique opportunity to start a business where you can help your clients achieve their goals through financial planning. On your path to becoming a financia…
Skills: Financial Planning, Client Acquisition, Relationship Building, Time Management, Critical Thinking
Springfield, Illinois, United States · On-site
$48k–$50k/yr
Do you love sports, fitness, fashion or the outdoors? SCHEELS can turn your passion into a rewarding career through our extensive business and product training. SCHEELS is a leader in the sporting goods industry - driven…
Skills: Customer Service, Sales, Inventory Management, Merchandising, Staff Training
Springfield, Illinois, United States · On-site
$48k–$50k/yr
Do you love sports, fitness, fashion or the outdoors? SCHEELS can turn your passion into a rewarding career through our extensive business and product training. SCHEELS is a leader in the sporting goods industry - driven…
Skills: Sales, Customer Service, Inventory Management, Merchandising, Staff Training
Springfield, Illinois, United States · On-site
$48k–$50k/yr
Do you love sports, fitness, fashion or the outdoors? SCHEELS can turn your passion into a rewarding career through our extensive business and product training. SCHEELS is a leader in the sporting goods industry - driven…
Skills: Sales Management, Inventory Purchasing, Merchandising, Customer Service, Staff Training
Springfield, Illinois, United States · Hybrid
$55k–$95k/yr
Sales Representative (Hybrid) As a Sales Representative, you are accountable for engaging with existing and prospective customers, promoting products and services, and generating sales revenue. Compensation & Benefits Un…
Skills: Relationship Management, Cold Calling, Prospecting, Territory Planning, Product Demonstration
Springfield, Illinois, United States · On-site
Meet Vestis®: For the People Who Make It All Work At Vestis®, we provide uniforms, workplace supplies, and professional cleaning that help businesses simplify their workday and keep their teams safe, confident, a…
Skills: Customer Service, Sales Growth, Route Management, Safe Driving, Lead Generation
Springfield, Illinois, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$22/hr
Job Description WICS/WRSP/WBUI over the air network affiliates serving the Springfield, Decatur, and Champaign markets, and ABC/FOX/CW combo with over 60 hours of news produced per week, is seeking a detail-oriented Sale…
Skills: Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Microsoft Word, Database Management, Contract Management
Springfield, Illinois, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$24/hr
The Starting Hourly Rate / Salario por Hora Inicial is $16.00 USD per hour. The Pay Range / Rango salarial is $16.00 USD - $24.00 USD per hour. ALL ABOUT TARGET Working at Target means helping all families discover the j…
Skills: Visual Merchandising, Guest Service, Inventory Management, Retail Operations, Communication Skills
Springfield, Illinois, United States · On-site
$16/hr–$21/hr
When you join Verizon You want more out of a career. A place to share your ideas freely — even if they’re daring or different. Where the true you can learn, grow, and thrive. At Verizon, we power and empower how people l…
Skills: Retail Sales, Customer Service, Communication Skills, Needs Discovery, Product Positioning
Springfield, Illinois, United States · On-site
$15/hr–$22/hr
At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their drea…
Skills: Customer Service, Product Knowledge, Communication, Collaboration, Accountability
Springfield, Illinois, United States · On-site
$18/hr–$26/hr
At DICK’S Sporting Goods, we believe in how positively sports can change lives. On our team, everyone plays a critical role in creating confidence and excitement by personally equipping all athletes to achieve their drea…
Skills: Product Knowledge, Customer Service, Sales, Merchandising, Training
Springfield, Illinois, United States · Remote OK
$138k–$180k/yr
Overview What We Do We calm the confusion of IT by guiding the connection between people and technology. If a customer is looking for a better way to manage their warehouse inventory, equip their workforce, or secure the…
Skills: Proposal Management, RFP Response, Strategic Planning, Cross-functional Collaboration, Deal Desk Management
Springfield, Illinois, United States · On-site
$50k/yr
Job Summary: Medical Diagnostic Laboratories (MDL), a member of Genesis Global Group, is a CLIA certified clinical laboratory with multiple state licensing, specializing in state of the art, automated DNA based molecular…
Skills: Sales Presentations, Territory Management, Client Relationship Management, Pipeline Development, Multi-tasking
Springfield, Illinois, United States · On-site
$50k/yr
Job Summary: Medical Diagnostic Laboratories (MDL), a member of Genesis Global Group, is a CLIA certified clinical laboratory with multiple state licensing, specializing in state of the art, automated DNA based molecular…
Skills: Sales Presentations, Territory Management, Client Relationship Management, Multi-tasking, Organizational Skills
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Drive growth by managing the full sales cycle from prospecting to closing for commercial customers. Build relationships with C-level executives and collaborate with internal teams to align product solutions with customer needs.
Requires 5+ years of experience in commercial SaaS or enterprise software sales with a proven track record of closing complex deals. Knowledge of open-source software, APIs, or infrastructure software is highly advantageous.
If you don’t think you meet all of the criteria below but are still interested in the job, please apply. Nobody checks every box - we’re looking for candidates that are particularly strong in a few areas, and have some interest and capabilities in others.
We are seeking a committed Commercial Sales Executive with a successful background in sales and account management, ideally within open source or similar enterprise software environments. In this role, you will be a key driver of our growth strategy, directly impacting the stability and expansion of our recurring revenue. This position is ideal for a sales professional who has experience in landing new clients, retaining existing customers, and driving account expansion for early-stage enterprise products in a dynamic, entrepreneurial setting.
Develop and execute sales strategies to target commercial customers, focusing on building and maintaining a robust pipeline that drives long-term growth.
Own the entire sales cycle, from prospecting and initial outreach to contract negotiations and closing deals, while consistently meeting or exceeding revenue targets.
Collaborate with internal teams, including product, marketing, and customer success, to ensure a seamless sales experience and alignment on customer needs.
Identify customer pain points and align our solutions to address these, delivering customized product demos and presentations tailored to their specific business needs.
Build and nurture relationships with C-level executives and key decision-makers within target accounts, establishing yourself as a trusted advisor and ensuring customer satisfaction and retention.
Lead account planning efforts by researching potential customers, understanding industry trends, and developing strategies to win new business and grow existing accounts.
Monitor and manage sales activities and results, accurately forecasting opportunities and keeping detailed records of interactions and progress in CRM systems.
Stay updated on industry trends, competitor offerings, and market changes to position our product effectively and maintain a competitive edge.
Contribute to business growth initiatives, providing feedback to product and marketing teams to influence product development and go-to-market strategies.
Represent Kong with professionalism, acting as a brand ambassador at industry events, conferences, and customer meetings.
5+ years of experience in commercial sales (<1k employees), with a proven track record of closing complex deals in a SaaS, cloud, or enterprise software environment.
Demonstrated success in selling to small to medium enterprises, particularly to senior-level executives and across multiple departments.
Strong consultative selling skills, with the ability to understand customer needs and present compelling solutions that drive business outcomes.
Excellent communication and negotiation skills, capable of managing high-stakes conversations and building lasting relationships with stakeholders.
A results-driven mindset, with a passion for meeting and exceeding sales goals and revenue targets.
Experience working with CRM platforms (e.g., Salesforce) and leveraging data to forecast accurately and track sales metrics.
Knowledge of open-source software, APIs, or infrastructure software is highly advantageous.
Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment, taking ownership of your sales territory and adapting to changing market dynamics.
Analytical and strategic thinking, with a knack for identifying business growth opportunities and devising plans to capitalize on them.
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