Strategic Account Executive, SaaS Sales (Remote - US)

Yelp is a company focused on connecting people with great local businesses, and they are seeking a Strategic Account Executive to join their growing Restaurants division. In this role, you will manage your own book of business, drive the full sales cycle, and become an expert in Yelp’s suite of products to help restaurant owners succeed.

Responsibilities:

• Manage your own book of business through prospecting & disciplined pipeline management
• Drive the full sales cycle primarily through inside sales: make introductory calls, assess business goals through qualifying, and close the deal
• Become an expert in Yelp’s full suite of products: Yelp Reservations, Waitlist, Connect and Advertising, and understand the value proposition for each
• Be knowledgeable of other restaurant solutions available in the market that help restaurant owners grow their business
• Adapt product recommendations quickly to suit the client needs - asking probing questions and handling objections will be critical to your success
• Achieve and consistently exceed monthly sales goals

Requirements:

• Hold a Bachelor's degree and/or 3 or more years of outbound sales experience selling SaaS solutions
• Have experience with restaurant technology (reservation systems, waitlist systems, front-of-house mgmt tools) is a plus
• Have excellent communication skills - no fear of the phone
• Have general computer and email proficiency, experience with Salesforce is a plus
• Have a positive attitude and a drive to win
• Have the ability to effectively prioritize tasks and manage time within a fast-paced environment
• Have an appetite for learning! You're keen on turning training and feedback into action and continuous self-improvement
• Are committed to a high standard of integrity and work ethic
• An excellent listener, assertive, persistent, and persuasive - show us your grit!
• Genuinely curious about people, local restaurants, and possess the innate ability to inspire passion in others
• Adaptable and can think on your feet. When faced with new challenges, or tough conversations, failure simply isn't an option