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    Enterprise Account Executive (Boston)

    Cerio

    🇺🇸 United States
    Remote
    SaaS
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    Work Type

    Remote

    Vertical

    SaaS

    Source

    himalayas

    About this role

    Help Build the Future of Enterprise AI InfrastructureEnterprise AI is changing how organizations think about technology infrastructure, and Cerio is helping shape what comes next.

    We’re building an open systems platform designed to make AI and accelerated computing more efficient, scalable, and sustainable.As an Enterprise Account Executive, you’ll have the opportunity to help define a growing market, build strategic relationships with senior technology leaders, and create opportunities with enterprise customers.

    This role is ideal for a commercially driven, entrepreneurial sales leader who thrives on opening doors, solving complex customer challenges, and helping build something significant.

    What You'll Do Build strategic enterprise relationships with C-suite, business, and technical decision-makers, positioning Cerio as a trusted partner in AI infrastructure transformation Create and grow pipeline through targeted account development, executive engagement, industry networks, and strategic partners Lead complex enterprise sales cycles from initial engagement through close, navigating buying committees, building consensus, negotiating, and driving deals forward Connect technology to business value by translating complex infrastructure solutions into clear outcomes around growth, innovation, efficiency, sustainability, and competitive advantage Shape Cerio’s go-to-market strategy by bringing customer and market insights into messaging, positioning, sales plays, and growth opportunities Collaborate across the organization with leadership, technical teams, delivery teams, and partners to win opportunities and deliver strong customer outcomes Drive predictable growth through disciplined pipeline management, accurate forecasting, and accountability for revenue results

    What you bring 7+ years of enterprise technology sales experience A demonstrated track record of exceeding revenue targets Experience managing complex enterprise sales cycles Experience selling strategic tec

    Commission Structure

    Base Salary

    Not disclosed — ask in interview

    Commission

    Structure not specified

    Ramp Period

    Not mentioned — clarify timeline

    Accelerators

    Yes

    Selling Motion

    Sales Cycle

    Enterprise

    6–18 month cycles, complex multi-stakeholder deals

    Prospecting

    Channel / Partner

    Sell through partners, resellers, or alliances

    Buyer Persona

    C-Suite

    Selling to executive decision-makers

    Territory

    Named Accounts

    Pre-assigned list of target companies

    Requirements at a Glance

    Negotiation·Required skill
    Pipeline Management·Required skill
    C-Suite Selling·Required skill

    Typical Day — Account Executive

    Stakeholder meetings3–5/week
    Executive presentations2–3/week
    Business cases & RFPs1–2/week
    Forecast & pipeline2×/week
    Champion coachingDaily

    Estimates based on role type and selling motion — actual may vary by company.

    SaaS — Interview Intel

    Typical Sales Cycle

    30–90 days (SMB) · 3–9 months (Mid-Market) · 6–18 months (Enterprise)

    Common Buyer Objections

    • "We're locked into a contract with [competitor]"
    • "We built something in-house already"
    • "We don't have budget until next quarter"
    • "Our team won't adopt another tool"

    Key Industry Metrics

    ARR / MRRNet Revenue Retention (NRR)CAC Payback PeriodLogo Churn vs Revenue ChurnACV (Avg Contract Value)Magic Number

    Hot Topics to Reference

    • • AI-native product disruption
    • • PLG vs sales-led motion debate
    • • Vertical SaaS consolidation
    • • Usage-based pricing models

    Use these insights to speak the buyer's language in interviews.

    Tags

    Enterprise-Account-Executive
    Account-Executive
    Enterprise-Sales-Executive
    Enterprise-Sales-Account-Executive
    Senior-Enterprise-Account-Executive
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    Tell me about your largest closed deal and the sales cycle.

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    Describe a deal you lost and what you learned.

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    Research Cerio's product, recent news, and key competitors
    Prepare metrics: quota attainment %, average deal size, win rate
    Practice a 2-minute product demo pitch for a mock discovery call
    Prepare to discuss your home office setup and self-management discipline
    Review the job description and map your experience to each requirement
    Role Insights

    Account Executives are the revenue engine of any sales organization — this role will require strong pipeline management and closing skills.

    Top SaaS reps often earn significant upside through accelerators once quota is exceeded.

    This remote-friendly role provides geographic flexibility while maintaining access to a SaaS market.

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