Remote
SaaS
himalayas
About this role
Build trusted customer relationships across transportation and critical infrastructure. We are seeking a Senior Account Executive to win new business and grow existing relationships with organizations that keep people and goods moving. You will lead complex SaaS sales from prospecting through close, working with multiple stakeholders and, where appropriate, channel partners.
The customer landscape includes airlines and other passenger or cargo transportation providers; cruise lines and railroads; airports, seaports, and transit authorities; and logistics, trucking, freight, and supply chain organizations. You will work across a defined portfolio of accounts. Specific account assignments are shared during the hiring process.
What you'll do:
Develop a strong understanding of customer organizations, their priorities, relevant industry dynamics, and the solutions available to them. Build and maintain a healthy pipeline through research, outreach, prospecting, and opportunity development. Create relationships with multiple decision-makers and influencers within complex organizations.
Lead consultative, value-based sales cycles directly and in partnership with channel partners. Advance and close enterprise opportunities, including deals exceeding $100,000 in annualcontract value. Partner with Marketing and Business Development on campaigns that engage target buyers.
Meet or exceed sales and quarterly bookings goals; maintain accurate opportunity, forecast, andactivity records in Salesforce.
What you'll bring:
At least 5 years of successful SaaS sales experience, ideally in enterprise or complex B2B sales. A track record of selling to transportation, logistics, critical infrastructure, or closely related organizations; direct passenger or cargo transportation experience is especially relevant.
Experience managing consultative sales cycles, building executive relationships, and engaging multiple stakeholders. Strong prospecting, presentation, negotiation, written communi
Tools & Tech Stack
Commission Structure
Base Salary
Not disclosed — ask in interview
Commission
Structure not specified
OTE
$130k (range: $125k–$130k)
Ramp Period
Not mentioned — clarify timeline
Selling Motion
Sales Cycle
Enterprise
6–18 month cycles, complex multi-stakeholder deals
Prospecting
Channel / Partner
Sell through partners, resellers, or alliances
Deal Size
$.
Typical contract value
Buyer Persona
C-Suite
Selling to executive decision-makers
Requirements at a Glance
Typical Day — Account Executive
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
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
Walk me through your discovery process.
Template questionHow do you handle a prospect who goes silent mid-deal?
Template questionTell me about your largest closed deal and the sales cycle.
Template questionHow do you build business cases for stakeholders?
Template questionDescribe a deal you lost and what you learned.
Template questionAs an Account Executive with Everbridge, you'll own the entire revenue pipeline and be measured on quota attainment.
Expect to work with recurring revenue models where customer retention is as important as acquisition.
This remote-friendly role provides geographic flexibility while maintaining access to a SaaS market.
The compensation range of $125k–$130k OTE suggests a competitive package for this market segment.
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