Marketing Cloud Account Executive, Dept of Education

Airkit
Airkit

Marketing & Communications, Sales & Business Development

Washington, DC, USA · Remote

Posted on Jul 30, 2026

Description

The Salesforce Marketing Cloud AE is a subject matter expert and trusted advisor who works with Federal Civilian prospects and customers to evangelize marketing platform solutions that deliver relevant, personalized journeys across channels and devices. We are seeking an experienced quota-carrying sales executive who can work both as part of a broader Account Team and as an Individual Contributor driving self-generated sales opportunities focused on the full Salesforce Marketing technology stack. If you have a passion for being at the cutting edge of how Federal Civilian institutions engage with their constituents, we want to speak with you!

Responsibilities:

  • Be the subject matter expert when it comes to how Federal Civilian leverage Salesforce Marketing solutions within their enterprise

  • Be a team player

  • Ensure 100% customer satisfaction and retention

  • Maintain accurate account and opportunity forecasting

  • Drive brand awareness, campaigns, and lead generation via networking, associations, etc.

  • Meet and exceed all quarterly and annual sales quotas

  • Own the sales cycle for the entire Salesforce Marketing technology stack - including lead generation, deal strategy, pricing and packaging, and assistance with deal closure

  • Generate business opportunities through networking, cold-calling, and prospecting in to current Salesforce customers

  • Create and drive revenue within a specified region and/or list of named accounts

  • Collaborate with Account and Territory team to identify target accounts

  • Empower and enable the broader Account team you’ll work with on all Salesforce Marketing technology

Requirements:

  • 10+ years of full cycle Enterprise software or technology sales experience

  • Experience selling Marketing technology a plus

  • Degree or equivalent relevant experience required. Experience will be evaluated based on the Values & Behaviors for the role (e.g. extracurricular leadership roles, military experience, volunteer roles, work experience, etc.)

  • Proven track record in account management, preferably selling into Federal Civilian accounts, specifically DOT and Dept of Education.

  • Willingness and ability to travel to client locations as required.

  • Self-motivated with a commitment to achieving and exceeding sales targets.

In the United States, compensation offered will be determined by factors such as location, job level, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Certain roles may be eligible for incentive compensation, equity, and benefits. Salesforce offers a variety of benefits to help you live well including: time off programs, medical, dental, vision, mental health support, paid parental leave, life and disability insurance, 401(k), and an employee stock purchasing program. More details about company benefits can be found at the following link: https://www.salesforcebenefits.com.