Perplexity

Technology

CommercialAccountExecutive

$140–220k San Francisco, California, United States FULL TIME Remote Friendly
Market Sentiment
HIGH DEMAND

Neural analysis suggests this role is
optimal for Mid+ candidates.

The Brief

“Commercial Account Executive at Perplexity. Skills: New business growth, Enterprise relationships, SaaS sales. Drive new business growth. Convert product-led demand”

What You'll Achieve.

Meet revenue targets; Meet logo targets; Meet activity targets

Industry & Context.

Technology
Problems you'll solve

Diagnose account potential; Identify client pain points; Map solutions

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

Full-cycle SaaS sales experience, Track record of closing new business, Proven record of meeting revenue targets, Skilled at running efficient sales cycles, Tailoring messaging to buyer personas, Proven success outbound prospecting, Exceptional written and verbal communication, Comfortable presenting to executives, Comfortable presenting to technical buyers, Adept at identifying client pain points, Mapping solutions to drive business value, Ability to collaborate effectively, Experience with CRM systems

Nice to Have

Experience with Salesforce

What You'll Do.

Drive new business growth

Convert product-led demand

Build Perplexity's footprint

Prospect for new business

Pitch Perplexity Enterprise solutions

Close Perplexity Enterprise solutions

Convert self-serve customers

Research prospects diligently

Develop account strategies

Execute outreach campaigns

Conduct product demonstrations

Respond to technical inquiries

Lead client engagement

Diagnose account potential

Partner with Enterprise AEs

Collaborate with Product

Collaborate with Marketing

Collaborate with Customer Success

Maintain platform knowledge

Maintain industry trend knowledge

Maintain competitor landscape knowledge

Meet activity targets

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Cross-functional teams; Technical stakeholders

Communication Scope

Presenting to executives; Presenting to technical buyers

Full Job Description

Perplexity is seeking a highly motivated and skilled Commercial Account Executive to join our small but mighty Enterprise team. In this role, you will be responsible for driving new business growth across small and mid-sized organizations, converting product-led demand into committed Enterprise relationships, and building Perplexity's footprint across thousands of high-potential accounts. This role is ideal for proactive sales professionals who thrive at the intersection of technology and business, and who want to help shape Perplexity's commercial motion from the ground up. RESPONSIBILITIES - Drive new business by prospecting, pitching, and closing Perplexity Enterprise solutions with small and mid-sized organizations - Convert existing self-serve customers into Enterprise relationships, and land net-new logos through outbound, inbound, and product-led signals - Diligently research prospects, develop account strategies, and execute outreach campaigns tailored to company and industry needs - Conduct high-impact product demonstrations and respond to technical inquiries across Perplexity's full product suite - Lead client engagement through the entire sales cycle, from initial presentation, technical evaluation, negotiation, to closing and onboarding - Quickly diagnose account potential, qualify in and out with discipline, and partner with Enterprise AEs when an account warrants a larger motion - Collaborate closely with Product, Marketing, and Customer Success to ensure customer satisfaction and solution fit - Maintain up-to-date knowledge of Perplexity's platform, industry trends, and competitor landscape - Meet or exceed individual and team revenue, logo, and activity targets on a monthly and quarterly basis - Maintain accurate records of pipeline and account activity using CRM tools QUALIFICATIONS - Full-cycle SaaS sales experience with a strong track record of closing new business - Proven record of meeting or exceeding revenue targets in a high-growth environmen

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