Strategic Enterprise Renewal Account Executive at Samsara

Who we are Samsara (NYSE: IOT) is the pioneer of the Connected Operations™ Cloud, which is a platform that enables organizations that depend on physical operations to harness Internet of Things (IoT) data to develop actionable insights and improve their operations. At Samsara, we are helping improve the safety, efficiency and sustainability of the physical operations that power our global economy. Representing more than 40% of global GDP, these industries are the infrastructure of our planet, including agriculture, construction, field services, transportation, and manufacturing — and we are excited to help digitally transform their operations at scale. Working at Samsara means you’ll help define the future of physical operations and be on a team that’s shaping an exciting array of product solutions, including Video-Based Safety, Vehicle Telematics, Apps and Driver Workflows, and Equipment Monitoring. As part of a recently public company, you’ll have the autonomy and support to make an impact as we build for the long term. About the role: Renewals are the core of a SaaS company's revenue stream. The Strategic Enterprise Renewal Account Executive position will focus on the achievement of renewal targets for Samsara’s lighthouse Enterprise accounts. This role is responsible for ensuring their customers are set up for success while maximizing the financial results for Samsara. For each renewal, this means minimizing financial attrition, locking in the most favorable terms, identifying growth opportunities, and passing findings and insights back to the business. As one of the most senior team members, this individual will also act as a player-coach to the wider team. Outside of required in-person meetings and company events, this is a remote position with the option to work in-office at their own discretion assuming reasonable commuting time and proximity. Relocation assistance will not be provided for this role. Open to candidates residing in the US. This position requires travel up to 20% of the time. You should apply if: • You want to impact the industries that run our world: Your efforts will result in real-world impact—helping to keep the lights on, get food into grocery stores, reduce emissions, and most importantly, ensure workers return home safely. • You are the architect of your own career: If you put in the work, this role won’t be your last at Samsara. We set up our employees for success and have built a culture that encourages rapid career development, countless opportunities to experiment and master your craft in a hyper growth environment. • You’re energized by our opportunity: The vision we have to digitize large sectors of the global economy requires your full focus and best efforts to bring forth creative, ambitious ideas for our customers. • You want to be with the best: At Samsara, we win together, celebrate together and support each other. You will be surrounded by a high-caliber team that will encourage you to do your best. In this role: • Negotiate and execute all facets of Samsara’s Enterprise renewal contracts using sound business judgment • Develop and deliver win/win negotiation strategies that maximize contract value while protecting and enhancing the customer relationship • Engage in strategic account planning with stakeholders at the Director+ level to ensure accountability across teams ahead of a renewal • Work 9+ months in advance of upcoming renewals and maintain accurate forecasts • Maintain a deep understanding of Samsara products and licensing models • Monitor customer health metrics to proactively identify and communicate risks • Work cross-functionally to resolve complex issues regarding the finalization of executables in addition to identifying expansion opportunities • ​​Track and maintain customer data and renewal information in Samsara systems • Act as a Renewals brand ambassador internally • Champion, role model, and embed Samsara’s cultural principles (Focus on Customer Success, Build for the Long Term, Adopt a Growth Mindset, Be Inclusive, Win as a Team) as we scale globally and across new offices Minimum requirements for the role: • 5+ years of quota achievement in a renewals or account management capacity • Comfort and experience negotiating complex $500K+ Enterprise/Majors SaaS agreements both in person and remotely with executives • Ability to tactically close deals with a high degree of integrity, business acumen, and independence • Experience building strong partnerships with peers and partners • Highly organized with strong attention to detail • Excellent client hands and executive communication skills • Team player who enjoys assisting where needed and finding ways to help • High activity level, enthusiastic, self-motivated • Proven influencer and negotiator An ideal candidate also has experience with: • Salesforce • G-Suite • GainSight • Slack • ZenDesk The range of annual on-target earnings (OTE) range for full-time employees for this position is below. Please note that OTE pay may vary depending on factors including your city of residence, job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. Learn more about our total rewards and benefits below. Annual OTE Salary$119,000—$160,000 USDTotal Rewards At Samsara, we build for the people who keep the global economy moving. We want owners, not passengers, which is why our rewards are designed to fuel high-impact builders. Our compensation program delivers above-market total compensation through a combination of base salary, performance-based bonus/variable pay, and equity (for eligible roles) in a high-growth public company. We meaningfully differentiate pay for our top performers, who have the opportunity to earn above-market compensation that can outpace the broader market over time. Beyond compensation, we provide the foundations that enable long-term success: a flexible, employee-led remote model, a professional development stipend, comprehensive health and parental leave plans, and more. If you’re ready to build for the long term and own the outcome, your journey starts here. Flexible Working At Samsara, we embrace a flexible working model that caters to the diverse needs of our teams. Our offices are open for those who prefer to work in-person and we also support remote work where it aligns with our operational requirements. For certain positions, being close to one of our offices or within a specific geographic area is important to facilitate collaboration, access to resources, or alignment with our service regions. In these cases, the job description will clearly indicate any working location requirements. Our goal is to ensure that all members of our team can contribute effectively, whether they are working on-site, in a hybrid model, or fully remotely. All offers of employment are contingent upon an individual’s ability to secure and maintain the legal right to work at the company and in the specified work location, if applicable. 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