Overview
If you have a passion for tech sales, experience selling enterprise IT solutions, and excel at building long-term relationships, this role is for you! Join ePlus as an Account Executive supporting our Public Sector (State, Local Government, and Education) customers across New York City and the surrounding areas. You will engage public agencies and educational institutions, utilizing innovative IT solutions to solve complex challenges in the SLED market.
You will have the opportunity to sell a diverse portfolio of services and products from leading technology vendors, OEMs, and enterprise solutions providers.
Your Impact
The essential functions of this position include:
- Develop and execute strategic sales plans to drive growth within the Public Sector (State, Local, and Education) market
- Achieve growth objectives through prospecting, active lead management, and relationship building with public sector organizations, including K–12, higher education, and state/local government agencies
- Maintain and grow existing client revenues through cross-selling of ePlus core competencies
- Establish and maintain manufacturer/partner relationships to develop joint public sector sales opportunities
- Implement an ongoing account management plan, including leveraging all specialized resources
- Provide monthly forecasts and quarterly reviews for assigned territory
- Travel up to 30% may be required within NYC and surrounding regions (limited overnight travel; occasional air travel as needed)
Qualifications
- Proven success selling to Public Sector / SLED customers at the CXO, VP, or Director levels
- Minimum of 5 years of experience including selling technology services (data center, cloud, collaboration, network infrastructure, emerging technologies)
- Experience selling AI Solutions and Services is a plus
- VAR/systems integrator sales experience preferred; prior SLED or public sector territory management strongly preferred
- Knowledge of public sector procurement models, budgets, and RFP/RFQ processes
- Strong ability to qualify leads, engage new markets, and close new accounts in a SLED environment
- Excellent communication, presentation, problem-solving, and time management skills
- Demonstrated ability to leverage SMEs throughout the sales process
- Ability to take initiative, self-motivate, and drive sales success independently
- BA/BS preferred
Why ePlus?
At ePlus, we empower businesses with cutting-edge technology solutions that drive real impact. As an Account Executive, you’ll be part of a high-performing sales team that helps organizations harness technology to navigate their digital transformation journey and achieve the business outcomes they seek. Here’s what sets us apart:
- Unlimited Earning Potential – We offer a competitive base salary with uncapped commissions.
- Industry Leadership – We are a trusted technology partner with deep expertise in cloud, security, data center, AI, and digital infrastructure solutions.
- Exceptional Support – We offer a wide range of resources from across a variety of cross-functional teams (Inside Sales, Pre-Sales Engineers, and other areas) to help you drive sales.
- Cutting-Edge Solutions – We have developed and provide a robust portfolio of IT solutions and services backed by strategic partnerships with top technology providers.
- Longevity and Market Resilience – We are one of only 11% of Nasdaq listed companies to be in business for more than 30 years. We have demonstrated strong financial health and profitability over the decades, with consistent revenue growth and robust financial performance.
- Career Growth – We offer access to continuous learning and internal mobility opportunities.
- Supportive Culture – We’re proud to say that we are all part of one collaborative team that values innovation, integrity, diversity and long-term client success.
Position Specifics
The initial base salary range for this position is expected to be between $80,000 and $125,000 annually. The final base salary offered will be determined by multiple factors, including, but not limited to, job-related knowledge, depth of experience, skills, certifications, and geographic location. In addition to the base salary, our compensation structure includes variable pay through commissions based on individual sales performance. This means your earning potential can substantially increase based on your sales achievements.
ePlus offers a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits (including 401(k) eligibility, employee stock purchase program, and various paid time off benefits, such as vacation, sick time, and personal leave), dependent on the position offered. Details of participation in these benefit plans will be provided if an offer of employment is extended.
If hired, employee will be in an “at-will position” and the Company reserves the right to modify base salary (as well as any other discretionary payment or compensation program) at any time, including for reasons related to individual performance, Company or individual department/team performance, and market factors.
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Who We Are
At ePlus, we believe technology is a people business. Our team is passionate, skilled, and driven to deliver solutions that make a real difference. Join us and be part of a culture that values collaboration, innovation, and extraordinary results.
Corporate Values
- Respectful communication and cooperation: We prioritize respectful communication, fostering an environment where everyone is treated with dignity and respect.
- Teamwork and employee participation: Collaboration and teamwork thrive through diverse perspectives, both within our teams and in our interactions with our customers.
- Work/life balance that supports our employees’ varying needs: We value the well-being of our employees, recognizing that a healthy work-life balance is pivotal to our collective success.
- Embracing communities: We embrace and support the communities that nurture us. Our employees' dedication to fostering positive change is a source of immense pride for us.
Commitment to Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging
- We are an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate or allow discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, citizenship, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by federal, state, or local law.
- ePlus is dedicated to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture that represents diversity, enables inclusion, and makes our employees feel comfortable bringing their full, unique selves to work.
- While performing this role, you will engage in both seated and occasional standing or walking activities. We provide reasonable accommodations, in accordance with relevant laws, to support success in this position.
- By embracing our values, you will contribute to our collective mission of making a positive impact within our organization and the broader community. We understand that this job description serves as a guide and is not an employment contract.
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Notice to Recruiting Agencies: ePlus only accepts unsolicited resumes when presented directly by a candidate. Unsolicited resumes submitted to ePlus from any other source will be considered ePlus property and will not qualify for any placement or referral fees. ePlus will only pay such fees in connection with a valid written agreement between ePlus and the referring agency, and then only after providing advance written approval to the referring agency to submit resumes in connection with a particular opportunity.
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