Account Executive, Expansion
About LeafLink
LeafLink is the largest unified B2B cannabis platform, providing licensed cannabis businesses a suite of tools to manage their business more effectively, sell or order from their favorite brands and accelerate growth. We are one platform, one solution and we’re defining the way thousands of cannabis brands, distributors and retailers streamline their operations. With thousands of brands and retailers across 30+ markets in North America, we are setting the industry standard for how cannabis businesses grow together. LeafLink processes more than $4.4 billion in wholesale cannabis orders annually.
Our team, backed by funding from leading VC's, including Founders Fund, Thrive Capital, Nosara Capital, and Lerer Hippeau is poised to define the cannabis supply chain through technology. LeafLink was named one of Inc. 5000’s ‘Top 5000 Fastest-Growing Private Companies’, one of Built In NYC's 'Best Places to Work in 2021', as well as one of Fast Company's 'Top 10 Most Innovative Companies in Enterprise for 2020', joining the ranks of Amazon, Slack, and VMWare - and we're just getting started!
The Role
LeafLink seeks an Account Executive to join our growing team. You will work closely with our Client Experience, Marketing, and Operations teams to grow our user base into new “expansion” markets. You will be persistent in pursuing new clients and help lead our Business Development Team into new territories.
This role is for self-starters and entrepreneurial-minded individuals who can close deals in a dynamic market, while working in a collaborative, team-oriented environment. You are a good fit for this position if you are a goal-oriented overachiever with the drive to chase down clients and close deals.
Responsibilities:
- Prospecting small, medium, and large companies through emails, phone calls, meetings, and conferences/events while managing an efficient sales process
- Scheduling “discovery” meetings and closing deals with potential clients, who will include managers, directors, and C-level executives responsible for the implementation of business solutions
- Develop a deep understanding of LeafLink’s technology and the ability to sell its value based on the client’s needs
- Maintain an understanding of competitive technologies and LeafLink’s place in the market
- Manage customer expectations while expanding reach and depth into your assigned territory
- Overdeliver on revenue and growth targets on a monthly, quarterly, and annual basis
- Track daily sales KPIs and activity through Salesforce/CRM, and share those KPIs with management on a regular basis
- Participate in industry events by attending trade shows/association programs
- Build and maintain strong, long-lasting customer relationships virtually and through regular site visits to ensure maximum client success
Qualifications:
- 5+ years of experience in a sales role, preferably in the software industry selling an SaaS platform, B2B software, or other technology product that requires a discovery meeting and an analysis of the client’s needs
- 5+ years of experience in an “inside/outside” sales position
- Strong knowledge of solution selling and Salesforce/CRM
- Knowledge and experience in the cannabis industry is a plus, but not required
Benefits:
- Flexible PTO to give our employees a little extra R&R when they need it
- Competitive compensation and 401k
- Comprehensive health coverage (medical, dental, vision)
- Commuter Benefits through a Flexible Spending Account
- A robust stock option plan to give our employees a direct stake in LeafLink’s success
LeafLink’s employee-centric culture has earned us a coveted spot on BuiltInNYC’s Best Places to Work list. Learn more about LeafLink’s history and the path to our First Billion in Wholesale Cannabis Orders here.