THUNDER | JOB DESCRIPTION

Client Director - (Salesforce Account Executive, within CBS/TMT/MAE)

Department: Sales

Location: United States, Remote (Preferred Markets: SF/Bay Area, Atlanta, New York/Tri-State Area)

Summary

As we gear up for 2025s continued growth (and beyond!), Thunder is looking for dedicated Services sellers who:

Bring a successful track record of solution selling within the Salesforce partner ecosystem, and credibility with a deep POV in CBS, TMT, or MAE
Are a lead-gen engine and strive to surpass their metrics
Are passionate about building relationships, and collaboratively solves problems with customers and channel partners alike
Understand how to credibly scope consulting deals from a technical lens and work closely with project/engagement teams who are delivering the scope of work sold
Demonstrate Thunder’s core values by leading with transparency, empathy, ownership and adaptability - with a good dose of grit!

“Day to Day” Role + Responsibilities

Sell Thunder’s best-in-class Salesforce multi-cloud implementation and managed services offerings
Hit and exceed expected Sales metrics, to include conducting at least 4 meaningful meetings a day
Partner with clients in the CBS, TMT or MAE verticals, serving as a trusted advisor, creating and executing tailored business plans for consistent sales engagement process
Interact strategically with the sales teams at Salesforce and their partners to establish new business relationships within the vertical
Develop account strategy according to Thunder Sales Playbook, in partnership with practice leaders
Target, nurture, and grow key/buyer influencer relationships
Execute successful delivery hand-off by onboarding consultants thoroughly at the start of new projects
Ensure quality and client satisfaction via high-value touchpoints throughout projects
Partner consistently with Thunder Delivery leaders for successful sales outcomes
Update key activities in Salesforce CRM daily and keep pipeline deals accurately updated per the Thunder Sales playbook

Required Qualifications

Bachelors Degree preferred
2-5+ years of success in establishing new business relationships along with managing and growing your accounts within the Salesforce Partner ecosystem
2+ years’ experience selling services into the Salesforce ecosystem, with a strong reputation with Salesforce stakeholders
Experience partnering with Salesforce as an ISV partner
Credible Salesforce Delivery and technical knowledge base
Consultative selling approach aligned with business needs and the corresponding Salesforce cloud product mix
Best-in-class communication and strategic presentation skills (ex. deck creation, thought leadership)
Winning record of overachievement on sales goals and accountability to metrics
Appetite for learning new skills and developing new knowledge sets
Proficient with Google/G-Suite tools, Salesforce.com, Slack, MS Suite (Excel, Word, PowerPoint), and other productivity tools
- Current Thunder Sales tech stack: Salesforce CRM, Gong, Asana, Certinia (PSA)

Preferred Qualifications:

Salesforce Certification(s)
Sales Methodology training/certification

Salary Range: This role offers a competitive salary range for new hires of $128,000 - $148,000 base salary. This is a 50/50 sales compensation plan, and the salary range is just one component of the total compensation package - which will also include variable/incentive pay (commissions) and stock options - and will be commensurate with job-relevant experience, qualifications, and location.

Life@Thunder

The Perks:

Blue California Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life/Disability Insurance. No waiting period and better than most start-ups youve worked for!
Stock options in a fast-moving, growth company - all employees have ownership in what we are building
Real Opportunity to Develop your Salesforce Through Mentorship + Certifications
People-First Leave Policies and Benefits
$1,800 Technology/Computer/Home Office Stipend

Thunder is proud to be an Equal Opportunity employer, and is deeply committed to building and supporting our diverse team through inclusive, equitable hiring practices.

U.S. citizens and those authorized to work in the US are encouraged to apply.

Research shows that women and people from underrepresented groups often apply to jobs only if they meet 100% of the qualifications. We recognize that it is highly unlikely that someone meets 100% of the qualifications for a role. If most of this job description describes you, then we encourage you to please apply for this role.

Thunder | The Opportunity, Mission + Culture

Thunder is here to help organizations love Salesforce, forever. We’re passionate about customer success, and seek out innovative consultants with an appetite to provide best-in-class consulting services that we’re proud to deliver: www.thundersf.com

We are building a remote-first culture - with Thundercats based from Hawaii to NYC to the Philippines - of intellectually curious, collaborative, solution-oriented teammates who love partnering with each other to deliver great work for our customers. We aren’t afraid to roll up our sleeves to solve problems, create or refine process. One cultural common denominator: we understand that at this stage of our life cycle, we’re here to build!

Thunder does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies. All resumes submitted by recruitment agencies to any employee via email, the Internet (including LinkedIn), or directly without a fully-executed search agreement will be deemed the sole property of Thunder, and no fee will be paid in the event the candidate is hired.