Account Executive, Merchant Partnerships
PerkSpot is searching for a Account Executive to join our Merchant Partnerships team! Founded in 2006, PerkSpot is dedicated to inspiring others to love where they work by providing exclusive access to the best discounts available - anywhere. We ensure employees see offers curated to their interests, allowing them to save on electronics, home goods, meal delivery, mortgages, travel, and all the other little-and big-things that will make life a bit easier.
PerkSpot is looking for an ambitious Account Executive to join our Merchant Partnerships team. As a member of the Partnerships team, you'll be personally responsible for finding and partnering with medium-to-large national brands to offer exclusive discounts to over 21 million users.
This role will focus on mid-tier to large partners; you will work through your list of accounts and warm leads to set up a call to discuss our product. Some cold outreach via email, phone, and/or other sources is required to acquire new business.
What you'll accomplish:
- Meet the team. Culture is huge at PerkSpot. Take this time to meet the team and learn the ins and outs of the business, as well as gain a better understanding of the competitive advertising and marketing industry landscape
- Get acquainted with account portfolio, establish category expertise, and develop a strategic plan of action
- Reach out and engage with new partner prospects to launch new campaigns on PerkSpot
- You'll onboard hundreds of new brand campaigns and drive millions of dollars in purchases of products and services
- You'll be personally responsible for millions of dollars in advertising revenue
What we're looking for:
- 1-5 years' experience in sales, Advertising/Marketing/E-commerce a plus
- A proven track record of previous sales success, preferably enterprise-level eCommerce sales
- Salesforce and Microsoft Office Suite experience is preferred
- Previous experience working with direct brands, advertising agencies and affiliate networks
- Strong sales negotiation, organizational, and written skills
About PerkSpot:
PerkSpot is the trusted employee discount platform that provides meaningful, personalized savings on the things that matter most. Our approach is simple, inspiring others to love where they work by offering the steepest, most intentional discounts on over 1,000 reputable brands. From local deals to big-name nationwide offerings, our 98% retention rate speaks for itself.
We are an established company with a strong foundation, growing consistently and steadily. What does that mean for you? The opportunity to hit the ground running and see the impact of your work! As a leader in the industry, we're committed to doing more - developing better products, reaching more employers, and getting more members engaged with our platform. Our passion is to make every place a great place to work, starting with our own.
Your first few months as a PerkSpotter:
Providing value doesn't have to wait, from day one we are open to your big ideas. In your first few months, you will...
- Meet the team! We think our people are pretty great, so we want to ensure you're introduced to all of the right team members to help you succeed. You'll spend quite a bit of time with the Merchant Partnerships, Content Operations, Customer Service, Accounting, Marketing and Advertising Coordinators, Managers, and Senior Leadership.
- Get to know PerkSpot! Immerse yourself in the business, engage with internal stakeholders, and participate in monthly companywide All Hands meetings.
- Sharpen your skills! You will become well-versed in the PerkSpot platform and other tools we use such as Salesforce, Affiliate Networks, Microsoft Office, and more!
- See your impact! You will be integral to the success and growth of PerkSpot. You will personally oversee the most important and challenging initiatives across the partnerships organization.
- Participate in company-wide events! Whether it's office miniature golf or a raffle gameshow, company culture is at the forefront of our business.
The perks and benefits:
With a name like PerkSpot, it's no secret that employee perks are kind of our thing. Below are a few of the many perks and benefits we offer to our people.
- Comprehensive medical, dental, vision insurance effective on your first day of employment, and 100% employer-funded short-term & long-term disability insurance
- Open PTO policy & fully paid parental leave
- 401(k) with company match and free financial consulting from Holberg Financial
- WFH flexibility and home-office expense budget
- Free lunch in the office, on-site gym access, bring your pet to work!
- Access to our exclusive perks & discounts
How to apply:
All applications will be kept strictly confidential. Please submit a resume and cover letter telling us how you stack up to the qualifications, plus any other information you feel would be relevant to PerkSpot. Don't be afraid to show your spark and personality!
All positions require full background screening.
Offering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive culture is a priority at PerkSpot. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, or national origin, disability or protected veteran status, or any other legally protected basis, in accordance with applicable law.