Inside Sales Representative - Public Sector (Hybrid Remote)

Job Title: Inside Sales Representative - Public Sector

Splunk is here to build a safer and more resilient digital world. The world's leading enterprises use our unified security and observability platform to keep their digital systems secure and reliable. While customers love our technology, it's our people that make Splunk stand out as an amazing career destination and why we've won so many awards as a best place to work. If you become a Splunker, we want your whole, authentic self, what we call your "million data points". So bring your work experience, problem-solving skills and talent, of course, but also bring your joy, your passion and all the things that make you, you.

Role Summary

Do you want to make an impact and expand your sales knowledge and learn from the best? Are you passionate about groundbreaking technology and help businesses think differently? If you answered yes then we might have a home here for you at Splunk! The Inside Sales Rep (for Named Accounts) will be responsible for expanding and growing territories for Splunk. You will use your sales, negotiation and leadership skills to prospect, and conduct lead generation techniques and sell Splunk's award-winning software into well known/brand named companies. You have a consistent record of selling software or services and you know how to build beneficial, positive relationships with customers.

What you'll get to do

• Follow up with inbound leads and provide status updates through the company CRM system

• Conduct outbound prospecting and lead generation

• Qualify leads and schedule product demos for customers

• Display a real passion for running accounts by building and fostering client relationships through personalized contact, understanding of client's needs, and ability to communicate solution values of products and services. In addition, you will:

• Accurately forecast opportunities based upon realistic assessments

• Meet/exceed assigned revenue goals

• Partner with field sales representatives in various geo/territories. Support attendance to all field marketing events to include, but not limited to Splunk Lives, our National Users Conference and all regional trade shows.

Qualifications

• 1-2 years of experience in selling enterprise IT solutions (BI, data analytics, security software, risk management software or networking performance)

• Consultative sales experience at meaningful companies/businesses with the innate ability to innovate

• Proven track record of exceeding yearly quota

• Previously worked in fast-growing software sales company

• Reputation for success in consultative sales environments and putting the customer first

• You have developed and nurtured new business and managed sales cycle, from generating leads through closing

• Able to commute daily to our fun Tysons Corner office (this is not a remote position)

• Stellar interpersonal skills

• A logical and analytical thinker and have demonstrated negotiation skills

• Strong technical aptitude, strong computer skills - CRM system, Word, Excel, ~~~

• Exceptional organizational skills with the proven ability to prioritize and complete multiple tasks to meet deadlines

• Self-starter able to work independently but also be a contributing member of a team and share your successes

• Desire to grow within the sales field organization

• Highly motivated and professional, with excellent communication skills

Splunk is an Equal Opportunity Employer

At Splunk, we believe creating a culture of belonging isn't just the right thing to do; it's also the smart thing. We prioritize diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging to ensure our employees are supported to bring their best, most authentic selves to work where they can thrive. Qualified applicants receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, sexual orientation, marital status, age, physical or mental disability or medical condition, genetic information, veteran status, or any other consideration made unlawful by federal, state, or local laws. We consider qualified applicants with criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements.

Note

OTE Pay Range

For sales roles the ranges are expressed as On Target Earning or OTE (OTE = base + incentives in the form of sales incentive plans).

SF Bay Area, Seattle Metro, and New York City Metro Area

On Target Earnings: $51.92 - 71.39 per hour

California (excludes SF Bay Area), Washington (excludes Seattle Metro), New York (excludes NYC Metro Area), and all other states.

On Target Earnings: $46.54 - 63.99 per hour

Splunk provides flexibility and choice in the working arrangement for most roles, including remote and/or in-office roles. We have a market-based pay structure which varies by location. Please note that the On Target Earnings (OTE) range is a guideline and for candidates who receive an offer, the OTE pay will vary based on factors such as work location as set out above, as well as the knowledge, skills and experience of the candidate. In addition to OTE, this role may be eligible for equity or long-term cash awards.

Benefits are an important part of Splunk's Total Rewards package. This role is eligible for a competitive benefits package which includes medical, dental, vision, a 401(k) plan and match, paid time off and much more! Learn more about our comprehensive benefits and wellbeing offering at ~~~ .