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Account Executive, Mid City

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axon logoAxon · Chicago, IL
$56K–$90K/yrFull-timeOn-site2mo ago30+ days old, may be filled
CRMForecastingLeadershipLessSalesforce
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Responsibilities

  • As an Account Executive - Mid City (Acquisition), you'll be responsible for winning new law enforcement customers across a defined territory. This role is built for hunters who thrive on opening doors, creating urgency, and closing first-time Axon customers.
  • Location: Remote and traveling 50% of the time, but could be up to 70%.
  • Territory: LA, AK, IL
  • Reports to: Inside Sales Manager
  • Own the full sales cycle for net-new law enforcement agencies, from prospecting through close
  • Execute a territory acquisition plan focused on outbound prospecting, inbound lead conversion, and field-based selling
  • Build relationships with first-time Axon buyers, including chiefs, command staff, IT, procurement, and city stakeholders
  • Deliver compelling Axon platform demonstrations via phone, web, and onsite presentations
  • Position Axon's integrated hardware, software, and services as a transformational solution for new agencies
  • Navigate longer sales cycles involving competitive displacement and formal procurement processes
  • Maintain accurate pipeline, forecasting, and activity tracking in Salesforce
  • Participate in forecast calls, territory planning, and ongoing sales enablement
  • Represent Axon at industry conferences, trade shows, and regional events
  • Coordinate pricing, contracts, and order execution with internal partners
  • What You Bring
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience
  • 3+ years of full-cycle sales experience with demonstrated new logo acquisition success
  • Proven outbound prospecting and pipeline creation skills
  • Field sales experience with frequent in-person customer engagement
  • Track record of closing complex, multi-stakeholder deals
  • Experience selling SaaS solutions preferred
  • Strong CRM discipline (Salesforce preferred)
  • Excellent communication, discovery, and presentation skills
  • High autonomy, resilience, and competitive drive
  • Why Top Performers Choose Axon
  • Mission-driven sales with purpose - our technology saves lives and strengthens communities
  • One of the fastest-growing public safety technology companies in the U.S., with approximately 40% year-over-year sales growth
  • Historically, top performers earn well above their on-target earnings
  • World-class equity and stock incentive programs
  • Clear career paths into Field Sales, Sales Support, and Sales Leadership
  • Opportunity to build deep field sales expertise while owning the full customer lifecycle
  • Strong enablement, training, and cross-functional support to help you succeed
  • Benefits that Benefit You:
  • Competitive salary and 401k with employer match
  • Discretionary paid time off
  • Paid parental leave for all
  • Medical, Dental, Vision plans
  • Fitness Programs
  • Emotional & Mental Wellness support
  • Learning & Development programs
  • And yes, we have snacks in our offices
  • Base Pay Range
  • $56,300 - $90,000 USD
  • Don't meet every single requirement? That's ok. At Axon, we Aim Far. We think big with a long-term view because we want to reinvent the world to be a safer, better place. We are also committed to building diverse teams that reflect the communities we serve.
  • Important Notes
  • The above job description is not intended as, nor should

Benefits

Dental insuranceVision insurance401(k)Remote work optionsEquity / stock optionsParental leave

Additional Information

Join Axon and be a Force for Good. At Axon, we're on a mission to Protect Life. We're explorers, pursuing society's most critical safety and justice issues with our ecosystem of devices and cloud software. Like our products, we work better together. We connect with candor and care, seeking out diverse perspectives from our customers, communities and each other. Life at Axon is fast-paced, challenging and meaningful. Here, you'll take ownership and drive real change. Constantly grow as you work hard for a mission that matters at a company where you matter.


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