Smartsheet

Commercial Account Executive (Remote Eligible - Costa Rica)

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About the role

For over 20 years, Smartsheet has empowered teams to manage work seamlessly and scale solutions smarter. Now, in our most ambitious chapter yet, we are uniting human teams with AI agents. By orchestrating the work agents do best, automating manual tasks and uncovering insights at scale, we create the space for people to focus on what truly matters: judgment, creativity, and big thinking. That is magic at work, and it’s what we show up for every day.

Smartsheet is empowering ambitious sales professionals to join our team as Account Executives. In this role, you'll transcend traditional sales, becoming a trusted advisor and strategic partner to our customers. You'll be at the forefront of driving significant revenue growth by managing and expanding relationships within a portfolio of accounts. This is your chance to leverage your strategic thinking and sales acumen to navigate complex deals and deliver transformative solutions that directly impact our clients' success.

At Smartsheet, we provide a leading cloud-based platform for work execution, enabling organizations to plan, capture, track, automate, and report on work at scale. We are committed to fostering a culture of trust and innovation, empowering our team to deliver exceptional value to our clients.

This role is eligible for remote work within Costa Rica. You must reside in Costa Rica.

You will:

Drive Strategic Growth: Exceed software and services sales targets by developing and executing strategic account plans for clients.

Cultivate Executive Relationships: Build and nurture strong relationships with C-level executives and key decision-makers, positioning Smartsheet as a strategic partner.

Navigate Complex Deals: Lead complex, solution-based sales cycles, aligning Smartsheet's capabilities with clients' strategic objectives and driving significant deal closures.

Proactive Opportunity Identification: Identify and capitalize on expansion opportunities within existing accounts, anticipating client needs and proactively offering tailored solutions.

Strategic Pipeline Management: Develop and maintain a robust sales pipeline, accurately forecasting revenue and leveraging data-driven insights to optimize sales strategies.

MEDDICC: Expertly apply MEDDICC qualification methodologies to ensure deal success and drive predictable revenue growth.

Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with internal and external stakeholders, including solution engineering and customer success teams, to deliver exceptional client experiences.

Sales Leadership: Embody the traits of an elite sales professional, serving as a mentor and role model for the team.

Other job duties as assigned.

You have:

Proven Sales Expertise: 1-3 years of progressive sales experience, with a strong track record of success in the software or technology sector.

Strategic Account Management: Demonstrated ability to manage and expand relationships within accounts in a B2B environment.

Strategic Thinking and Problem-Solving: Ability to analyze complex client needs, develop strategic solutions, and navigate challenging sales cycles.

Professional Presence and Communication: Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to effectively engage and influence C-level executives. B2 English Proficiency Level or higher.

Technical Acumen: Passion for technology and the ability to quickly grasp complex technical concepts.

Sales Tools Proficiency: Proficiency in CRM systems (Salesforce), sales engagement tools (Outreach), data visualization platforms (Tableau), and others as needed.

Resilience and Adaptability: Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment, adapt to change, and overcome challenges.

Educational Background: Degree in Business Administration, Marketing, Sales, or a related field preferred, or equivalent sales experience.

Smartsheet Expertise: Deep understanding of the Smartsheet platform and advanced capabilities.

Complex Solution Sales: Proven ability to execute complex solution sales involving both software and services.

Perks & Benefits:

Fully paid Health & Life insurance for full-time employees and family members

Monthly stipend to support your work and productivity

Asociacion Solidarista with employee and employer contributions as well as potential alliances with entities such as universities, gyms, etc.

12 days paid Vacation + Flexible Time Away Program

20 weeks fully paid Maternity Leave

12 weeks fully paid Paternity/Adoption Leave

Personal paid Volunteer Day to support our community

Opportunities for professional growth and development including access to LinkedIn Learning online courses

Company Funded Perks including a counseling membership and your own personal Smartsheet account

Teleworking options from any registered location in Costa Rica (role specific)

Get to Know Us:

At Smartsheet, your ideas are heard, your potential is supported, and your contributions have real impact. You’ll have the freedom to explore, push boundaries, and grow beyond your role. We welcome diverse perspectives and nontraditional paths—because we know that impact comes from individuals who care deeply and challenge thoughtfully. When you’re doing work that stretches you, excites you, and connects you to something bigger, that’s magic at work. Let’s build what’s next, together.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Smartsheet is an Equal Opportunity (EEO) employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment with the best employees. It is our policy to provide equal employment opportunities to all qualified applicants in accordance with applicable laws in the US, UK, Australia, Germany, Costa Rica, Japan, Bulgaria, India, and Singapore. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

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  1. Tell us about work you have done that is close to the Commercial Account Executive (Remote Eligible - Costa Rica) role.
  2. How would you approach your first 30 days at Smartsheet?
  3. Which of Administration, CRM and Data Analysis have you used recently, and what did it help you achieve?
  4. Describe a time you solved a problem without waiting to be told exactly what to do.
  5. How do you stay organised and communicate clearly when working remotely?

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  • Two examples that show the strengths listed on your CV.
  • A clear reason why this role and company interest you.
  • Your availability, preferred work style, and salary expectations.

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  • What would success look like in the first 90 days?
  • What are the main problems this hire should help solve?
  • How does the team give feedback and measure good work?
  • What does a normal working week look like for this role?
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I am interested in the Commercial Account Executive (Remote Eligible - Costa Rica) role because I can bring practical experience in Administration, CRM and Data Analysis, learn the team quickly, and contribute to the outcomes Smartsheet needs from this hire.

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