Now Hiring - Carahsoft Technology Corp. - Government Account Representative - Level 1 in Reston, VA

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To keep step with our rapid growth in the technology market, we are in search of collaborative, driven and forward-thinking individuals to continue to grow our business. We currently have openings for entry-level government Account Representatives. Job Summary Drives sales and manages relationships within federal, state, and local government markets for technology portfolios. Oversees the entire sales process -- from lead generation and opportunity qualification to quoting, forecasting, and deal closure -- while ensuring compliance with procurement regulations. Coordinates targeted marketing campaigns, maintains accurate pipeline forecasts, and works closely with internal teams to deliver competitive, compliant solutions that meet agency requirement. Essential Functions -Manage Deals: Oversees the full sales cycle for federal, state, and local opportunities, from initial engagement to contract award and delivery. -Sales Driven Mindset: Proactively generates business, overcomes challenges, builds relationships with customers and closes deals in a competitive landscape. -Technology Expert: Maintains a high level of knowledge on current technology portfolio for vendors and remains educated in new emerging technologies in the marketplace. -Quoting & Proposal Development: Prepares and submits accurate quotes, proposals, and contract documents in alignment with agency requirements and procurement regulations. -Forecasting & Pipeline Management: Maintains an up-to-date sales forecast and CRM pipeline to support accurate revenue projections and resource planning. -Lead Generation: Identifies and qualifies new government opportunities through research, networking, and leveraging agency procurement databases (e.g., SAM.gov, FPDS). -Resilience and Persistence: Frequently follows up with customers, overcomes objections and remains optimistic while navigating business challenges. -Marketing Campaign Execution: Coordinates and runs targeted marketing campaigns for the public sector, including webinars, events, and digital outreach. Desired Qualifications & Experience: Strong desire to learn about federal software sales * BA/BS degree * Proven track record of leadership, responsibility and dependability * Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, changing environment * Competitive, assertive, self-starter mentality Carahsoft is an equal opportunity company. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. Job Type: Full-time Pay: $40,000.00 - $50,000.00 per year Benefits: * 401(k) * Dental insurance * Health insurance * Vision insurance Education: * Bachelor's (Preferred) Work Location: In person