Wayward - Senior Account Executive

Job Title: Senior Account Executive
Company: Wayward
Location: Bellevue / Hybrid

About Wayward:
Wayward is an omni-channel affiliate technology platform that helps e-commerce brands acquire new 
customers profitably through a large distribution network of creators and publishers. We connect 
brands with the best creators and publishers to promote products and earn on a pay-for-performance 
basis.

We're a fast-paced, well-capitalized, scrappy startup with a proven track record, looking to 
welcome a vibrant, early-career professional to our dynamic team.

Why You'll Love Working Here:

• Be part of a passionate, innovative team disrupting the creator economy and affiliate space
• Thrive in an entrepreneurial, creative environment with uncapped upside for career advancement
• Rare chance to be at the ground level of a thriving startup
• Embrace a culture that values learning from fast failures and continuous growth

Your Role: As a Senior Account Executive, you will be the key driver of our brand sales efforts, 
responsible for generating e-commerce brand leads, building relationships, and closing deals. Your 
efforts will directly impact Wayward's growth and success, making you an integral part of our team.

This Role is Perfect for You if You Have:

• 1-2 years of proven sales experience with a track record of succeeding with cold outreach in 
  ambiguous environments
• Bachelor's Degree (Business, Marketing, or a related field preferred)
• Experience working in startups is a plus
• A fearless approach to challenges, ready to learn from failures
• Strong familiarity with social media platforms and/or influencer marketing
• Familiarity with the Amazon seller ecosystem is a huge plus
• Excellent communication and relationship-building skills
• A desire to thrive in a fast-paced, evolving environment
• Eagerness to contribute ideas and adapt to a dynamic startup culture
• Willingness to collaborate in-person at least 3 days per week in our Bellevue, WA office.

Your Key Responsibilities:

• Generate your own e-commerce brand leads through cold outreach, tapping your
  network, and making cold calls
• Build and maintain strong relationships with potential brand customers, understanding their needs and presenting tailored solutions
• Drive the sales process from initial contact to closing deals, ensuring a high conversion rate
• Collaborate with the marketing, product, and engineering teams to align sales strategies with business objectives
• Continuously monitor and report on sales performance, identifying opportunities for improvement
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends and competitor activities to refine sales tactics

What We Offer:

• A collaborative, inclusive, and supportive team
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• A unique chance to grow with a rapidly expanding startup

Salary range: $60,000-$70,000 + Variable Commission Plan (Additional $10,000 - $20,000) on top of 
base) additionally eligible to receive generous stock option grants.

Interested? If you're eager to jumpstart your career and play a pivotal role in shaping the future 
of e-commerce, we'd love to hear from you. Send your resume and a brief cover letter explaining why 
you're the perfect fit for Wayward and our dynamic team.

Apply Now and Join Our Journey!

Wayward is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal
opportunity employer.