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Account Executive - Ontario

Fictiv · Toronto, ON, Canada

Base
Not disclosed
OTE
C$189K
Quota attainment
Not disclosed
Posted
2mo ago

Why it matters: OTE tells you what you could earn. Attainment tells you how realistic it is.

Ask: “What percentage of fully ramped reps hit quota last year?”

Still open · checked 3h agoon Fictiv's careers page

What Fictiv sells

Parts for new products, from prototype to production

A product team needs custom parts, first as test models and then in small batches. Fictiv pairs a large catalog of parts with digital manufacturing tools, which helps the team get those parts made and bring its new product to market sooner.

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The Braun Read

Worth a look

Solid on the basics. Use the first call to fill in the gaps.

Pay
OTE is listed. Ask what the base is.
Transparency
Shares 1 of 5: quota, attainment, deal size, territory, sales cycle.
Pipeline
Doesn't say where pipeline comes from. Ask.
Time on market
Open 82 days. Ask why it's been hard to fill.
Company hiring
16 sales roles open, hiring at a steady pace.

Red flags

None spotted.

Green flags

  • Publishes OTE. It tells you the on-target earnings up front. Most postings don't.

Based only on what the posting says. Flags are a starting point for your first call, not a final judgment.

Questions to ask on the first call

Built from what this posting leaves out. How they answer tells you as much as what they say.

  1. 1.

    What percentage of fully ramped reps hit quota last year?

    OTE is what you could earn. This is how likely you are to earn it.

  2. 2.

    What percentage of reps on the team have been here more than 18 months?

    Tenure shows whether people stay long enough to get paid.

  3. 3.

    Has the comp plan changed in the last 12 to 18 months? What changed?

    A plan that changes every year means the goalposts keep moving.

  4. 4.

    Who sits with reps and reviews calls each week?

    Coaching is often what's behind a good or bad attainment number.

  5. 5.

    What's the base, and how is the rest paid out?

    OTE without a base doesn't tell you what you can count on.

  6. 6.

    Why is this role open? Did someone leave, or is it new?

    New headcount is growth. A replacement means someone left. Ask why.

When the offer comes

Save these for later. They land better once they've said yes to you.

  1. 1.

    Can I see the full comp plan in writing, including clawbacks and accelerators?

    What's in writing is what gets paid. Read it before you sign.

  2. 2.

    Can I see the actual comp distribution for the team last year, not just the OTE?

    The spread shows what most reps really take home. OTE is just the target.

  3. 3.

    I'd be walking away from earned commission to join. Is there room for a sign-on bonus to help cover that?

    Leaving money behind is a fair reason to ask. The worst answer is no.

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The role

Sell MISUMI's factory automation components and digital manufacturing platform to engineering and procurement teams at strategic accounts in Ontario, growing revenue across existing key accounts.

Strategic · Expansion

Selling motion

Expansion

Who you're selling to

Buyer:
Engineering, purchasing and management teamsIn their words: “Build and maintain relationships with decision-makers and influencers across engineering, purchasing, and management functions”
Industry:
Factory automation and manufacturingIn their words: “driving revenue growth across strategic accounts within the Factory Automation business”
Company size:
Strategic

Pipeline expectations

Not stated in the posting.

Compensation

C$189K OTE

What is not disclosed

This posting doesn't tell you:

  • Base salary
  • Quota size
  • Quota attainment
  • Average deal size
  • Sales cycle length

The questions above cover the big ones.

Full posting
About MISUMI Americas MISUMI Americas, a division of MISUMI Group, is a leading provider of standard, configurable, and custom manufacturing solutions. By integrating a vast catalog of components with a world-class digital manufacturing platform, MISUMI Americas empowers engineers and procurement teams to accelerate innovation across the entire product lifecycle. With operations in the San Francisco Bay Area and Chicago, the company serves as a vital partner for the most innovative companies in the Americas. Impact In This Role The Account Executive is responsible for driving revenue growth across strategic accounts within the Factory Automation business. This role develops and executes account strategies, engages cross-functional stakeholders (engineering, purchasing, and leadership), and acts as a consultative partner to customers to optimize product adoption and solve application challenges. The position also generates actionable customer insights to support new product and service development, contributing to market share expansion and long-term business growth. You will report to the Regional Sales Manager What You’ll Be Doing - Develop and execute account-level strategies to achieve revenue growth targets across key accounts - Partner with internal sales teams to track forecasting, pipeline activity, and progress against goals - Build and maintain relationships with decision-makers and influencers across engineering, purchasing, and management functions - Provide consultative support throughout customer design and purchasing cycles to drive product adoption - Deliver professional presentations of products and services to both technical and non-technical audiences - Identify customer barriers, needs, and opportunities; recommend solutions to improve satisfaction and increase revenue - Generate and communicate customer insights, competitive intelligence, and market trends to sales leadership and product teams - Collaborate with product managers, engineers, and leadership to support business development initiatives - Apply effective sales techniques and continuously refine approach to maximize account performance - Maintain accurate reporting of forecasts, opportunity funnel, account activity, and progress updates Desired Traits - Bachelor’s degree in business, marketing, engineering, or related area is preferred. · - Minimum 3 years of industrial sales experience. Experience in selling mechanical components in automation/assembly equipment is preferred - Strong consultative selling skills with the ability to engage multiple levels of a customer organization - High level of business acumen with the ability to translate customer needs into actionable solutions - Strategic thinker with ability to develop and execute account growth plans - Excellent communication skills (verbal and written) with confidence presenting to diverse audiences - Strong problem-solving and conflict management capabilities - Results-driven with a focus on achieving revenue targets and measurable outcomes - Ability to build relationships and influence stakeholders both internally and externally - High level of ownership, accountability, and initiative - Adaptability and responsiveness in a fast-paced, evolving environment - Proficiency with CRM tools and Microsoft Office applications - Industry knowledge in automation, mechanical components, or related manufacturing sectors (preferred) - Experience engaging markets such as automotive, semiconductor, medical, or EV (preferred) Physical/Travel Demands - Occasionally transport sample cases weighing up to 10lbs into customer locations. - 30% overnight travel. Perks and Benefits - Competitive medical, dental, and vision insurance - 401K plan - Parental leave programs - Paid volunteer days - And much, much more! Salary Range: OTE up to $189,000 CAD plus car allowance Interested in learning more? We look forward to hearing from you soon. We’re actively seeking teammates who: - Bring diverse perspectives and experience to our culture and company. - Excel at being part of a strong, empathetic team. - Thrive in an environment emphasizing respect, honesty, collaboration, and growth. - Have an ‘always learning’ mindset that celebrates learning, not just wins. - Help us continue to build a world-class organization that values the contributions of all of our teammates We encourage applications from members of underrepresented groups, including but not limited to women, members of the LGBTQ community, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans.
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