IntroductionA Technology Sales Specialist role (what we internally call a, ‘Brand Sales Specialist’) within Automation means working for a leader in AI-Powered products. Envision helping clients create a world with less repetitive work and more innovative decisions. Less unplanned downtime and more proactive insight. And less waiting on systems… So that their employees can invest more time on the work they love. Join us and co-create with clients on solutions that makes people more productive and improves business performance, so that they can change the world at a scale not previously possible.
Excellent onboarding and an industry leading learning culture will set you up for positive impact and success, whilst ongoing development will advance your career through an upward trajectory. Our sales environment is collaborative and experiential. Part of a team, you’ll be surrounded by bright minds and keen co-creators – always willing to help and be helped – as you apply passion to work that will compel our clients to invest in IBM’s products and services.
Your Role and Responsibilities
As a Brand Sales Specialist, you’ll work closely with clients to develop relationships, understand their needs, earn their trust, and show them how IBM’s industry-leading automation solutions will solve their problems whilst delivering value to their business. In this role, Brand Sales Specialist means working for a leader in AI-Powered products. Envision helping clients create a world with less repetitive work and more innovative decisions. Less unplanned downtime and more proactive insight. And less waiting on systems… So that their employees can invest more time on the work they love.
Join us and co-create with clients on award winning solutions that make people more productive and improves business performance, so that they can change the world at a scale not previously possible.
Our sales environment is collaborative and experiential. Part of a team, you’ll be surrounded by bright minds and keen co-creators – always willing to help and be helped – as you apply passion to work that will compel our clients to invest in IBM’s products and services to solve their business problems.
Your primary responsibilities will include:
- Maintain Client Relationships and Showcase IBM’s Tech Value: Actively maintain and nurture client relationships while effectively highlighting the value of IBM’s technology solutions.
- Utilize Solution-Selling Skills: Apply solution-selling techniques to engage with decision-makers, assess and qualify opportunities, and establish enduring partnerships.
- Oversee the Full Sales Process: Take charge of the entire sales process, from handling RFI/RFP responses to meeting key performance indicators (KPIs). The focus is on acquiring new business and expanding existing accounts.
- Collaborate with IBM’s Sales Network: Work in cooperation with IBM’s sales ecosystem to develop and execute sales campaigns, ultimately leading to the growth of the sales pipeline.
Required Technical and Professional Expertise
– Tech Sales experience: Actively acquiring new clients and partners.
– Experience partnering with ISV, outsourcing, or consulting firms to build joint go to market solutions that provide a positive ROI for both parties..
– Ability to Convey Tech Solutions: Effectively articulating the business and financial impact of tech solutions.
– Excellent Communication and Presentation Skills: Demonstrating engaging and influential communication and presentation abilities – Automation Knowledge: Expertise in the Automation/ FinOps market to serve as a trusted client advisor (training on IBM’s Automation offerings will be provided). Data & AI Market Knowledge: Expertise in the Data & AI market to serve as a trusted client advisor (training on IBM’s Data & AI offerings will be provided).
Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise
– Federal market knowledge and experience Key Job Details Role:Technology Sales Specialist- Data, AI and Automation
Location: Multiple Locations
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Bethesda Alexandria Herndon Reston Category:Sales
Employment Type:Full-Time
Travel Required:Up to 60% or 3 days a week (home on weekends – based on project requirements)
Contract Type:Regular
Company:(0147) International Business Machines Corporation
Req ID:740199BR
Projected Minimum Salary:$109,000 per year
Projected Maximum Salary:$109,000-$165,000/year per year
Date Posted:November 25, 2024
