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Siemens Smart Infrastructure is currently searching for a dynamic Higher Education sales professional for our Atlanta Sales team. The primary responsibility of this role is to promote Siemens strong market position for delivering smart building technology to help our customers create outstanding experiences for their customers. In this position, you will achieve booking and profit goals by developing and implementing plans to grow, develop, and manage end-user/ owner, as well as contractor, consultant, and developer relationships; capitalize on sales opportunities within the territory; and effectively execute sophisticated deals independently within our established guidelines. Our Smart Buildings help to create efficient, safe, adaptable, and responsible environments. Our aim isn't just about improving buildings; it's about creating perfect places that improve people's lives.
As an Account Executive, you will:
- The Account Executive will manage and grow the overall business in the Higher Education market through developing and maintaining executive C-suite and facilities leadership level relationships, and by value-selling solutions and services to decision makers.
- Additional expectations include: sales funnel development through early identification and qualification of sales leads with cross-divisional sales teams; consultatively assisting targeted clients in understanding financial business goals, while uncovering challenges and defining long-term and short term infrastructure goals; thoroughly understanding the complex challenges faced by Higher Education customers; selling solutions as well as the value associated with Siemens partnership; managing customer relationships, including through project development and implementation phases.
- Additional attributes for Account Executive include: works well with internal and external teams such as operations, finance, legal and other inside and outside resources as needed to acquire client commitment; team-sells with other salespeople when appropriate and mutually beneficial; follows through on sold projects to ensure expected customer outcomes; participates in Higher Education trade associations and professional organizations, workshops and seminars; applying consultative selling that incorporates market drivers, business objectives, budgets, financing and operations as they relate to value propositions; maintain, report and be accountable for the internal sales process; and effectively completes needs assessments, financial justifications, and related proposals and presentations.
- Develop a Vertical Market and account management plan for strategic growth. Identify new business opportunities and create "go-to-market" strategies for end-user customers.
- Maintain a qualified funnel of opportunities, achieve new order/booking and profit goals consistently.
- Consult with customers on technology needs, budgeting, and position Siemens as an industry leader in service delivery.
- Act as a consultant to customers, recommend services for business goals, set pricing and work with internal and external resources.
- Travel overnight up to 10% for training and business development.
You will make an impact with these qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Business or Engineering OR a combination of education and experience will also be considered
- 8+ Years Industry Experience
- Financial expertise to estimate and sell technical solutions and service offerings effectively and independently
- Account development and strategic sales skills
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English and excellent organizational, presentation, and negotiation skills with proficiency in Microsoft Office suite
- Must be 18 years of age and possess a valid driver's license with limited violations
- Legally authorized to work in the United States on a continual and permanent basis without company sponsorship
- This position supports a Siemens customer that requires all employees and vendors to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 where permitted by applicable law and in accordance with an accommodation based on legally protected reasons
Preferred Qualifications:
- Salesforce CRM
- Software, IoT, and networking experience
- Experience in the Higher Education market,
- Experience selling to end users/ownersand demonstrated understanding of how to market, position, and sell cloud-based, data-driven service programs such as fault detection and diagnostics to existing and new customers
You'll benefit from:
- Siemens offers a variety of health and wellness benefits to our employees. Details regarding our benefits can be found here: https://www.benefitsquickstart.com/siemens/index.html
- The pay range for this position is $78,200 - $121,400. The actual wage offered may be lower or higher depending on budget and candidate experience, knowledge, skills, qualifications, and premium geographic location.
- A no-cap commission structure that allows you to grow your accounts as much as you want...the sky's the limit!
- Extensive Siemens Smart Infrastructure Service and Product portfolios provide opportunities to expand your customer base.
- Fast ramp-up time with our structured sales development program that provides you with a plan for quickly learning about Siemens products, processes, and people.
- Work life blend and the flexibility to work from home when needed for a better balance to life.
Ready to create your own journey? Join us today and help create a better #TomorrowWithUs!
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