Technical Business Development Executive - Workplace Virtualization

Company: IBM Computing
Location: Chicago
Posted on: February 25, 2021

Job Description:

IBM Technical Business Development Executive - Workplace Virtualization in Chicago , Illinois Introduction At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk. Your Role and Responsibilities Digital Workplace Services Business Development Executives create and maintain strong, trusted client relationships at all levels within the client's business. They develop and progress new client sales opportunities, work with solution architects to design DWS solution recommendations for their clients, and provide technical sales assistance to other sellers involved in opportunity pursuits. The DWS Business Development Executive is responsible for: --- Lead new sales opportunity development and qualification in partnership with client account teams and other IBM sellers --- Develop and maintain strong client relationships --- Provide technical sales assistance to other sellers who are less familiar with the DWS offerings --- Develop sales strategies for new client pursuits --- Lead client presentations to articulate solution capabilities and benefits --- Team with solution architects and partners in the development of the technical solution which best meets the clients needs --- Assist in development of an opportunity pricing approach that will position IBM competitively with the client while ensuring profitable business --- Assist in the development and presentation of client proposals --- Work collaboratively with other teams across IBM and with other partners --- Mentor other sellers and teammates --- Lead new sales opportunity development and qualification in partnership with client account teams and other IBM sellers This is a demanding role best suited for the individual passionate about Digital Workplace Services, knowledgeable about services sales processes, and IBM's DWS offerings. Resource must be willing to endure the pressures of the services profession, desire to have impact within IBM, and drive a high standard of quality to enable business success for the DWS business. 300 --- Develop and maintain strong client relationships --- Provide technical sales assistance to other sellers who are less familiar with the DWS offerings --- Develop sales strategies for new client pursuits Required Technical and Professional Expertise 1) Deep technical understanding of workplace virtualization solutions and technology 2) 5+ years of direct sales experience 3) Understanding of Digital Workplace Services offerings and solutions 4) Strong client relationship experience 5) Ability to team and work with internal and external partners Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise N/A About Business Unit At Global Technology Services (GTS), we help our clients envision the future by offering end-to-end IT and technology support services, supported by an unmatched global delivery network. It's a unique blend of bold new ideas and client-first thinking. If you can restlessly reinvent yourself and solve problems in new ways, work on both technology and business projects, and ask, "What else is possible?" GTS is the place for you! Your Life @ IBM What matters to you when you're looking for your next career challenge? Maybe you want to get involved in work that really changes the world? What about somewhere with incredible and diverse career and development opportunities - where you can truly discover your passion? Are you looking for a culture of openness, collaboration and trust - where everyone has a voice? What about all of these? If so, then IBM could be your next career challenge. Join us, not to do something better, but to attempt things you never thought possible. About IBM IBM's greatest invention is the IBMer. We believe that progress is made through progressive thinking, progressive leadership, progressive policy and progressive action. IBMers believe that the application of intelligence, reason and science can improve business, society and the human condition. Restlessly reinventing since 1911, we are the largest technology and consulting employer in the world, with more than 380,000 IBMers serving clients in 170 countries. Location Statement IBM will not be providing visa sponsorship for this position now or in the future. Therefore, in order to be considered for this position, you must have the ability to work without a need for current or future visa sponsorship. IBM intends this job to be performed entirely outside of Colorado. IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, pregnancy, disability, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.

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