Job description Business Development Lead - Technology Introduction
In support of our continued growth journey, we need to capitalize our capabilities and have identified the need to further expand our sales team as a priority area for growth. Our aim is to grow our net new customer acquisition and core business through increased sales focus, driving the growth strategy and delivering sales and revenue targets. As a Sales Lead, you will be instrumental in ensuring we achieve these objectives.
Within CMT, the role will be focused on the Technology sector which includes the sub-industries of:
Consumer technology and electronicsEnterprise technology and hardwareNetworking and network equipmentSemiconductor and componentsMedical equipment and technology Come join us
This is an important role with wide-ranging and often complex responsibilities, which call for a depth and breadth of business knowledge beyond the business development discipline. You will be capable of developing long-lasting customer relationships at a senior level and gaining referrals with new accounts. As a Sales Lead, you will have a deep understanding of the needs of the various sales channels and will leverage your experience to maximize return and drive value.
You will be responsible for working in our direct channel (working with Microsoft and direct to market) and have a demonstrable and proven track record in new business experience, in acquisition of white space accounts for the industry. With previous, solid consulting services sales experience and a flair for closing deals, you will thrive working with colleagues in a wider team using innovation and exciting customers with your enthusiasm. Your strong connections and your tenacity to be an assertive partner, along with your background in high-value solutions across the full Microsoft stack services (from advisory services, system integration, to managed services) will attest to your credibility with senior partners and clients.
You will have the opportunity to support, shape and grow our CMT business within a global business; one who is also the Microsoft #1 Partner globally.
Skills and experiences Experience working with and selling IT solutions to clientsExperience working with average deal sizes in excess of £250kExperience successfully achieving sales targets in excess of £2m+ in a year (depending on level).Superior knowledge and experience with sales pipeline management, and sales and revenue quotas.Able to skillfully navigate through negotiation phases at c-suite level.Able to act as a trusted adviser in addressing our customer's business needs.Solid Account Planning skills (utilizing the global standard account plan document).Solid understanding of Avanade solutions, Microsoft products and technology services and of competitive offerings. About you About You: You must have extensive experience in selling solutions and are experienced in selling large scale multiyear solutions; working with customer teams to identify opportunities from lead generation to closing deals.You will have in-depth knowledge and experience of the Microsoft eco-system; its channels and how to optimise Avanade's engagement and success.You will have experience and knowledge of the managed service landscape within the UK.
This role is 100% focused on acquiring net-new clients and logos, and you will need to have demonstrable experience of:
Identifying and completing market research on new client targets for the CMT sectorCreating and delivering a contact and origination plan against identified target customersWorking partner channels to collaborate and jointly identify targets to partner withCreating 30, 60 and 90 day plans from onboarding, as well as tracking and reporting on progress to senior leadership Characteristics that can spell success for this role You are proactive and practical, adept at assessing customer requirements, and selecting appropriate methods to fulfil them leveraging sales leadership and the Solution Area leads and specialists across the UKI business.You will be skilled at settling priorities, establishing a systematic plan to ensure successful completion, and allocating time and resources effectively.Inside and outside Avanade, your social skills will enable you to use your network to facilitate, develop and influence.Strong customer interface and presentation skills are needed in this role, together with a mind-set of customer service.A skillful negotiator, you will be confident acting as trusted adviser when dealing with customers' business needs. What you will do What you'll do Identify and engage with new clients to expand our client portfolio.Identify new sales opportunities across key channels to increase sales volume.Assist management in devising sales plans and strategies.Sell a portfolio of Avanade and/or third-party software products directly to end-user organizations.Specialize in the sale of one or more key technologies in the Microsoft stack including Apps & Infra; Modern Workplace; Data & AI and Security.Generate sales and drive revenue, typically in low-to-medium risk and return sales activities.Lead customer relationships for new accounts.Prospect, acquire, develop and expand business leads.Support the wider Account Leadership team when required and Leadership on specific opportunities.Achieve short- and long-term sales growth by increasing cross selling activities within existing and new accounts.Be accountable for an individual sales target.Be accountable and have solid experience managing the full sales life cycle from origination of opportunities through to contracting and closure. Enjoy your career
Some of the best things about working at Avanade
Opportunity to work for Microsoft's Global Alliance Partner of the Year (14 years in a row), with exceptional development and training (minimum 80 hours per year for training and paid certifications)Real-time access to technical and skilled resources globallyDedicated career advisor to encourage your growthEngaged and helpful coworkers genuinely interested in you A great place to work
As you bring your skills and abilities to Avanade, you'll get distinctive experiences, limitless learning, and ambitious growth in return. As we continue to build our diverse and inclusive culture, we become even more innovative and creative, helping us better serve our clients and communities. You'll join a community of smart, supportive collaborators to lift, mentor, and guide you, and to lean on your expertise. You get a company purpose-built for business-critical, leading-edge technology solutions, committed to improving the way humans work, interact, and live. It's all here, so take a closer look!
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