Job title: Sales Specialist – Power BILocation: Role can be based from any of our Manchester, Leeds or Reading locations (Hybrid working available)Hours: Monday to Friday, 37.5 hours per weekSalary: Competitive DOE + uncapped commissionAbout BCN:BCN is a leading managed IT services provider based in the United Kingdom, specialising in delivering cutting-edge technology solutions across various sectors, including cloud computing, cybersecurity, and data management.
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At BCN, we achieve success through collective effort!Focus of the role:We are seeking a Sales Specialist with a focus on and deep knowledge of Microsoft Business Intelligence solutions.
The primary focus and ultimate success measure of the sales specialist role is to increase sales of BCN's Power BI services to both new logo and existing customers.You will be responsible and targeted for new logo acquisition working closely with our marketing and technical leadership teams, providing your product and industry knowledge to develop winning strategies and partnerships that deliver a consistent flow of new logo wins.
Developing strong relationships with Microsoft's sellers to position BCN as a leading Microsoft BI partner and to be 'front of mind' for referral and co-sell opportunities will be important to your success.And from an existing customer perspective, BCN's rapid growth means there is plenty of whitespace in our customer base for Power BI sales.
You will maximise sales into this whitespace by ensuring the sales team have the awareness of our services and have the capability to open opportunities (i.e.
knowledge of use cases, effective discovery questions, storytelling).
You must take a proactive approach to closing whitespace identifying which accounts have strong potential and facilitating discovery meetings with the customer and appropriate account manager.Responsibilities:Achieve your annual target of net new logo customer winsDelivery of sales enablement and training into account management teams that ensures a strong pipeline of cross sell opportunities for Power BI services.Support account management teams through entire sales process to maximises cross sell win rates.Build strong productive relationships with Microsoft sellers and wider teams.Identify and build partnerships with organisations that provide additional routes to market.Attend tech and industry events and other activities to represent BCN in our target market and build our reputation as Microsoft Power BI experts.Stay abreast of industry knowledge and competitors advising of changes required to remain competitive.Proactively manage monthly and quarterly forecasts and updates in Dynamics 365 Sales.Undertake appropriate Microsoft Learn, sales training and associated exams.Person, Skills & Experience:4+ years of experience with business development, sales, or account managementGood experience managing the sales process, in particular new logo acquisitionRelevant experience of selling Microsoft Power BI solutionsExcellent communication, interpersonal, and negotiation skills.Proficiency in Microsoft 365 (Office) and use of CRM software.Highly organised individual with a solution-oriented mindset.Detail-driven with ability to prioritise.Self-starter and able to work efficiently under pressure.Proven success in new customer acquisition.Highly driven, focused and committed with a proven track record of consistent sales achievement.Positive "can do" attitude, who realises a sense of urgency and a strong desire succeed.Ability to operate in a high velocity, metrics driven sales organisation.Ability to establish and build trust with colleagues and clients at various levels of the organisational structure.Proven ability to work independently, as a member of a team with flexibility to adapt and manage change effective in an ever-changing environment.Why BCN?The opportunity to shape your own future with industry leading training and development, with access to our BCN AcademyCompetitive salary and the ability to progressEnhanced holiday allowance increasing with length of service, plus bank holidays, we even give you the day off if you're working to celebrate your birthdayDid we mention holidays?
Yes we did, but you will also have the option to buy moreHybrid working policy – your wellbeing matters to usCompany pension scheme6-months of full pay during maternity leave – subject to length of service2 paid leave days per year to volunteer and support your local community – if it matters to you it matters to usHealth cash plan with free access to a confidential Employee Assistance Programme (EAP) supporting bereavement, financial, health and wellbeing, and much moreLife assuranceCycle to work scheme, electric vehicle scheme, tech scheme and retail discountsState-of-the-art office with free parkingBalancing work, life, and fitness can be challenging, so we offer a free 24-hour on-site gym at our Manchester and Leeds locations to make it easier to stay activeLong service gifts to celebrate all the milestones"Teach the Techie" sessions ran by our very own experts, where team members can share knowledge, learn new skills, and stay updated on the latest industry trendsBeer (or soft drinks) and Pizza Friday's, dress down every day, social events such as Summer BBQ, Christmas party and lots lots more.