Service Line Sales- Cloud Infrastructure Security Solutions - LifeSciences - BAY AREA CA

Cognizant North America; Pembroke; On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Service Line Sales Executive to enhance revenue growth in cloud and security solutions. This role requires a seasoned professional with over 10 years of consultative selling experience, adept at managing the entire sales lifecycle. You will work closely with clients to identify opportunities for digital transformation, fostering relationships with high-level decision-makers. The position promises a collaborative environment with excellent benefits, including a competitive salary and commission structure, alongside opportunities for personal and professional growth. Join a dynamic team that values initiative and success, where your contributions will significantly impact business outcomes.

Benefits

Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off

401(k) Plan

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Paid Parental Leave

Long-term/Short-term Disability

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in consultative selling of cloud and security solutions.
• Proven ability to close deals up to $10M+.

Responsibilities

• Forge relationships with VP/CXO decision makers.
• Drive revenue by leading digital engagements and sales strategies.

Skills

Consultative Selling

Cloud Solutions

Infrastructure Solutions

Security Solutions

Sales Lifecycle Management

Communication Skills

Problem-Solving

Education

Bachelor's Degree

MS or MBA

Job description

Life Sciences, Service Line Sales Specialist - (CIS)

Location: SFO, CA

Level: Director

Overview

We are looking for a Service Line Sales Executive to join an established account team with one or more of Cognizant's Technology customers to drive additional revenue growth specific to (CIS) Cloud, Infrastructure, Security solutions. We require their subject matter expertise in hyperscale and hybrid cloud & Infrastructure solutions. Service Line Sales Executives, partner with the customer to identify areas of opportunity to improve business outcomes through digital transformation that when implemented, leads to improved process and end-user experiences for everyone.

Key Responsibilities

Forge relationships with VP/CXO decision makers across IT and business teams

• Map client organization, build outstanding relationships with new business units, and build sales strategies for developing new business opportunities for cloud services
• Run end-to-end lead generation, sales, and RFI/RFP processes for specific solution
• Drive collective focus with multiple teams on larger multi service line deals
• Drive revenue by prioritization, structuring, and leading digital engagements
• Work closely with the practices and delivery organization to co-define and drive transformation strategy and service offerings
• Own and deliver on revenue and Total Commercial Value targets
• Envision and build new opportunities within existing and new businesses
• Lead financial and contract terms, conciliations, and outsourcing discussions
• Counsel account leadership and delivery leadership by highlighting risks and issues related to the engagements
• Develop and implement Account Growth strategy and business plans that coordinate with account teams to integrate with the account's larger growth plan
• Work in a matrix organization to achieve prospecting and other sales management goals
• Run operations and maintain process and system hygiene to enable system oriented key performance metrics and measurement

Required Qualifications:

• Sales Experience: Minimum 10+ years in consultative selling of hyperscale cloud, infrastructure and or security solutions
• Ability to lead entire sales lifecycle from opportunity identification (focus on farming) to conciliation/contracting
• Capable of working with clients to envision, structure and specify solution requirements
• Proven ability to close deals ranging in size up to $10M+
• Proven understanding on current industry trends
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Capable of structuring and editing presentations and proposals using content that is both self-generated and provided by colleagues
• Self-drive, flexibility and ownership of objectives
• Logical and structured approach to presenting opinions/views and interpretation of information
• Ability to influence decisions makers and develop followership among colleagues and subordinates

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree, MS or MBA degree preferred
• Strong background in a Cloud Infra and Security in sales, delivery or solutions
• Proven ability to contribute to new business development efforts and to lead and manage multiple tasks in a dynamic environment
• Must be detail oriented and able to manage and maintain all facets of complex assignments.
• Demonstrable problem-solving abilities with the aptitude to identify strategic solutions to business problems with enterprise-wide implications
• Demonstrate the flexibility to work among diverse corporate environments, industries, and technical and non-technical audiences

Top Reasons to Join Our Team

Excellent compensation/benefits. A strong financial incentive package that includes a solid base salary with a highly attractive commission plan. Further incentives include award programs, club trips, and excellent benefits package. Wide exposure to industry, product, and functional standard methodologies; as well as outstanding teams supporting your sales pursuits. Encouraging management team that rewards initiative & success. An exciting, industry leading practice where you can truly build a long-term career. Congenial, collaborative, and goal-oriented environment; the opportunity to work with and learn from a diverse, highly experienced team of business professionals. Tremendous opportunities for growth with a real career path promoting career advancement.

Benefits

Cognizant offers the following benefits for this position, subject to applicable eligibility requirements

• Medical/Dental/Vision/Life Insurance
• Paid holidays plus Paid Time Off
• 401(k) plan and contributions
• Long-term/Short-term Disability
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Work Authorization

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship, now or any time in the future.

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