Technical Sales Specialist - Data Center

RM Staffing B.V.; London; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology staffing company in Canada is seeking a Sales & Client Support specialist to conduct product demonstrations and build client relationships. This role requires a technical background with experience in sales and client-facing roles, focusing on data center services. Candidates should have an associate's degree in a technical field and 3-5 years of relevant experience, ideally with certifications like CompTIA A+ or CCNA.

Benefits

Commission-based structure

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive team environment

Access to ongoing training

Qualifications

• Minimum of 3-5 years of hands-on experience as a Data Center Technician or similar role.
• Proven experience in a sales or customer-facing role, preferably within the technology industry.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Server+, or Cisco CCNA are highly desirable.

Responsibilities

• Act as a technical liaison for the sales team, providing expert product knowledge and consultation.
• Conduct product demonstrations and technical presentations for prospective customers.
• Provide post-sales technical support, ensuring customer satisfaction.

Skills

Strong knowledge of data center best practices

Proficiency in diagnosing and troubleshooting server hardware

Demonstrated ability to build rapport with clients

Multilingual capabilities

Education

Associate’s degree in a technical field

Bachelor's degree preferred

Tools

Dell hardware

HP hardware

Cisco hardware

Juniper hardware

Job description

You’ll be the face of our technical expertise, conducting compelling product demonstrations and technical presentations . By effectively communicating the value of our services, you'll help prospective customers understand how our solutions can solve their challenges. Building and maintaining strong client relationships is key; you'll act as a trusted advisor , guiding them through their infrastructure decisions and becoming their go‑to resource.

Sales & Client Support

• Act as a technical liaison for the sales team, providing expert product knowledge and technical consultation to potential clients.
• Identify up‑selling and cross‑selling opportunities within existing client accounts based on their technical needs and future growth plans.
• Conduct product demonstrations and technical presentations for prospective customers, effectively communicating the value proposition of our data center services.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with clients, acting as a trusted advisor on their infrastructure needs.
• Collaborate with the sales and marketing teams to develop and execute strategies for new business acquisition.
• Assist in creating proposals and technical documentation for client solutions.
• Provide post‑sales technical support, ensuring customer satisfaction and successful implementation of services.

What We Offer

• A commission‑based structure that offers you flexibility.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement.
• A supportive and collaborative team environment.
• Access to ongoing training and development resources.

Requirements : Experience

• Associate’s degree in a technical field (e.g., Information Technology, Computer Science) or equivalent work experience. A bachelor's degree is preferred.
• Minimum of 3‑5 years of hands‑on experience as a Data Center Technician, Field Engineer, or similar role.
• Proven experience in a sales or customer‑facing role, preferably within the technology industry.
• Experience with hardware from major vendors (e.g., Dell, HP, Cisco, Juniper, etc.).

Relevant Skills

• Strong knowledge of data center best practices, including cabling standards (e.g., fiber, copper), racking, and power distribution.
• Proficiency in diagnosing and troubleshooting server hardware, networking equipment, and related components.
• Familiarity with network topologies, protocols (e.g., TCP / IP), and concepts (e.g., VLANs, routing).
• Demonstrated ability to build rapport and establish trust with clients.
• Relevant certifications such as CompTIA A+, Network+, Server+, or Cisco CCNA are highly desirable.
• A passion for technology and a desire to stay current with industry trends.
• Being Multilingual is an added advantage.