Technology Sales Specialist - Data Platform - ONT Utilities and X Industry

IBM Computing; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology company in Toronto is looking for a Technology Sales Specialist to drive revenue growth in the Data & AI sector. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 3 years in IT sales and a proven track record in client relationship management. Responsibilities include engaging C-suite executives and leading the full sales cycle. This role offers a collaborative environment where creativity and continuous learning are encouraged.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in IT sales, consulting, or business process technology.
• Proven client relationship management and sales quota achievement.
• In-depth knowledge of IBM's strategic solutions.

Responsibilities

• Drive revenue growth and market expansion within defined territory.
• Engage with decision-makers, including CIOs and C-suite executives.
• Lead the full sales cycle from prospecting to closure.

Skills

Client relationship management

Consultative sales

Pipeline development

Cloud technologies

Account planning

Job description

Introduction

As a Technology Sales Specialist (internally referred to as a Brand Sales Specialist) within IBM’s Data & AI portfolio, you will play a pivotal role in helping enterprises unlock the value of their data. Your mission is to empower organizations to transform data into actionable insights—quickly, efficiently, and at scale—by delivering IBM’s market-leading software solutions and services.

You’ll be joining a collaborative, innovative sales environment where curiosity, creativity, and continuous learning are valued. From day one, you’ll benefit from exceptional onboarding, mentorship, and a culture built around growth and shared success.

Your role and responsibilities

In this client-facing role, you will be responsible for driving revenue growth and market expansion within a defined territory or portfolio of accounts, with a focus on the Utilities sector and select cross-industry clients.

Key responsibilities include :

Client Relationship Management : Build and maintain strong, trusted relationships with key stakeholders. Understand their business challenges and articulate the unique value IBM solutions offer.

Solution Selling : Use a consultative sales approach to identify client needs, develop tailored solutions, and demonstrate how IBM’s Data & AI offerings address business outcomes.

End-to-End Sales Ownership : Lead the full sales cycle—from prospecting and opportunity identification to proposal development, RFI / RFP responses, negotiation, and closure.

Pipeline Development : Collaborate with IBM’s internal teams (technical specialists, partners, and other sales professionals) to execute sales campaigns and drive qualified pipeline growth.

Strategic Engagement : Engage with decision-makers at various levels, including CIOs and C-suite executives, to establish IBM as a long-term, value-driven partner.

Who You Are

You are a results-driven sales professional with a passion for data and AI technologies. You’re comfortable engaging at all levels of an organization and thrive in a consultative, collaborative sales environment. You enjoy helping clients solve complex business problems while driving digital transformation.

Required technical and professional expertise

Minimum of 3 years of experience in IT sales, consulting, or business process technology

Proven track record of at least 3 years in client relationship management and consistently meeting or exceeding sales quotas

In-depth knowledge of IBM’s strategic solutions and the broader enterprise software ecosystem, with at least 3 years of relevant experience

Demonstrated success in selling to major enterprise clients, including engagement at the CIO / CXO level

Strong business acumen with the ability to lead high-level strategic conversations with clients

Expertise in account planning, deal strategy, negotiation, and effective time management

Familiarity with cloud technologies and platforms (e.g., IBM Cloud, AWS, Azure, GCP)

Experience selling Data and / or AI-driven solutions

Preferred technical and professional experience

Strong understanding of line-of-business operations and problem-solving skills

Executive presence with excellent verbal and written communication abilities

Commercial mindset with experience supporting full-cycle sales engagements, including contract negotiation

Solutions-oriented with a track record of successful prospecting into new clients and buyer personas

Ability to mentor and coach individuals at various stages of development

Comfortable working in a fast-paced, entrepreneurial environment

Outstanding organizational, presentation, and time management skills

Quick learner with the ability to apply product knowledge effectively

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, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, 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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