Principal Solution Engineer

Salesforce, Inc..; London; On-site; GBP 45,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dynamic Solution Consultant to lead the transformation of customer experiences through innovative Salesforce solutions. This role involves collaborating with key decision makers, developing compelling demonstrations, and driving the adoption of cutting-edge technologies like AI. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in solution engineering, particularly within the automotive sector, and possess exceptional communication and presentation skills. Join a forward-thinking company that values initiative and offers opportunities for growth and development in a vibrant, team-oriented environment.

Qualifications

• Experience in solution engineering or consultancy for enterprise software.
• Strong interest in technology and sharing knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Develop and present innovative customer solutions to key decision makers.
• Coordinate the entire solution cycle with Salesforce product teams.
• Articulate the benefits of Salesforce to various customer levels.

Skills

Solution Engineering

Consultancy

Presentation Skills

Communication Skills

Time Management

Problem Solving

Team Collaboration

Understanding of Automotive Industry

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Job description

We're Salesforce, the Customer Company, inspiring the future of business with AI + Data + CRM. Leading with our core values, we help companies across every industry blaze new trails and connect with customers in a whole new way. And, we empower you to be a Trailblazer, too - driving your performance and career growth, charting new paths, and improving the state of the world. If you believe in business as the greatest platform for change and in companies doing well and doing good - you've come to the right place.

What is a Solution Consultant at Salesforce?

Also known as a "Presales Consultant," "Sales Consultant," or "Sales Engineer," the Solution Consultant is responsible for leading the solution evaluation throughout the sales cycle and delivering thought leadership to companies to transform their customer’s experience. You will be responsible for developing innovative demonstrations and proof of concepts to prove the value of Salesforce solutions within the context of our customers' needs.
You will have a proven track record of building innovative multi-product solutions that co-exist with our customers' existing environments.
Being able to translate our customers' business goals into a working demonstrable vision will be a key skill.

Your Responsibilities:

• Develop and present innovative customer solutions to key decision makers to address their business issues and needs whilst showing business value.
• Coordinate and own the entire solution cycle through close collaboration with other Salesforce product teams.
• Incorporate and develop a point of view based on Salesforce’s (or similar) solutions.
• Clearly articulate the benefits of Salesforce to customers at all levels, including Administration/IT Staff, managers, and "C" level executives.
• Develop new go-to-market propositions that reflect changing market demands, such as how AI can benefit our industries.
• Display initiative and self-motivation while delivering high-quality results and meeting expectations for both internal and external customers.
• Have a strong interest in growing your career and participating in our internal training programs and mentorship initiatives.

Personality Attributes/Experience:

• Experience will be evaluated based on alignment to the core competencies for the role (e.g., extracurricular leadership roles, military experience, volunteer work, etc.).
• This role is within our Automotive sector to help lead UK OEM and Retailer organisations to implement Digital Transformation strategies and deliver more success to their customers. An understanding of these industries is essential.
• Awareness of industry trends, challenges, and common business solutions in use for both Auto OEMs and retailers.
• Track record of solution engineering, consultancy, or delivery for an enterprise software solution organisation that works within the Auto industry. We are open to a variety of backgrounds for the role.
• Solid oral, written, presentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Proven time management skills in a dynamic team environment.
• Ability to work as part of a team to solve problems in multifaceted, energizing environments.
• Inquisitive, practical, and passionate about technology and sharing knowledge.
• Good at searching out information and experimenting; likes to concentrate on a particular topic and solve puzzles.
• Good at explaining ideas and finding ways to keep people’s attention.
• Willing and able to travel as needed.