Acquisition Director

Orange Business; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 180,000 - 320,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Global opportunities

Hybrid work environment

Professional development

Career growth

Health & well-being programs

Rewards programs

Job summary

Orange Business is seeking an Acquisition Director to secure large new logo contracts and drive growth across the Americas. The role focuses on initiating and nurturing relationships at all levels within target multinational accounts and coordinating with IT partners to accelerate business development.

You will develop comprehensive account plans, map corporate objectives, and guide cross-functional pursuits to close high-value deals.

Qualifications

• Proven track record closing large NEW LOGO IT contracts valued over $50 million.
• Strong relationships within large multinational clients and complex US/Global accounts.
• Experience navigating IT and telecom ecosystems and cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Secure new logo contracts with TCV > $20M annually.
• Build deep relationships within target accounts across multiple business units.
• Collaborate with IT partners to enhance business development efforts.
• Develop and maintain strategic account plans and win themes.
• Maintain accurate Salesforce forecasts and drive pursuit strategies.

Skills

New Logo Sales

Strategic account planning

Relationship building

Cloud / cybersecurity / AI

IT telecommunications familiarity

Stakeholder management

Sales forecasting

Tools

Salesforce

Job description

About Us

Join us at Orange Business!

We are a network and digital integrator that understands the entire value chain of the digital world, freeing our customers to focus on the strategic initiatives that shape their business.

Every day, you will collaborate with a team dedicated to providing consistent, sustainable global solutions, no matter where our customers operate. With over 30,000 employees across Asia, the Americas, Africa, and Europe, we offer a dynamic environment to develop and perfect your skills in a field filled with exciting challenges and opportunities.

About The Role

Mission

The primary mission of the Acquisition Director is to secure large new logo contracts ($20m to +$100m) that contribute to Orange Americas overall growth strategy, nurturing partnerships that enhance new logo account penetration and relationships.

Main activities

• Work with a specific set of assigned target accounts to secure new logo contracts valued over $20 million.


• Establish and maintain deep relationships within target accounts, extending beyond traditional IT and telecom roles. The success of this individual will not depend on the volume of customers but the ability to cultivate relationships at all levels and business units within and around the specific target customer.


• Collaborate with IT partners associated with target accounts to enhance business development efforts.


• Develop and maintain comprehensive strategic account plans (relationship mapping, corporate objectives, compelling events, competitive landscape, win themes, etc.) and guide the business development team in executing targeted campaigns.


• Achieve the target of closing minimum one new logo deal per year with a combined TCV Target of $20m while ensuring alignment with broader team objectives.

Dimensions

• People Management:


• While this role does not involve direct reports, effective collaboration and communication with internal teams is essential for driving results and achieving business objectives. Ability to lead matrixed pursuit teams is a must.


• Financial:


• The role is accountable for securing minimum one new logo per year with a contract valued at over $20 million annually, contributing directly to the organization's revenue goals.


• Other:


• Maintaining Salesforce and forecast accuracy is critical.


• Leading pursuit strategies while effectively communicating with internal solutions and presales teams is vital for closure success.


• Align closely with marketing on campaigns, events, account-based marketing, etc. for target accounts

About You

Key Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

• Professional skills:


• You have successfully closed large NEW LOGO IT contracts valued at over $50 million, demonstrating a comprehensive understanding of the sales process.


• You have relationships within our target base of large internationally intense US HQ’d multinationals.


• Your experience in telecommunications allows you to navigate complex global contracts effectively.


• You are strategic and can demonstrate the ability to create deep, multidimensional account plans and corresponding pursuit plans.


• You possess a deep understanding of service management functions, solutions, and delivery in pursuit scenarios.


• Knowledge of Cloud technologies, cybersecurity, and AI enhances your ability to meet client needs.


• Familiarity with working alongside IT integrators is considered advantageous for this role.


• Soft skills:


• You exhibit strong business acumen, enabling informed decision-making and strategy development.


• Your excellent presentation skills allow you to convey information clearly and persuasively to clients and stakeholders.


• You possess a competitive attitude, demonstrating determination in achieving sales goals.


• Your ability to lead internal teams effectively can drive collaborative efforts toward common objectives.

You bring passion, energy, taste for exploration and adaptability. You seek the opportunity to expand your knowledge and develop new skills.

What We Offer

• Global Opportunities: Work in multi-national teams with opportunity to collaborate with colleagues and customers from all over the world.


• Flexible Work Environment: Flexible working hours and possibility to combine work from office and home (hybrid ways of working).


• Professional Development: training programs and upskilling/re-skilling opportunities.


• Career Growth: Internal growth and mobility opportunities within Orange.


• Caring and Daring Culture: Health and well-being programs and benefits, diversity & inclusion initiatives, CSR and employee connect events.


• Reward Programs: Employee Referral Program, Change Maker Awards.

Only Your Skills Matter

Regardless of your age, gender identity, race, ethnic origin, religion/belief, sexual orientation, marital status, neurotype, disability, veteran status or appearance, we encourage diversity within our teams because it is a strength for the collective and a vector of innovation. Orange Group is a disabled-friendly company and equal opportunity employer: don't hesitate to tell us about your specific needs.