Director of Business Development for Strategic Accounts (Video Security)

Motorola Solutions; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Incentive Bonus Plans

Medical, Dental, Vision benefits

401K with Company Match

Job summary

Motorola Solutions, a global leader in mission-critical communications, seeks a Director of Business Development for Strategic Accounts in the US. You will lead a high-performing team focused on strategic accounts, build executive relationships, and drive revenue through multi-line solution sales across the commercial and enterprise sectors.

You will coach sales, engineering, and market experts, align strategies with market trends, and partner with Global Sales to execute plans while traveling

Qualifications

• 7+ years of Video Security Solutions or Sales experience.
• 3+ years of Leadership experience.
• Strong understanding of partner sales model and MSI ecosystem.
• Strong executive presence with cross-functional teams.
• Proven record of delivering sales results and building relationships.

Responsibilities

• Lead a team in managing strategic partner accounts and drive business across multiple lines of solution sales.
• Coach and manage team members, set quarterly and annual goals and track progress using Salesforce and other tools.
• Develop and implement a comprehensive sales strategy for assigned strategic accounts.
• Cultivate and nurture key accounts, channel partners, and stakeholders to drive growth.
• Develop accurate sales forecasts and provide leadership with insights on performance and market trends.

Skills

Video security sales

Leadership

Partner sales

Ecosystem knowledge

Executive presence

Technical acumen

Sales track record

Job description

Company Overview

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) is a global leader in mission-critical communications and analytics. In our video security and access control (VS&A) portfolio, we develop and manufacture video analytics, network video management software and hardware, surveillance cameras, and access control solutions. Motorola’s Avigilon Unity, Alta, and Pelco solutions have been installed at thousands of customer sites, including school campuses, transportation systems, healthcare centers, public venues, critical infrastructure, prisons, factories, casinos, airports, financial institutions, government facilities, and retailers. At Motorola Solutions, we create technologies our customers refer to as their lifeline. Our technology platforms in mission-critical communications, command center software, and video security and analytics, bolstered by managed and support services, make cities safer and help communities and businesses thrive. At Motorola Solutions, we are ushering in a new era in public safety and security.

Job Description

The Director of Business Development for Strategic Accounts is a dynamic and results-oriented growth leader who will be pivotal in driving new revenue. This role will be at the forefront of developing and executing effective sales strategies, building and managing an exceptional team of sales, engineering and market experts and fostering invaluable relationships with channel partners and end user organizations. This role will be responsible but not limited to the following: Lead a team in managing strategic partner account, building executive-level relationships within the defined set of accounts and driving business through multiple lines of solution sales. Coach and manage team members, setting clear quarterly and annual business goals, utilizing Salesforce and other business tools to manage and track progress of team members' goals. Focus on the continuous improvement of the team, identifying the need for ongoing training, and provide recommendations to management. Develop and implement a comprehensive sales strategy for assigned strategic accounts, aligning it with our overall business objectives and leveraging market trends. Cultivate and nurture key accounts, strategic partners, channel partners, and influential stakeholders within the commercial and enterprise sectors, fostering lasting relationships that drive business growth. Develop accurate sales forecasts and regular reports, providing valuable insights on sales performance, pipeline, and market trends to the leadership team. Promote, train, and sell MSI’s products and services through direct customer contact within the assigned geographic territory and accounts. Work with Global Sales Team members to execute and complete business plans for assigned accounts. Work to identify new markets, partnering opportunities with accounts, new business plans, and objectives. Other duties as assigned.

Specific Knowledge & Skills

• 7+ years of video security solutions or sales experience.
• 3+ years of leadership experience required.
• Extensive knowledge of the partner sales model and how partners benefit from their relationship with MSI.
• Seeking a thorough understanding of Motorola Solutions’ ecosystem.
• Strong executive presence with experience working with cross-functional teams.
• Strong technical acumen and ability to speak about our products and solutions.
• Proven record of achievement in delivering sales results and developing collaborative relationships.
• A strong understanding of our go-to-market strategy and sales philosophy is required.
• Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills.
• Time management skills are required, and candidates must have the ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex, fast-paced environment.
• Willingness to travel up to 80% of the time.
• Travel is throughout North America.

Target Base Salary Range

$125,000 - $135,000 USD

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

Basic Requirements

• 7+ years of Video Security Solutions or Sales experience
• 3+ years of Leadership experience

Travel Requirements

Over 50%

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced Referral Payment Plan Yes

Our U.S. Benefits include

Incentive Bonus Plans Medical, Dental, Vision benefits 401K with Company Match 10 Paid Holidays Generous Paid Time Off Packages Employee Stock Purchase Plan Paid Parental & Family Leave and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world.

If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team. We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.

MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS OVERVIEW

At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. We build and connect technologies to help protect people, property and places. Our solutions foster the collaboration that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals, safer businesses, and ultimately, safer nations. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future. Learn more at www.motorolasolutions.com. If you are a current Motorola Solutions employee, please click this link to apply through your Workday account.