Key Account Manager (Cloud Service Providers) - REMOTE OPPORTUNITY

CoolIT Systems; United States; Remote; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An exciting opportunity awaits with a leading provider of scalable liquid cooling technology. As a Key Account Manager, you will play a crucial role in managing key client relationships, driving revenue growth, and contributing to the success of the data center industry. This remote position allows you to engage with hyperscale customers, understand their unique needs, and offer tailored solutions. Join a rapidly growing organization recognized for its innovation and excellence, and make a significant impact in a dynamic field. If you are passionate about technology and eager to drive success, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• 5-7 years of experience in key account management or sales in the data center industry.
• Strong technical understanding of data center operations and cooling solutions.

Responsibilities

• Build and maintain strategic relationships with key cloud service providers.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, delivering exceptional service.
• Develop account management plans for hyperscale accounts.

Skills

Key Account Management

Business Development

Sales

Data Center Operations

Communication Skills

Technical Acumen

Presentation Skills

Knowledge of IT Markets

Negotiation Skills

Education

Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering

Bachelor’s Degree in Business Administration

Bachelor’s Degree in Commerce

Job description

Key Account Manager (Cloud Service Providers) - REMOTE OPPORTUNITY

ABOUT COOLIT SYSTEMS INC.
Founded in Calgary, Alberta in 2001, CoolIT Systems is the leading Direct Liquid Cooling technology provider for data centers, supercomputers, and desktop computers. We design and manufacture solutions used by the largest tech companies globally.

Recognized as one of “The Americas’ Fastest Growing Companies 2023” by Financial Times and honored with the Deloitte Fast 50 Clean Technology award in 2022, as well as the Deloitte Fast 500 distinction in both 2021 and 2022, CoolIT's rapid growth is capturing global attention.

As demand for generative AI, high performance computing and cloud solutions rapidly expands, there has never been a more exciting time to join our team.

WHAT YOU’LL DO:

The Role:

This is an exciting opportunity with CoolIT Systems, the leading provider of scalable liquid cooling technology, as a Key Account Manager for hyperscale customers. In this role, you'll contribute to our continued growth and success by managing key client relationships and driving revenue and market share. Join our rapidly growing organization and make an impact in the data center industry.

This role is remote in the USA.

Responsibilities:

• Build and maintain strong strategic relationships with key cloud service providers.
• Understand client needs and our competitive positioning, challenges, and goals to offer tailored solutions for their cooling requirements to enable growth in sales.
• Act as the main point of contact for clients, delivering exceptional service and support while identifying growth opportunities and nurturing leads into long-term partnerships.
• Achieve CoolIT's program pipeline and forecast targets.
• Create account management plans for hyperscale accounts with double-digit revenue growth.
• Demonstrate technical expertise in data center operations and cooling solutions.
• Develop and maintain strong strategic relationships with key clients in the hyperscale data center industry.
• Collaborate internally to ensure successful project execution from initial discussions to delivery and implementation.
• Stay up to date on industry trends, competition, and emerging technologies in data center cooling.
• Provide market insights and customer feedback to guide product development and innovation.
• Support the commercial aspects of key accounts, such as program pipeline, product pricing, schedules, and escalations.
• Act as a strong advocate for customers within the company, ensuring high customer satisfaction.
• Work closely with the Marketing team to create top-notch sales materials and proposals.
• Engage and learn from the Product and Engineering teams to develop a deep understanding of our hardware and services.
• Lead review and negotiation of customer contracts and manage inputs from stakeholders to drive execution of contracts.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and procedures.
• Potential for international travel up to 20%.

WHO YOU ARE:

Basic Qualifications:

• Proven 5-7 years of experience in key account management, business development, or sales in the hyperscale data center industry or related technology sectors.
• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering, Business Administration, Commerce, or equivalent.
• Strong technical acumen with a solid understanding of data center operations and cooling solutions.
• Knowledge of data center and IT markets.

PreferredQualifications:

• Awareness of data center cooling strategies is considered a strong asset.

Skills:

• Excellent communication and presentation skills.
• Proven track record of meeting and exceeding sales targets and objectives.
• Ability to travel as required for client meetings and industry events.
• Passionate about new technologies.
• A self-motivated individual with a thirst for knowledge that moves fast.

WHY COOLIT?

We strive to be an employer of choice and as such we believe in rewarding our employees with career and development opportunities that will maintain and strengthen our culture while aligning to our vision and values.

We thank every candidate in advance, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

Successful candidates for this position will be required to undergo background checks including criminal records check and education.