Public Sector and Business Solutions Consultant

TrulyHired; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

SMART Technologies in Houston seeks a Public Sector and Business Solutions Consultant to drive growth across federal, state, and local government and broader commercial initiatives. You will engage with customers, channel partners, distributors, and internal teams to shape roadmaps and guide procurement and implementation.

The role emphasizes solution mapping, events participation, and building strong reseller relationships.

Qualifications

• 5+ years' sales experience in tech, fast-paced environment.
• Ability to work with multiple stakeholders remotely and locally.
• Strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

• Drive growth and solution adoption across public sector and commercial opportunities.
• Manage relationships with resellers and partners to grow non-K12 business.
• Lead participation in Federal events, campaigns, and demand-gen programs.
• Develop customer relations strategies and monitor effectiveness.

Skills

Sales

Public sector

Channel partners

Relationship building

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor degree in education, business, marketing

Job description

Public Sector and Business Solutions Consultant Full Description

Req #: 732

Location: Houston, TX, USA

Posted Friday, October 16, 2026

SMART Technologies is an award-winning company that collaborates with bright minds around the world who believe in the power of innovation. We're large enough to do great things but small enough that you don't get lost in the crowd. Our continued success is possible because of our 'Best in Class' culture and unique talents of every individual at SMART.

Make an impact in education and business and beyond. Be a part of meaningful work that fuels connections across the globe. These are the connections that really matter - and inspire greatness. #WeAreSMART #ConnectionsThatMatter

Purpose of the position

Reporting directly to the Team Lead, Public Sector and Business, your function is a strategic advisor responsible for driving growth, solution adoption, and long-term value across federal, state, and local government opportunities, as well as broader commercial business initiatives. This role engages directly with customers, channel partners, distributors, and internal stakeholders to identify opportunities, shape strategic roadmaps, and guide organizations through complex technology, procurement, and operational landscapes.

The consultant serves as a trusted expert on public sector programs, compliance, procurement vehicles, market trends, and partner ecosystems-while also contributing to business strategy, cross-functional alignment, and enterprise-level initiatives.

Responsibilities & Duties

• Executing against business plan to drive sales to ensure the company successfully meets agreed revenue, profitability and market share targets


• Building relationships with strategically chosen resellers to grow Non-K12 business


• Drive partner participation in Federal events, campaigns, and demand-gen programs.


• Developing and maintaining business relationships within assigned PODs to support sales activities


• Prospecting for new business with channel partners focusing in Higher ED and Fed Gov.


• Developing a customer relations strategy and monitoring effectiveness


• Promoting and raising the profile of SMART solutions to drive brand equity


• Monitor KPIs, sales performance metrics, and report on vertical specifics strategies (Higher Ed and Fed Gov)


• Lead strategic product positioning through advanced workshops, solution mapping, for other SMART Reps


• Travel may be required up to 50% of work time


• A valid passport, or no impediment to obtaining one is required


• Perform other duties as required

Education and work experience

• Degree in education, business, marketing or a related field


• At least 5 years' experience in sales with a successful, fast-paced, technology-driven business


• Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communication skills, and the ability to work effectively with a wide range of individuals and teams both locally and remotely


• Excellent reasoning and problem-solving abilities with a high level of self-motivation


• Strong time management and planning skills


• High degree of comfort operating in a fast-paced environment with changing priorities and deadlines


• Very strong to approach tasks with a positive attitude while focusing on performance and results


• Demonstrated solid experience working with and developing relationships across sales channels and end users

Supervision

• Does not have direct reports


• Travel up to 50%


• A valid passport, or no impediment to obtaining one

At SMART, we are committed to fostering an inclusive, respectful, and equitable workplace where all individuals regardless of race, national or ethnic origin, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, family status, genetic characteristics, or disability can thrive. We welcome applications from all qualified candidates and are proud to be an equal opportunity employer.

Job Details

Job Function: Employee IC

Pay Type: Salary