Sales Operations Manager - Cloud and AI Sales

Cisco; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 101,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading tech company is seeking a Sales Operations Manager for its Cloud and AI Sales team in Raleigh. The ideal candidate will be a proactive leader with strong experience in demand generation and campaign management, collaborating closely with various internal and external stakeholders to drive the success of global sales initiatives.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in demand generation or marketing operations.
• Strong knowledge of marketing automation tools and procurement systems.
• Ability to manage multiple projects and stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of global sales programs.
• Manage campaigns execution plans with cross-functional teams.
• Oversee vendor engagement and procurement processes.

Skills

Project Management

Communication

Problem Solving

Collaboration

Tools

Marketing Automation Tools

Procurement Systems

Job description

Sales Operations Manager - Cloud and AI Sales

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Base pay range

$101,500.00/yr - $134,000.00/yr

The application window is expected to close on: 6/13/25

Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Meet the Team

When you work with us, you'll be part of a highly empowered collaborative team who's passionate about growing Cisco's Cloud and AI (CAI) infrastructure business.

Your Impact

We need a highly organized and proactive Sales Operations Manager to join the Cloud & AI Sales Enablement team. In this role, you will lead the planning, execution, and operational management of global sales programs that support our CAI go-to-market strategy. This includes cross-functional collaboration with internal stakeholders and external vendors to ensure all campaigns are completed on time, within budget, and aligned with strategic objectives.

• Develop and manage the 6-month global sales campaigns execution plan in partnership with platform, AI, and geo activation leads.
• Collaborate with internal stakeholders to align demand generation and enablement activities with business goals and strategic priorities.
• Lead vendor engagement, including scoping deliverables, acquiring Cisco-compliant Statements of Work, and ensuring alignment with campaign objectives.
• Own the procurement process by submitting SOWs through Ariba/SmartBuy and handling the purchase requisition through purchase order (PO) completion.
• Execute sales program milestones, ensuring campaigns launch on time and meet defined performance benchmarks.
• Oversee post-activity processes, including gathering proof of performance, processing invoices, and managing approvals via internal systems.
  
  

Minimum Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in demand generation, campaign management, or marketing operations.
• Experience working in a large matrixed organization, preferably in the technology or SaaS sector.
• Strong knowledge of marketing automation tools and procurement systems (e.g., Ariba, SmartBuy).
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects, vendors, and stakeholders simultaneously.
• Excellent organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Familiarity with Cloud and AI technologies is a plus
  
  

Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

Cisco is an Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, genetic information, age, disability, veteran status, or any other legally protected basis.

Cisco will consider for employment, on a case by case basis, qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.

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Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Other

• Industries

  Computer Hardware Manufacturing, Software Development, and Computer Networking Products

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