Senior Account Manager

Presidio Networked Solutions, LLC; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Presidio seeks a Sr. Account Manager to lead strategic and core accounts, focusing on cloud solutions with an emphasis on AWS. You will drive sales growth, own account plans, and coordinate delivery with technical teams while traveling up to 30% to meet clients.

Preferred candidates have 5+ years of quota-driven outside sales in related markets and a proven track record in strategic account management within the AWS/Microsoft ecosystem.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience required.
• 5+ years of quota-achieving outside sales experience in the Wisconsin market or similar market, in network, cloud, digital transformation, security, infrastructure, data center, professional services, or managed services.
• Experience in strategic account management, sales, or business development within the AWS or Microsoft ecosystem.

Responsibilities

• StrategicAccountManagement: Develop and maintain deep, strategic relationships with key client stakeholders.
• CustomerEngagement & Account Growth: Nurture relationships, ensure satisfaction, identify upsell opportunities.
• Sales Growth: Identify, pursue, and close new opportunities within strategic accounts with account plans.
• Prospecting New Business: Generate leads and convert prospects into long-term clients.
• Client Engagement: Understand objectives and present solutions aligned with goals.
• Solution Delivery: Collaborate with technical teams on delivery, timelines, budgets, and deliverables.
• Operational Command: Track performance, forecast revenue, analyze account health.
• Collaboration: Work with sales, marketing, and technical experts; partner with AWS, Microsoft, Cisco for joint GTM strategies.

Skills

Strategic account management

Solution selling

Sales skills

Operational skills

Communication

Problem-solving

Team player

Education

Bachelor's degree in business, sales, computer science, engineering, or related field

Job description

Presidio, Where Teamwork and Innovation Shape the Future

At?Presidio, we're at the forefront of a global technology revolution, transforming industries through?cutting-edge digital solutions and next-generation AI. We empower businesses-and their customers-to achieve more through innovation, automation, and intelligent insights.

The Role

Presidio Network Solutions is a leading digital solutions and services provider, helping clients unlock the transformative power of technology. We are seeking an experienced and driven Core Sr. Account Manager to join our team, focusing on strategic and core accounts. This role is pivotal in managing and growing key accounts, driving sales growth, and ensuring the successful delivery of solutions. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in cloud solutions, particularly AWS, and a proven track record of strategic account management.

Travel Requirements

• Ability to travel up to 30%
• Ability to regularly travel for onsite meetings with customers as needed without challenges (up to 30%)

Responsibilities include

• Strategic Account Management: Develop and maintain deep, strategic relationships with key client stakeholders. Serve as the primary point of contact and trusted advisor for strategic customers
• Customer Engagement & Account Growth: Develop and strengthen relationships with existing customers, ensuring high customer satisfaction and identifying upsell/cross-sell opportunities
• Sales Growth: Identify, pursue, and close new business opportunities within strategic accounts. Develop and execute comprehensive account plans to achieve revenue targets
• Prospecting New Business: Identify and engage with prospective customers in target industries, developing new business leads, and converting prospects into long‑term clients
• Client Engagement: Understand the business objectives and challenges of strategic customers. Present and advocate for solutions that align with client goals
• Solution Delivery: Collaborate with technical teams to ensure the successful implementation and delivery of solutions. Oversee project timelines, budgets, and deliverables
• Operational Command: Maintain a strong operational understanding of your accounts, ensuring seamless delivery of services and solutions. Track performance metrics, forecast revenue, and analyze account health
• Collaboration: Work closely with internal teams, including sales, marketing, and technical experts, to develop tailored solutions and compelling proposals
• Collaboration with Partners: Build and maintain relationships with Presidio's technology partners, such as AWS, Microsoft, and Cisco, to create joint go‑to‑market strategies and drive value to your customers
• Reporting: Monitor and report on account performance, sales metrics, and client satisfaction. Provide regular updates and strategic insights to senior management
• Achieve & Exceed Quotas: Meet or exceed your assigned revenue targets and customer engagement goals through proactive relationship management and consultative selling

Required Skills and Professional Experience

• Selling of Professional Services: A proven track record in the sale of professional services to solve customer problems
• Strategic Account Planning: Organizing and leading strategic account planning among Cloud Service Providers and internal Presidio Teams
• Solution Selling: Deep understanding of solving business problems. Ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders
• Sales Skills: Demonstrated success in meeting or exceeding sales targets within strategic accounts. Strong negotiation and deal‑closing abilities
• Operational Skills: Ability to manage multiple accounts with a focus on efficiency, forecasting, and account health tracking

Additional Desired Skills

• Communication: Exceptional verbal and written communication skills. Proven ability to build and sustain strong client relationships at a strategic level
• Problem‑Solving: Excellent analytical and problem‑solving skills. Ability to develop innovative solutions to meet client needs
• Team Player: Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleagues across various departments

Education and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in business, sales, computer science, engineering, or related field, or equivalent experience and/or military experience
• 5+ years of successful quota achieving outside sales experience in the Wisconsin market, ideally in network, cloud, digital transformation, security, infrastructure, data center, professional services, and/or managed services and/or 5+ years of experience in strategic account management, sales, or business development within the AWS or Microsoft ecosystem.

Your future at Presidio

Joining?Presidio?means stepping into a?culture of trailblazers-thinkers, builders, and collaborators-who push the boundaries of what's possible. With our expertise in?AI‑driven analytics, cloud solutions, cybersecurity, and next‑gen infrastructure, we enable businesses to stay ahead in an ever‑evolving digital world.

Here,?your impact is real.?Whether you're harnessing the power of?Generative AI, architecting resilient?digital ecosystems, or driving?data‑driven transformation, you'll be part of a team that is shaping the future.

Ready to innovate? Let's redefine what's next‑together.

About Presidio

Presidio is committed to hiring the most qualified candidates to join our amazing culture. We aim to attract and hire top talent from all backgrounds, including underrepresented and marginalized communities. We encourage women, people of color, people with disabilities, and veterans to apply for open roles at Presidio. Diversity of skills and thought is a key component to our business success. For more information, visit www.presidio.com

Applications will be accepted on a rolling basis.

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