Security Software Sales Specialist- Midwest

Job description

Introduction
At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk.

Your Role and Responsibilities

As a Brand Sales Specialist - Security Software, you are IBM’s account executive responsible for the security software business across a territory of named accounts in the US National Market, Midwest Region. You will play a pivotal role in driving our security software solutions with existing and new clients.

Job responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
·  Develop and execute sales strategies to meet and exceed revenue targets for IBM Security Software
·  Demonstrating knowledge of IBM’s security portfolio and effectively communicating their value to clients
·  Collaborating with cross-functional teams such as technical experts, SME, and architects to drive successful sales outcomes.
·  Identifying and engaging existing and potential clients to understand their security challenges, controls, and policies and aligning how IBM’s security portfolio can meet these requirements.
·  Ability to engage and understand business outcomes across a wide range of roles within an organization (Technical to C-level)
·  Build and maintain a trusted advisor relationship with existing and new clients to foster long-term partnerships.
·  Conduct qualification calls, presentations, pricing, and deal negotiations with clients while showcasing the value of IBM’s Security solutions to new and prospective clients.
·  Proactively identify and build new sales opportunities and successfully manage them through the sales process.
·  Participate in industry events, conferences, and networking activities to promote IBM’s security software portfolio.
·  Maintain accurate sales records and reporting through internal tools (CRM).
Key Attributes:
·  Results Driven: A initiative-taker with a strong drive for achieving and exceeding sales targets and contributing to the overall success of the team.
·  Strong Communication Skills: Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills.
·  Problem- Solving: Proactively identifying creative solutions to internal or client challenges to drive overall success.
·  Customer Centric: Demonstrated commitment to understanding and addressing client pain points and providing an exceptional experience with IBM.
·  Leadership: Ability to take the initiative, lead discussions, and influence decision-making processes to drive successful sales outcomes.

Preferred Location: Kansas City, MO, St. Louis, MO; Oklahoma City, OK; or surrounding metropolitan areas and be able to travel throughout the region.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

·  Sales experience, preferably in the IT or cybersecurity industry, with a focus on selling enterprise-level security solutions.
·  Process oriented and able to use an industry-recognized sales methodology for opportunity and sales cycle management.
·  Exceptional verbal, written, and presentation skills.

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

·  Proven track record selling enterprise-level security solutions.
·  Minimum 3+ years in an enterprise level account management role.