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Job Summary

As a Pre-Sales Consultant at SoftwareOne, you will play a critical role in driving sales success through effective problem-solving using technology solutions. Strong expertise in finding opportunities for cross-selling and upselling with a Security focus so it will require someone experienced with multiple publishers.

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Preferred location is Milwaukee/Chicago.

Role & Responsibilities

ÌýScoping and Sizing OpportunitiesÌý

  • Collaborate closely with the sales team and clients to comprehensively assess requirements, objectives, and constraints.Ìý
  • Conduct product demonstrations and technical presentations to prospective clients, showcasing the security solutionsâ€� features, functionality, and business benefits.
  • Use analytical skills to scope and size opportunities effectively, ensuring alignment with client expectations and organizational capabilities.Ìý

Solution Design and Proposal DevelopmentÌý

  • Act as a trusted advisor, providing insights and guidance on the most suitable solutions to address client challenges and achieve desired outcomes.Ìý
  • Draft clear and comprehensive statements of work (SOWs) that outline project deliverables, timelines, and terms of engagement.Ìý

Sales Support and CollaborationÌý

  • Provide guidance and support to the sales team throughout the sales cycle, from initial discovery to solution design and proposal development.Ìý
  • Proactively find opportunities for cross-selling or upselling additional products or services to existing clients.Ìý
  • Collaborate with the sales team to develop strategies and initiatives aimed at improving revenue and enhancing client satisfaction.Ìý
  • Require someone who not only has security experience but also Microsoft Security knowledge.

Margin Definition and AlignmentÌý

  • Work in tandem with the sales team to define margins for proposed solutions, ensuring profitability while remaining competitive in the market.Ìý
  • Maintain a keen awareness of pricing strategies and market dynamics to optimize margins and drive business growth.Ìý

Quoting for Strategic, Complex RequestsÌý

  • Take ownership of crafting quotes for strategic and complex client requests, demonstrating attention to detail and a thorough understanding of client needs.Ìý
  • Coordinate with internal team members to ensure the accuracy, feasibility, and competitiveness of proposed solutions.Ìý

Creation and Maintenance of Solution CollateralsÌý

  • Develop and maintain a comprehensive repository of solution collaterals, including presentations, case studies, white papers, and other relevant materials.Ìý
  • Regularly update collaterals to reflect the latest product features, benefits, and success stories, supporting sales efforts and enhancing client engagement.Ìý

Success Criteria

  • Margin as soldÌý
  • ISV/category growthÌý
  • Win-rate of registered dealsÌý
  • Renewal rate on enterprise/corporate accountsÌý

Organizational Alignment

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  • The Presales Consultant reports to the Director, Presales and is part of the sales organization.Ìý
  • Collaborate with field sellers to assist in closing sales deals.Ìý
  • Collaborate with delivery teams to ensure Margin as Sold aligns with Margin as Delivered.Ìý

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What we offer�

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  • Generous pay with bonus structureÌý
  • Independent environment without a lot of red tape where you are empowered to make decisionsÌý
  • Substantial benefits package that includes:Ìý
  • Full suite of medical coverage with A+ carriers, Dental, and Vision with strong employer contributionsÌýÌý
  • Additional voluntary coverage available for Pets, Identity Theft Protection, Accident & Critical IllnessÌý
  • 401k program with employer matching 50% up to the first 10% of employee’s contributionsÌý
  • Wellness plan that includes credits to premiums and employer contributions towards the savings plan of your choiceÌý
  • Access to EAP and concierge servicesÌý
  • Pre-paid legal at no costÌý
  • Abundant time off that includes paid holidays, floating holidays, your birthday off, a volunteer day, and discretionary time off (DTO)Ìý
  • Employee stock purchase planÌý
  • Learning and development opportunities galoreÌý
  • Tuition reimbursementÌý
  • And much more!Ìý
  • Specific to Milwaukee-based office employees: company-paid parkingÌý

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  • Winning culture, inclusive environment, and friendly people all over the worldÌý
  • A remote-friendly organization, with colleagues working remotely either part or full-timeÌý

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As a culture-first organization, being together is how we learn and grow. We come together in person for at least 3 days for collaboration, support, and to have some fun. Where there is no physical location, we give all our employees an equal cultural experience through a remote setting.Ìý

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