State and Local Software Sales Executive IBM

Are you a seasoned sales professional with a passion for driving IBM business growth in the U.S. state and local government sector by building relationships with key decisionmakers and navigating complex procurement processes

As a public sector solution provider Four Inc. empowers our clients with the tools to meet todays challenges and future proof for the challenges of tomorrow.Four Inc. is an IBM Platinum Business Partner specializing in delivering transformative technology solutions to public sector organizations. Our team combines deep expertise in IBMs software portfolio with an understanding of state and local government enabling us to provide tailored solutions that drive innovation and operational excellence.

Job Responsibilities:

We are seeking a resultsdriven SLED Software Sales Executive to lead sales initiatives meet and exceed sales targets and expand our footprint in the public sector market while driving netnew growth in the SLG space. In this role youll play a pivotal role in driving our IBM business forward in the U.S. State & Local government market. Youll have the opportunity to engage with key agency stakeholders understand their needs and develop tailored solutions to address their challenges by leveraging IBMs industryleading software solutionssuch as AI cloud data analytics sustainability and automation. You will be instrumental in identifying opportunities building relationships and pipeline and delivering highimpact solutions that align with SLED priorities. Responsibilities include:

• Develop and implement a strategic sales plan targeting state and local government agencies within your assigned territory to execute and exceed sales goals.
• Drive netnew sales of IBMs software solutions including Watson AI Cloud Pak Sustainability Red Hat data analytics and automation tools through consultative selling and solutiondriven approaches.
• Qualify and progress leads and opportunities through the sales cycle to closure while accurately tracking and reporting all opportunities pipeline and bookings to Sales Leadership.
• Build and maintain strong relationships with government leaders CIOs IT managers and other decisionmakers. Preference given to sellers that already have an established book of business in the SLG space.
• Act as a trusted advisor by understanding client challenges regulatory compliance requirements purchasing vehicles and funding sources.
• Present customtailored solutions that leverage IBMs software products to meet clients needs in areas such as public safety citizen engagement infrastructure lifecycle asset management and digital transformation.
• Partner with IBM sales and technical teams as well as other ecosystem partners to deliver comprehensive solutions.
• Work closely with internal marketing presales and delivery teams to ensure seamless and client satisfaction.
• Understands SLG procurement cycles and funding mechanisms to proactively position solutions. Stays informed about industryspecific state and local government regulations and compliance requirements that may impact sales activities ensuring that all engagements are compliant.
• Proactively identifies and respond to RFPs and other government procurement opportunities ideally driving the sale before RFP publication.
• Manage and report sales activity through CRM tools maintaining accurate forecasts and meeting revenue targets.

Required Skills/Qualifications:

• Minimum 5 years of software sales experience with at least 3 years of focus on state and local government end users. The ideal candidate would have experience covering SLED in any of the following states: VA. MD NJ IL FL or WA
• Proven track record of success in achieving or exceeding sales targets in a solutionselling environment.
• Experience with target account selling solution selling and consultative sales techniques.
• Familiarity with IBMs software portfolio (or comparable platforms) including AI cloud and data solutions.
• Deep understanding of public sector procurement cycles and funding sources.
• Strong communication presentation and negotiation skills.

Preferred:

• Experience working at IBM and or for an IBM Business Partner or reseller organization in a SLED Account Management/Executive capacity.
• Knowledge of government priorities such as digital transformation cybersecurity and operational efficiency.
• Bachelors degree in business technology or a related field.

Required Experience:

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