Senior Account Manager, Federal

Overview:

At Zebra we are a community of innovators who come together to create new ways of working. United by curiosity and a culture of caring we develop smart solutions that anticipate our customers and partners needs and solve their challenges.

Being part of Zebra Nation means you are seen heard valued and respected. Drawing from our unique perspectives we collaborate to deliver on our purpose. Here you are part of a team pushing boundaries today to redefine the work of tomorrow for organizations their employees and those they serve.

Youll have opportunities to learn and lead in a forward-thinking environment defining your path to a fulfilling career while channeling your skills toward causes you care aboutlocally and globally.

Come make an impact every day at Zebra.

What Were Looking For:

Takes ownership of assigned Federal Government end-user account(s); develops and executes sales strategy for assigned account(s) with managers input; develops strong relationships with key customer contacts and leverages to Zebras advantage; creates and delivers high impact sales presentations and capable of product training; often used for those with strong technical background but limited sales experience or strong sales with limited product/market understanding. Develops and executes sales strategies with minimal input from manager for a higher level of financial responsibility; proactively sells solutions encompassing a wide range of products or services; as required leverages relationships with other business units and/or external partners to deliver solution; Develops strong relationships with key decision makers and influencers; Initiates and leads customer presentations and value proposition creation.

This is a remote role and the candidate must reside in the US near/around Washington DC metro or surrounding areas with the ability to travel 50%.

Knowledge/Expertise

Technical Skills - Uses advanced domain / solutions knowledge to competitive advantage

Knowledge of Zebra - Provides input into development of business products/services; understands and follows multi-business protocols

Sales Skills Develops and adapts advanced sales strategies to unique customer needs; creates customer partnerships.

Managerial Skills - Often leads others in their development; provides input to policies and practices

Business Acumen - Develops business solutions and directly addresses financial issues resulting in profitable revenue growth for Zebra; able to coordinate and present complete complex solutions that meet customer needs and beat competition

Market/customer Knowledge Acts as a resource to customers based on intimate knowledge of relevant industries and needs. Previous experience selling into Federal Government Civilian agency end users preferred. Previous focus on DoI DoS DoE DHS preferred.

Solution Complexity/Strategic Thinking

Nature of Problems Solved Solves complex problems which may require unique solutions (e.g. unique applications of existing technologies) that are used across the business in similar situations Role in Addressing Problems Leads problem resolution identifies appropriate resources develops contingency plans

Complexity of Solutions Typically medium to high complexity; has several complex projects all which require unique coordination of technical resources; multi-country issues may be involved

Freedom to Act

Level of Guidance Demonstrates wide latitude for decisive action which could impact business initiatives/programs; exercises independent judgment within broadly defined practices/policies in selecting approach and technique

Takes Direction From Manager and Business Unit Directors

Customer Interface

Role Often leads semi-formal teams or significant portions of a large permanent team

Level of Customer Contact Multiple decision makers and influencers for large deals with complexity

Main Level of Interaction Leads negotiations on complex deals which may be primarily technical financial or both

Required Knowledge of Customer Industry strategies and customer positioning; customer financials and business drivers

Accountability

Business and Financial Impact Responsible for revenue attainment margins where appropriate and personal expenses

Relative Size and Scope Average to high individual quota for business in like roles or strategic growth potential to be there within a year or two

Types of Projects Moderately complex deals with a few large complex deals

Strategic Impact for Zebra High in near term; medium in mid-term

Note: The statements herein are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees and are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of responsibilities duties abilities and skills required of personnel so classified.

Minimum Requirements:

• Bachelors or equivalent experience

• 5 years of selling technical solutions to US Federal Government agencies

• Preferred location in the US near/around Washington DC metro or surrounding areas or within a Zebra office location with the ability to travel 50%

Preferred Qualifications:

• Demonstrated success selling into and supporting key federal agencies specifically the DoS DoI DHS DoE

• Knowledge of government contracts/budgeting highlysought after

• Experience selling mobile technology solutions or(handhelds printers tablets) and/or RFID a strong differentiator

• Must be comfortable selling in a highly technical environment and possess sophisticated technical comprehension

• Demonstrated ability to develop and adapt advanced sales strategies to unique customer needs and advance partner relationships

• Uses advanced domain/solutions knowledge to competitive advantage

• Develops and adapts advanced sales strategies to unique customer needs; creates customer partnerships

• Often leads others in their development; provides input to policies and practices

• Understanding of government contracting rules and processes as well as industry hardware certifications is beneficial.

Equal Opportunity Employer:

Zebra is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity national origin disability and protected veteran status or any other basis prohibited by law. If you are an individual with a disability and need assistance in applying for a position please contact us at

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will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process to perform essential job functions and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation.

Pay Range:

$95920.00 - $143880.00 Annual

Incentive Compensation:

In addition to base pay Zebra offers this role an opportunity to earn variable compensation in the form of commission for achieving quota at 67% in accordance with the terms of the applicable sales incentive plan.

Zebra Total Rewards:

Zebra Total Rewards includes more than just pay and is structured to meet the needs of our changing global business and evolving talent. We are committed to providing our employees with a benefits program that is comprehensive and competitive including healthcare wellness inclusion networks and continued learning and development offerings. We offer community service days in addition to the traditional insurances compensation parental leave employee assistance program and paid time off offerings depending on the country where you work.

Salary offered will vary depending on your location job-related skills knowledge and experience.

Additionally all Zebra roles are eligible for cash incentive programs. For example sales roles have additional opportunity to earn substantial variable compensation tied to quota most other roles the Zebra annual cash incentive program links Company and individual performance together. Some roles may also be eligible for long-term incentive equity awards.

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