Introduction
IBM Global Markets team is looking for a Storage Brand Sales specialist to join their IBM Storage team, focused on Bank of Montreal & TD Bank. IBM data storage provides simple hybrid storage solutions that address all modern data requirements. In this role you will be helping clients to store more data, gain faster insights by applying AI and big data, improve data mobility and improve cyber resiliency and data protection. 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

• Selling the entire IBM Storage portfolio including HW and SW into IBM\xe2\x80\x99s Signature Accounts \xe2\x80\x93 BMO & TD Bank
• Actively engage with clients to develop the trust and credibility to help them grow their businesses by solving strategic and tactical business problems with IBM\xe2\x80\x99s proven cognitive and cloud technology solutions.
• Use business/technical acumen to understand the client\'s business/technical requirements, and/or competitive landscape. Sales Do-er/hunter role
• Work with IBM client teams, IBM Business Partners and other IBM brand sellers to identify, develop and progress a robust opportunity pipeline.
• Collaborate, Architect with IBM Hardware / Software and Services teams to define, design, and detail the aspects and feasibility of proposed integrated solutions and Sales Business Development.
• Work with the technical team to deliver effective Proof of Concept (POC), Proof of Technology (POT), support critical situations.

Preferred Technology Background:

• Knowledge of multiple Hybrid Storage Cloud Solutions (ie: EMC, HDS, NetApp, Veeam, Cohesity, Pure Storage)

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

• At least 5 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience in technology infrastructure sales
• At least 5 years\xe2\x80\x99 experience selling storage hardware and/or software solutions in Hybrid Cloud Environments and Container Based development environments.
• Ability to manage large territory across multiple provinces.
• Excellent communication skills written, verbal, and presentation skills.
• Ability to converse and consult with customers, providing educational value during the process and prioritize customer requirements.
• Ability to converse and consult with multiple partners and distributors to device partner strategy and manage channel go to market.
• Develop sales strategies that clearly define customer goals and metrics for success
• Demonstrable record of sales success against quota
• A self-starter who\'s curious and that is not afraid of a challenge while challenging other around them.
• An individual who has relentless focus on growing your client group.
  

Preferred Technical and Professional Expertise

• Knowledge of IBM Storage Portfolio, IBM Cloud and Redhat
• Selling Competitive Landscape - Dell EMC, Pure, HPE, Cohesity, Veeam, Amazon, Google, AWS
• AI/Machine Learning/ Big Data Background
• Experience with Salesforce
• MEDDIC selling methodology

About Business Unit IBM has a global presence, operating in more than 175 countries with a broad-based geographic distribution of revenue. The company\xe2\x80\x99s Global Markets organization is a strategic sales business unit that manages IBM\xe2\x80\x99s global footprint, working closely with dedicated country-based operating units to serve clients locally. These country teams have client relationship managers who lead integrated teams of consultants, solution specialists and delivery professionals to enable clients\xe2\x80\x99 growth and innovation. By complementing local expertise with global experience and digital capabilities, IBM builds deep and broad-based client relationships. This local management focus fosters speed in supporting clients, addressing new markets and making investments in emerging opportunities. Additionally, the Global Markets organization serves clients with expertise in their industry as well as through the products and services that IBM and partners supply. IBM is also expanding its reach to new and existing clients through digital marketplaces.


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Location Statement Must have the ability to work in Canada without sponsorship.

For additional information about location requirements, please discuss with the recruiter following submission of your application.


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