Role Description
The Strategic Account Executive will drive strategic growth for SHI International by developing and expanding relationships with Indian-based Global System Integrators (GSIs), including TCS, Wipro, and HCL. This role requires a proven ability to build executive-level relationships, influence complex buying decisions, and create joint go-to-market strategies that unlock significant revenue opportunities. This is a remote position with a home office setup; however, it is required to reside in the United States to support business needs. Up to 50% of travel is required for this position.
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Strategic Account Development:
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Identify, engage, and grow partnerships with TCS, Wipro, and HCL to influence global IT spend and drive SHI’s solutions portfolio.
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Develop and execute account plans aligned with SHI’s global sales strategy and GSI objectives.
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Pipeline & Opportunity Management:
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Build and manage a robust pipeline of opportunities through proactive outreach, networking, and collaboration with SHI’s internal teams.
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Leverage SHI’s sales management platforms to track progress and ensure attainment of quarterly and annual targets.
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Relationship Building:
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Establish trusted advisor relationships with senior stakeholders at GSIs, including executive management, technology leadership, and sourcing teams.
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Collaborate with SHI Account Executives, Technical Strategists, and OEM partners to deliver integrated solutions.
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Solution Positioning:
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Promote SHI’s full portfolio of IT infrastructure, cloud, cybersecurity, and services offerings.
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Align solutions with customer business objectives and IT priorities.
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Cross-Functional Collaboration:
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Work closely with internal support teams, marketing, and partner alliances to execute joint initiatives and events.
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Influence internal stakeholders to prioritize GSI strategies and resources.
Qualifications
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Expertise in client relationship building and new business development - Intermediate
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Ability to cold call and create new business opportunities - Intermediate
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Ability to identify, create, develop, and manage high-impact sales opportunities and lead a team to achieve and exceed sales targets - Intermediate
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The capability to identify potential clients, effectively negotiate terms, and successfully finalize business transactions - Intermediate
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The understanding of key business principles and practices to make informed and effective decisions that contribute to organizational success - Intermediate
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The ability to efficiently manage tasks and projects by prioritizing responsibilities and effectively utilizing time to achieve objectives - Intermediate
Requirements
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Completed Bachelor’s Degree or relevant work experience required
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Minimum 3-5 years of successful sales experience
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Minimum 50% time outside of an office setting meeting with existing and potential customers
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Travel to customer sites within dedicated territory
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Travel to SHI, Partner, and Customer Events
Benefits
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Medical, vision, dental, 401K, and flexible spending