Data Center Sales & Business Development Manager Saudi Arabia

Job description

The company built on breakthroughs. Join us. the employer is one of the world’s leading innovators in glass, ceramic, and materials science. From the depths of the ocean to the farthest reaches of space, our technologies push the boundaries of what’s possible. How do we do this? With our people. They break through limitations and expectations - not once in a career, but every day. They help move our company, and the world, forward. You can help connect the unconnected, drive the future of automobiles, transform at-home entertainment, and ensure the delivery of lifesaving medicines. And so much more. Our Optical Communications segment has recently evolved from being a manufacturer of optical fiber and cable, hardware and equipment to being a comprehensive provider of industry-leading optical solutions across the broader communications industry. This segment is classified into two main product groupings - carrier network and enterprise network. The carrier network product group consists primarily of products and solutions for optical-based communications infrastructure for services such as video, data and voice communications. The enterprise network product group consists primarily of optical-based communication networks sold to businesses, governments and individuals for their own use. Data Center Sales & Business Development Manager Purpose of Position: The Data Center markets continue to grow as hyperscale and AI companies deploying GPU compute capacity across the region. This position should maximize sales for the employer Optical Communications in the DC segment within the EMEA market by focusing on Neoclouds, EuroHPC, Sovereign AI deployments and customer through the ecosystem. Identifying, developing and managing the key eco system partner companies delivering the holistic solution to the end customer will be key. Location and Reporting: The position is located in Saudi Arabia. The position reports to the DC Sales Manager Strategic Key Accounts EMEA Responsibilities: • Develop relationships and work closely with the regional AI DC ecosystem to generate leads and opportunities. • Business development within the region. Finding and winning new opportunities within the Neoclouds, EuroHPC and Sovereign AI market. • Account management of allocated major DC accounts operating in EMEA. For other DC accounts, coordinate sales activities with the EMEA wide DC sales team as well as with the Enterprise sales team. • Develop, document, implement and track account plans for specific DC eco system accounts, present progress updates to senior management on a regular basis. • Coordinate opportunity management with the regional Enterprise Sales team in country. • Leverage the entire DC ecosystem (e.g. end-customers, distributors, integrators, consultants) to build a network that can identify opportunities at an early stage. • Coordinate Global account strategies with the Global DC sales team in the US. • Maintain project pipeline and account plans in SFDC-database and provide regular forecasts. • Establish and drive initiatives targeted at the DC market together with the other internal functions (i.e. Marketing, Market Development, Product Line Management, Supply Chain Management and Operations) to improve our total value proposition for this market segment

Requirements

• Technical University Degree or appropriate professional / sales experience
• 5 or more years of sales experience preferably in the Data Centre industry (IT or Cabling industry)
• Excellent English skills
• additional other language skills would be a plus
• A proven track record of business development and exceeding sales targets
• Experience in developing new business with an international client base
• Strong presentation, communication, and negotiation skills
• A result-driven self-starter with an entrepreneurial mindset
• Self-motivated and proactive, with the ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Must be able to work effectively with minimum supervision
• Very good organization skills and structured approach
• Flexibility and willingness to travel for business purposes as and when required
• The position holder must be able to work effectively from a home office or any the employer office
• A job that shapes a life
• the employer offers you the total package
• Your well-being is our top priority. Our Compensation & Benefits package supports your health and well-being, your financial goals, and your career—from day one
• Company-wide bonuses and long-term incentive programs are linked to key business results, ensuring you're rewarded when the company succeeds. When the employer wins, we all win
• Our health and well-being benefits include company-funded retirement plan, paid leave, and an Employee Assistance Program (EAP) to support you and your family
• Getting paid for our work is important, but feeling valued and recognized motivates us even more. That's why the employer offers a recognition program to celebrate achievements and recognize colleagues who deliver exceptional performance
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