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Cloud & AI Solution Sales Specialist

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Microsoft

Oct 10

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  • Job
    Full-time
    Senior Level
  • Sales & Business Development
    IT & Cybersecurity
  • London

Requirements

  • Working knowledge of Microsoft’s cloud offerings or Competitors’ related ecosystem
  • Demonstrable experience selling complex cloud based solutions with particular focus on Data and AI services
  • Possess both business acumen expertise and technology knowledge to connect how cloud computing can help an organisation achieve its business objectives
  • Sales Account Planning and Management: Understanding of opportunity pipeline management. Orchestrate and influence virtual sales/technical/support/partner teams to pursue sales opportunities
  • Understanding of key infra-to-the-cloud workloads such as; Windows Server, SQL, SAP, HPC, Business Continuity Disaster Recovery (BCDR) data, App Modernisation, Security & hybrid cloud.
  • Consumption Business Strategy / Project Management. Experience leveraging cloud adoption methodologies and frameworks to structure Datacentre and application migration projects.
  • Understanding of partner ecosystems and the ability to leverage partner solutions to solve customer needs.
  • Demonstrated passion and commitment for customer success
  • Experience in Professional Services Industry or Financial Services Industry.

Responsibilities

  • Lead Strategic Customer Conversations: Engage executives, business leaders, and technical teams to understand their priorities and challenges, mapping them to Microsoft’s Cloud & AI solutions to deliver differentiated value
  • Own and Convert Pipeline: Manage forecast and pipeline from early-stage to close. Use tools like Industry Account Plans (IAP), Landing Experience Plans (LXP), and checklists to execute territory planning and strategies and drive revenue.
  • Orchestrate Across Teams: Partner with Account Executives, Solution Engineers, Cloud Solution Architects, and partners to co-sell, validate solutions, and ensure successful deployment through the Cloud & AI Marketplace.
  • Accelerate Decisions: Engage decision-makers with clear business cases using Cloud & AI Pricing Calculator, ROI, and TCO tools. Scope proofs of concept and lead customers from commitment to consumption.
  • Inspire and Influence: Bring technical fluency and inclusive leadership to virtual teams. Solve challenges with expertise in virtualization, cloud-native tech, data modernization, and AI
  • Scaling and Collaboration: Collaborates with our Partner Solutions teams, identifies new partners, develops joint proposals with partners, and contributes to developing partner strategies. Applies role orchestration model and navigates the Microsoft organization to bring the best impact to the customer

FAQs

What is the primary focus of the Cloud & AI Solution Sales Specialist role?

The primary focus is to engage with enterprise customers to accelerate their digital transformation by leveraging Microsoft Azure across various solution areas, including AI, Data & Analytics, Infrastructure, and Application Innovation.

What key responsibilities does this role entail?

Key responsibilities include leading strategic customer conversations, managing the sales pipeline, orchestrating across teams, accelerating decision-making, inspiring and influencing clients, and collaborating with partner solution teams.

What qualifications are required for this position?

Required qualifications include a working knowledge of Microsoft’s cloud offerings or competitors’ ecosystems, experience in selling complex cloud-based solutions focusing on Data and AI services, and the ability to connect cloud computing with organizational business objectives.

What additional qualifications are preferred for this position?

Preferred qualifications include experience in sales account planning and management, understanding of key infrastructure workloads, experience in consumption business strategy or project management, and demonstrated passion for customer success.

Is experience in specific industries valued for this role?

Yes, experience in the Professional Services Industry or Financial Services Industry is valued.

What working culture does Microsoft promote in this role?

Microsoft promotes a culture of growth mindset, innovation, collaboration, respect, integrity, and accountability, fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Are there opportunities for collaboration in this role?

Yes, the role involves extensive collaboration with Account Executives, Solution Engineers, Cloud Solution Architects, partners, and other teams within Microsoft to drive effective solutions and customer outcomes.

What tools or methodologies will be utilized in this position?

Tools such as the Cloud & AI Pricing Calculator, ROI, and TCO tools will be used, along with methodologies for cloud adoption and project management frameworks for structuring migration projects.

Is technical knowledge important for this position?

Yes, having both business acumen and technology knowledge is essential for connecting cloud computing solutions to business objectives and effectively engaging with customers.

Does the company offer reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities?

Yes, the company provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities during the application process.

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