Use hunting skills and direct sales expertise to develop net-new pipeline, drive outbound prospecting, and convert qualified opportunities into closed business across cloud operations and consulting services.
Consistently achieve and exceed monthly, quarterly, and annual sales targets, leveraging a competitive commission plan and a strong sales funnel.
Build and manage a robust enterprise pipeline, driving opportunities through all stages of the sales cycle while maintaining a 5:1 funnel-to-quota ratio.
Develop and nurture relationships within AWS, Microsoft, and Google Cloud ecosystems to generate new business and stay ahead of industry trends.
Drive cloud and professional services sales through Cox Business, indirect partners, internal business units, and industry events, optimizing various go-to-market channels.
Identify client needs, propose tailored hybrid cloud and IT transformation solutions, and articulate the business value of RapidScale’s offerings through a consultative, outcome-based sales approach.
Utilize Salesforce to track prospects, manage opportunities, and provide actionable business insights to improve forecasting and strategy.
Work closely with internal teams (product, marketing, professional services, customer success) to ensure seamless service delivery while leading contract negotiations to secure favorable terms.
Stay informed about market trends, emerging technologies, and competitive positioning to refine sales strategies and maintain a competitive edge.
Requirements
A Bachelor’s Degree with 6 years of Sales experience, OR a Master’s degree and 4 years of experience, OR a Ph.D. with 1 year of experience, OR 10 years of experience without a degree.
Proven success building pipeline through outbound activity, hunting for net-new logos, and driving complex enterprise IT or cloud deals to closure.
Experience selling IT, cloud, or managed services solutions to decision-makers at all levels, with a strong record in new business acquisition and value-based selling.
Experience selling through both indirect and direct sales organizations (channel & direct sales).
Willingness to travel 25–50% of the time, depending on location, for customer meetings, presentations, QBRs, and industry events.
Relevant certifications such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud (preferred).
Experience leveraging AWS and/or GCP partner programs for business development (preferred).
Industry expertise in Healthcare, Financial Services, SaaS, or E-Commerce is highly desirable.
Applicants must currently be authorized to work in the United States for any employer without current or future sponsorship.
Benefits
Employees may take as much vacation with pay as they deem consistent with their duties, the company’s needs, and its obligations.
Seven paid holidays throughout the calendar year.
Up to 160 hours of paid wellness annually for their own wellness or that of family members.
Additional paid time off: bereavement leave, time off to vote, jury duty leave, volunteer time off, military leave, and parental leave.
Health care insurance (medical, dental, vision).
Retirement planning (401(k)).
Paid days off (sick leave, parental leave, flexible vacation/wellness days, and/or PTO).
Flexible Work Option: Hybrid - Ability to work remotely part of the week.
Annual incentive/commission target of $85,000.00.
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