Plan and implement strategies and operations across the US for data center and telecom sales
Responsible for planning, developing, and managing the sales team for revenue growth year over year
Establish strong relationships and communication frameworks across all company functions and drive cross-functional collaboration
Conduct resource planning to maximize productivity of people and technology
Prepare sales reports, KPI data, and sales team performance for upper management
Maintain professional and technical knowledge by tracking trends, attending workshops, and participating in professional societies
Hire, coach, and train personnel to maintain high customer service standards
Develop and promote weekly, monthly, and quarterly sales objectives with weekly one-on-one meetings and bi-weekly pipeline review
Lead sales team quarterly reviews with top customers to develop forecasts and identify opportunities and trends
Design and implement sales compensation plans aligned with industry best practices
Oversee daily operations, optimize team efficiency, ensure KPIs are met, and drive sales growth
Embody and champion Infinites culture, values, and behaviors of Positive Urgency, Accountability, Ownership, Same-day Responsiveness, Collaboration, and Solution Orientation
Requirements
Minimum of 10 plus years of experience selling into the network equipment space, specifically with fiber optic products
Experience managing teams that sell solutions around router equipment, switches, and other rack solutions for large and complex customers
Experience in data centers and telecommunications preferred
Proven managerial experience leading outside business development and regional sales teams
Minimum of 10 plus years of experience leading business development and regional sales with revenues over $50M
Proven history of revenue growth of 10% or greater annually
Strong people management, mentoring, coaching, and leadership development skills
Strong interpersonal skills and business acumen with a customer-centric focus
Professional communication skills, written and spoken English
Excellent listening, negotiation, and presentation skills
Experience with CRM and ERP systems preferred
General computer skills including Excel, Word, Outlook, MS Teams, PowerPoint, call center software, and phone systems
Ability to sit, stand, walk regularly, and occasionally lift 0-40 pounds