Verra Mobility

Senior Presales Consultant

Verra Mobility

full-time

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Origin:  • 🇺🇸 United States

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Job Level

Senior

About the role

  • The Senior Presales Engineer will serve as the primary ambassador and expert for our innovative solutions designed to enhance school transportation safety.
  • This hybrid role combines sales support with a product mindset, focusing on implementing and continuously improving our GTM strategy, demo, and pilot processes.
  • The Solutions Consultant will take learnings from client engagement and tradeshows to drive initiatives that ensure success in our GTM strategy and pilot process.
  • This role requires exceptional communication skills and strategic insight to build connections with clients and stakeholders, ensuring our solutions meet their needs and exceed expectations
  • Job Duties:
  • Product Expertise:
  • Develop and maintain comprehensive knowledge of the School Bus Arm product, including technical specifications and competitive landscape
  • Stay informed about advancements in technology and regulations related to school transportation safety
  • Develop sales enablement materials and conduct internal training sessions to keep team updated on product features, competitive insights, product positioning, market trends, and industry best practices.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provide insights on client needs and potential product enhancements.
  • Client Engagement and Enablement:
  • Conduct assessments to understand client needs, pain points, and logistical challenges in school transportation and student safety.
  • Provide tailored solution recommendations that align with client requirements and enhance safety measures.
  • Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to ensure ongoing communication and trust.
  • Gather and document client feedback for continuous improvement of products and services.
  • Support sales, account management, and customer success teams with client demos, pilots, training, and onboarding.
  • Own our pilot and demo process, partnering with sales, marketing, government relations, and product management to optimize our GTM strategy and develop scalable solutions.
  • Solution Development:
  • Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including sales, engineering, and product management, and client support to design customized solutions.
  • Assist in drafting detailed project proposals that outline deliverables, timelines, and pricing structure.
  • Ensure solutions are aligned with client objectives and industry standards, highlighting the unique benefits of the automated enforcement School Bus Stop Arm product.
  • Participate in brainstorming sessions to identify innovative approaches to meet client needs.
  • Product Solution Representative:
  • Serve as the primary representative for the School Bus Stop Arm product at trade shows, conventions, and industry events.
  • Prepare and deliver engaging presentations and product demonstrations to showcase the benefits of the product.
  • Network with industry professionals to identify potential clients or partners and gather market insights.
  • Collect feedback from event participants to inform product development and marketing strategies.

Requirements

  • Bachelor's degree in Business, Engineering, Public Policy, Marketing, or a related field..
  • Experience working with school districts, school transportation directors, law enforcement, or municipalities preferred.
  • Advanced degree (MBA or equivalent) is a plus but not required.
  • 3-5 years of experience in solutions consultant, product management, sales, strategy, or management consulting in the technology, transportation, or safety products sector.
  • Prior experience in running pilot programs and implementing new processes to drive product and sales strategy improvements highly preferred.
  • Proven track record of successfully engaging with clients and delivering tailored solutions.
  • Comfortable using CRM software and other productivity tools (such as Microsoft Office Suite, project management software, PowerBI, etc.).
  • Ability to learn and adapt to new technology and products quickly.
  • Understanding of engineering or technical specifications related to safety products.
  • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to assess client needs and develop effective solutions.
  • Excellent presentation, storytelling, client relationship building, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Proficiency in project management methodologies and tools to effectively manage timelines and deliverable.
  • Familiarity with safety regulations and compliance standards related to school transportation a plus.
  • Must be able to travel domestically (US and Canada) as needed to engage with customers, participate in team meetings, and travel to trade shows. Expected travel is ~25-50% on average.