Now Hiring - Information Technology Client Executive - North Central Region in Columbus, OH

About Zones

Zones is a global provider of end-to-end IT solutions with an unmatched supply chain. Positioned to be the IT partner you need, Zones, a Minority Business Enterprise (MBE) in business for over 35 years, specializes in Digital Workplace, Cloud & Data Center, Networking, Security, and Managed/Professional/Staffing services. Operating in more than 120 countries, leveraging a robust portfolio, and utilizing the highest certification levels from key partners, including Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, Lenovo, Adobe, and more, Zones has mastered the science of building digital infrastructures that change the way modern organizations do business. Whatever you need, you can Consider IT Done.

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Position Overview

Zones Client Executives are experienced business development professionals who focus on driving revenue and margin growth for Client Executives. Client Executives collaborate with Engineers, Solution Architects and Software Licensing Sales Executives to develop deep, value add technology solutions for their customers. With a proven record of accomplishment of selling technology solutions (storage, servers, software and professional services) to major customers, Client Executives are trusted partners who manage deep account relationships, develop strategic sales plans and thrive on driving results.

This is a remote role for 2 open position Illinois, Ohio, Missouri. Capability to occasionally meet or work onsite may be requested.

Key Responsibilities

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The Regional Advanced Technology Executive primarily responsible for:

• Building relationships within an assigned region in person and selling Zones Life Cycle Information technology solutions to clients
• Driving profitably and developing target accounts in partnership with Field account executives assigned to portfolios
• Providing in-depth customer technology roadmaps and client account strategies; and collaboratively working with field account executives to uncover new sales opportunities
• Developing partnerships with OEM Field Sales Representatives and optimizing joint selling opportunities
• Building market awareness of Zones’ global capabilities and Diversity status through participation in local/regional industry events, organizations, and affiliations

We are seeking candidates with the following experience and skills

Education

• BA Preferred

Required Experience

• 5+ years of experience in Field-based life-cycle information technology solutions sales
• 7+ years required of industry experience in a business development and/or direct quota driven sales role
• Value added reseller preferred
• Deep understanding of technologies that drive Zones solutions such as:
• Data Center
• Unified Communications
• Security
• IOT
• Cloud and/or Mobility
• Solid “in territory” relationships with partners such as Cisco, EMC, HP, Microsoft, AWS preferred
• Proven record of successfully hunting and acquiring new Enterprise size business working with the C-level executives
• Experience teaming collaboratively with a field account executive in a high-volume and fast- paced professional environment preferred

Technology Focus & Requirements

• Familiarity with a CRM System for strategic pipeline management preferred

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As a rapidly growing global provider of IT solutions, we’ve expanded from Seattle to Sydney and beyond – with reach in over 80 countries around the world. Today’s top brands count on Zones and our world-class partners – Microsoft, Apple, Cisco, Dell, Lenovo, and more – to transform their enterprises. To support this transformation, Zones offers products and services across four Solution Environments: Workplace Modernization, Network Optimization, Data Center Transformation, and Security Fortification.

Zones offers a comprehensive Benefits package

While we’re committed to providing top-tier solutions, we’re just as committed to supporting our own team. Our employees enjoy a variety of comprehensive benefits, including medical/dental/vision coverage, life insurance, a 401(k) plan with matching provision, paid time off, and much more. And as a Minority Business Enterprise, a Corporate Plus member of the Northwest Minority Supplier Development Council, and an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, our community is just as diverse.

All qualified applicants Solicitations/Advertisements for Employees shall state that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status or on the basis of disability.

At Zones, work is more than a job – it's an exciting career immersed in an inventive, collaborative culture. If you’re interested in working on the cutting edge of IT innovation, sales, engineering, operations, administration, and more, Zones is the place for you!