Channel Workstation Sales - CDW

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Job Description

Why Work at Lenovo

Here at Lenovo, we believe in smarter technology for all, so we spend our time building a society that’s brighter and more inclusive. And we go big. No, not big—huge.

We’re a US$60 billion revenue Fortune Global 500 company serving customers in 180 markets around the world. Focused on a bold vision to deliver smarter technology for all, we are developing world-changing technologies that power (through devices and infrastructure) and empower (through solutions, services and software) millions of customers every day and together create a more inclusive, trustworthy and sustainable digital society for everyone, everywhere.

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Description And Requirements

About Lenovo: We are focused on a bold vision to deliver smarter technology for all by developing technologies that create a more inclusive, trustworthy and sustainable digital society. We design, engineer and build one of the world’s most complete portfolio of smart devices and infrastructure. Our goal is to enable intelligent transformation to create better experiences and opportunities for millions of customers around the world. We make technology that powers the world’s best ideas. We design tools for those who are driven by accomplishment. We are the company that powers the people who Do. The engine that helps them Do more. Do better. Do what’s never been done. And we are united in the quest to help our users defy the impossible. Join us in defining the New IT world of tomorrow!

Who You’ll Work With: At Lenovo, we manufacture one of the world’s widest portfolios of connected products, including PCs (ThinkPad, Yoga, Lenovo Legion), tablets, smartphones and workstations as well as augmented and virtual reality (Mirage, ThinkReality) and smart home/office solutions, software and services. In this role you will be representing the product portfolio for our IDG business. IDG (Intelligent Device Group) - The IDG at Lenovo houses our PC and Smart Devices. We combine investment in high-growth segments (workstations, gaming, visuals, thin and light devices) with new innovation in the smart device categories and continue to explore new opportunities across AR/VR, artificial intelligence (AI), Internet of Things (IoT), security and as-a-service solutions. Lenovo is not just another technology company. We make the technology that powers the world’s best ideas. We design tools for those who are driven by accomplishment. We are the company that powers the People Who Do. The engine that helps them Do more. Do better. Do what’s never been done. And we are united in the quest to help our users defy the impossible.

Job Description: The Channel Account Manager will be responsible for driving revenue, profit, and customer satisfaction as it relates to Workstations at CDW. This individual will be managing and maintaining account relationships through meaningful and value-creating engagements. They will develop strategies for enhancing channel sales, as well as communicate and understand Total Cost of Ownership and industry trends. The Account Manager will be engaged with extended teams in working with the Lenovo field sales organization. The candidate must be able to position Lenovo product and channel value proposition.

Ideal Candidate: The successful candidate will have a 5-7 year proven track record in strategic selling and account management, strong interpersonal and communications skills, demonstrated team building, leadership and the ability to manage multiple complex sales engagements concurrently. Candidate must have an entrepreneurial approach that is imaginative, smart, passionate, and approachable. Channel sales experience is a plus. This position will require occasional travel. Come be a part of an exciting and growing company.

Candidate should live in/around Chicago, IL or Morrisville, NC. Will be expected to work in-office in some capacity pending offices reopening.

Requirements:
  • 5-7 years of successful technology/PC/hardware/server sales experience is required.
  • Previous channel sales experience working for or calling on a business partner is preferred
  • Excellent written and verbal communication/presentation skills required
  • Must have strong interpersonal and communications skills, demonstrated team building, leadership and the ability to manage multiple complex sales engagements
  • Bachelor’s degree preferred
  • Solid financial acumen and financial management skills
  • Territory management skill

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, status as a veteran, and basis of disability or any federal, state, or local protected class.