Sales Business Development Manager

Application window is expected to close on 04/25/2025. However, the job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

The Cisco Federal Civilian Business Development team is committed to leading Cisco's strategic efforts in programmatic business pursuits. We combine strategic insights with decisive actions to drive Cisco's sales growth while ensuring satisfaction for our customers and partners.

The role of Sales Business Development Manager for Federal Civilian involves overseeing a strategic contract portfolio and articulating Cisco's overarching strategy. You will be responsible for managing Cisco's approach, engaging with partners, tracking strategic initiatives, and defining successful outcomes for Cisco, its customers, and partners. This dynamic position offers the opportunity to significantly impact Cisco's strategic growth and collaborate with a range of partners to drive success.

• Stakeholder Engagement: Collaborate with all stakeholders to develop and implement strategies focused on technical solutions, pricing, and partnerships.
• Strategy Monitoring: Track and report on the progress of strategic initiatives across various opportunities.
• Pipeline Development and Management: Develop and manage the sales pipeline to ensure a steady flow of opportunities and maintain momentum toward closure.
• Successful Closures: Lead efforts to achieve successful sales closures that benefit Cisco, our customers, and partners.
• Relationship Management: Exhibit proven expertise in facilitating C-Suite access for account teams and leadership.

These capabilities are essential for advancing critical initiatives and ensuring alignment with team objectives.

• Portfolio Management: Track, oversee, and report on the strategic contract portfolio within the Federal Civilian business to drive business development efforts.
• Timeline and Strategy Identification: Identify contract timelines and develop backup plans and alternative strategies to ensure continuity and flexibility.
• Competitive Analysis: Understand competitive contract portfolios and partner approaches to strategically position offerings.
• Opportunity Sharing: Actively share opportunities with internal teams and external partners to enhance collaboration and maximize business development potential.

• Experience: 10+ years of sales and business development experience within Federal Civilian markets.
• Education: A four-year college degree or equivalent experience.
• Technical Skills: Working knowledge or familiarity with Salesforce (SFDC) or similar forecasting tools.
• Networking and Collaboration: Active in industry associations, such as AFCEA and ACT-IAC, to support professional networking and business development, fostering opportunities for growth and collaboration.

• OEM and Reseller Expertise: Possess strong knowledge of OEM and reseller strategies within the Federal Civilian IT/Networking sector.
• Pricing and Legal Strategy Familiarity: Demonstrate familiarity with industry and Cisco pricing and legal strategies.
• Contract Capture: Experience with established contract capture methodologies, such as those specified by Shipley.
• Strategic Networking: Maintain robust connections with Federal Civilian agencies C-Suite to facilitate strategic access and relationship-building, enhancing engagement and collaboration with key customers.
• Proven Growth Achievements: Exhibit a consistent track record of winning opportunities and delivering growth.

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