Arity-Sr Sales and Business Development Manager

Location
Chicago, Illinois
Salary
Not Specified
Posted
Apr 08, 2019
Closes
Jun 04, 2019
Ref
512018000A6#GIJ--Allstate.1
Job Type
Not Specified
Career Level
Not Specified

Founded by The Allstate Corporation in 2016, Arity is a data and analytics company focused on improving transportation. We collect and analyze enormous amounts of data, using predictive analytics to build solutions with a single goal in mind: to make transportation smarter, safer and more useful for everyone.

At the heart of that mission are the people that work herethe dreamers, doers and difference-makers that call this place home. As part of that team, your work will showcase both your intelligence and your creativity as you tackle real problems and put your talents towards transforming transportation.

Thats because at Arity, we believe work and life shouldnt be at odds with one another. After all, we know that your unique qualities give you a unique perspective. We dont just want you to see yourself here. We want you to be yourself here.

The Role

The Sr Sales and Business Development Manager will lead sales strategy for an Arity product segment or across multiple segments (i.e. Insurance, Consumer, DaaS) to create and execute both short and long-term sales strategies.

Responsibilities

  • Gain a thorough understanding of Arity, its products and strategy
  • Lead the creation and execution of short and long-term sales strategy for assigned product segment or segments.
  • Identify new markets or customers within product vertical
  • Beginning and advancing sales discussions within target markets on Aritys products
  • Representing Arity at industry conferences and events
  • Identifying and leveraging subject matter experts within Arity for sales discussions
  • Contributing feedback and direction on sales messaging to Product Marketing
  • Training and supporting other Arity teams on product segment messaging

Qualifications

The successful candidate will have a minimum of 15 years of demonstrated sourcing, developing and closing revenue opportunities as well as demonstrated experience developing and leading sales strategy. This job requires strong business knowledge of technology and software sales and strong leadership skills to effectively develop relationships within the distribution organization and across business functions.

This key leader will have:

  • Extensive software or other related industry experience with a strong distribution leadership and management background
  • Proven track record for obtaining business results through the development of effective relationships within the distribution organization and across other business functions.
  • A deep understanding of all sales related functions
  • Relevant industry knowledge
  • Strong distribution leadership experience, knowledge, and skills
  • Superior interpersonal and relationship building skills
  • Demonstrates ability to analyze financial data and assess market conditions, trends and indicators
  • Displays knowledge of all aspects of sales process and drivers (projections, goals, targets, shop, buy, cross-sell, retain, profitability, compliance, quality, etc.)
  • Building relationships and partnerships in business-to-business channels
  • Managed within a matrixed organization.
  • Strategic and critical thinking skills, ability to create strategy and lead its execution.
  • Superior interpersonal skills; can quickly develop relationships and inspire trust.
  • Strong communication skills - Includes presentation, business writing, negotiation, motivation and relationship management.
  • Planning and organizational skills - Can marshal resources (people, funding, material, support) to get things done; can orchestrate multiple activities at once to accomplish a goal; uses resources effectively and efficiently.
  • Problem solving Uses seasoned judgment by applying broad knowledge and experience when addressing complex issues.
  • Team building - Blends people into teams when needed; creates strong morale and spirit, defines success in terms of the whole team; creates a feeling of belonging in the team; etc.
  • Education/Training Requirements
  • Bachelor's Degree required. MBA or related preferred.
The candidate(s) offered this position will be required to submit to a background investigation, which includes a drug screen.

Thats the day-to-day, now lets talk about the rest of it. As we mentioned, Arity was founded by The Allstate Corporation. But youll be working forand atArity. Its the best of both worlds. Youll get access to the full suite of Allstate benefits and work in a fast-paced startup culture. Thats more than just free breakfasts, brain breaks and ping pong. Its a culture that encourages you to be you.


Sound like a fit? Apply now! We cant wait to meet you.


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