Job Description
Job DescriptionWho you'll work withAs a team member of the Arista Sales team, you are the face of Arista to our customers; their internal champion for the problems they need to solve. As their champion you will align Arista’s technical resources to achieve your customer’s business outcome. You’ll partner with some of the most skilled Customer Engineers in the industry in addition to Professional Services and our Executive teams to help them understand how to execute on your customer’s behalf. Our sales teams have a culture of team success, where you’ll collaborate and be supported by like minded sales professionals. This role typically reports to a Regional Sales Manager or Area VP of Sales. What you'll doArista Networks is the pioneer and industry leader in the delivery of software-driven Cloud Networking solutions. We are seeking a Senior Named Account Manager to join our growing Sales organization. In this role you will utilise a consultative sales approach to cultivate client relationships for enterprise named accounts in addition to the development of new white space accounts. You will bring with you deep experience of working with FTSE 250 organisations and Global businesses with a footprint in the UK.Your remit will be to win and grow both new and existing business across a portfolio of accounts. Experience can come from a number of verticals including: Transportation, Energy, Pharmaceutical or Manufacturing.Arista appeals to forward-thinking organizations that value quality and innovation. Consequently, technical acumen and a track record of selling data center solutions is highly desirable.QualificationsJob Responsibilities:Exceed measurable sales objectives and extend the Arista brand within 5-6 named enterprise accounts in addition to developing new logo accounts.You will be responsible for utilizing a consultative selling approach with key client stakeholders to address the business needs of hybrid cloud computing and siloed legacy IT systems across the Arista product portfolio including, software-driven Cloud Networking solutions, CloudEOS (OpenSource Network OS), Cognitive Campus Networking, Wifi networking, and CloudVision (Network Automation & Telemetry) and Monitoring Fabric solutions (Big Switch)Meet with key influencers, decision-makers, and C-levels to present Arista’s value proposition.Work with Arista systems engineers to design and position compelling solutions that drive down the total cost of ownership.Collaborate with technology partners to identify prospects and demonstrate best-in-class solutionsEstablish and manage key channel relationships in your territory.Formulate strategic and tactical account plans based on periodic business reviews with your prospects and customers.Conduct demand generation activities such as happy hours, lunch-n-learns and technology forums.Collaborate with Arista peers on marketing plans and best practices.Keep up-to-date with technology partner solutions, competing solutions and competitor strategies.