Cisco

Leader, Services Sales SLED West - Services

Cisco$308K — $416K *
Education, Government & Non-Profit
8 - 10 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 10+ years of experience in services sales leadership or strategic account management.
  • Proven track record in achieving financial and strategic growth objectives.
  • Experience managing sales cycles from 3 to 24 months.
  • Strong analytical skills for reviewing business plans and forecasting data.

Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage a high-performing sales team in the SLED West territory.
  • Drive growth by coaching team members on customer outcomes.
  • Orchestrate strategic direction for Cisco's service offerings and buying programs.
  • Collaborate with Account Teams to develop sales opportunities.
  • Manage sales funnels and close complex deals effectively.
  • Present data-driven strategies to senior leadership for market expansion.

Benefits

  • Medical, dental, and vision insurance available to U.S. employees.
  • 401(k) plan with Cisco matching contribution.
  • Paid parental leave and short/long-term disability coverage.
  • Flexible vacation policy for exempt employees with no defined limit.
  • 10 paid holidays plus floating holidays and personal wellness days.
  • Volunteer days offered for community service.
Full Job Description
The application window is expected to close on: 08/28/2026
Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received.

Candidate must relocate or live in the listed Territory
Position will sit in the West

Meet the Team

Our Services Sales SLED West team is dedicated to driving growth and profitability across Cisco's diverse service offerings, including Premium, Core, and Incubation services. We act as a critical bridge between Cisco's advanced technology and the specific needs of State, Local Government, and Education customers. By leveraging data-driven insights, we influence purchasing decisions and help our clients adopt innovative buying programs that align with their long-term business goals. You will join a high-impact, collaborative environment where cross-functional partnership is key to delivering successful customer outcomes. This is an exciting opportunity to lead a team that directly shapes the recurring revenue business and scales Cisco's services into new markets.

Your Impact

Lead and manage a high-performing sales team to achieve financial and strategic objectives across the SLED West territory. Drive incremental growth by coaching your team to own customer outcomes and align service strategies with evolving business needs. Orchestrate the strategic direction of all Cisco service offerings and buying programs to ensure maximum value for a broad range of customers. Collaborate with Account Teams and specialist groups to develop opportunities, manage the sales funnel, and close complex deals. Present data-driven account strategies and forecasting to senior leadership to influence long-term sales planning and market expansion.

Minimum Qualifications
  • 10+ years of related experience in services sales leadership or strategic account management.
  • Experience managing financial and strategic objectives, including growth and profitability.
  • Experience managing sales cycles ranging from 3 to 24 months.
  • Proficiency in reviewing business plans and forecasting data to drive account strategies.


Preferred Qualifications
  • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in a related field.
  • Experience managing executive-level relationships and high-level customer engagement.
  • Deep knowledge of Cisco's service architecture portfolio and buying program solutions.
  • Specific experience or domain expertise in the SLED (State, Local Government, and Education) market vertical.
  • Strong coaching skills to improve team quota attainment and skill development.


THIS JOB DESCRIPTION DOES NOT APPLY FOR EMPLOYEES IN AUSTRIA, BELGIUM, FRANCE, GERMANY & NETHERLANDS

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