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 in services sales leadership or strategic account management.
  • Proven track record managing financial and strategic objectives for growth and profitability.
  • Experience overseeing sales cycles from 3 to 24 months.
  • Ability to analyze business plans and leverage forecasting data to shape account strategies.
  • Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD degree in a related field (preferred).
  • Background in managing executive-level relationships and high-level customer engagement.
  • Knowledgeable in Cisco's service architecture and solutions, with specific experience in the SLED market (preferred).

Responsibilities

  • Lead and develop a high-performing sales team to meet financial and strategic goals.
  • Coach team members to take ownership of customer outcomes and adapt service strategies as needed.
  • Direct the strategic use of Cisco services and programs to deliver customer value.
  • Collaborate with Account Teams and specialists to create sales opportunities and manage the sales funnel.
  • Deliver data-driven account strategies and forecasts to senior leadership for informed decision-making.
  • Influence sales planning and market expansion initiatives through effective presentations.

Benefits

  • Opportunity for career advancement within a reputable company.
  • Participation in cutting-edge service offerings and technology solutions.
  • Collaborative work environment with specialized teams and resources.
  • Professional development and coaching support for skill enhancement.
Full Job Description
The application window is expected to close on: 08/20/2026
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

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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