Outside Sales Executive (SLED)

DSI Tech

$75K — $250K *
Information Technology
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in outside sales of IT solutions.
  • Proven experience with major tech vendors like Cisco, Microsoft, and Dell.
  • Successful track record in new business development and customer relationship management.
  • Preferred experience in selling to SLED organizations.
  • Strong consultative selling and relationship-building skills.
  • Excellent negotiation and communication abilities.
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience preferred.

Responsibilities

  • Develop and expand a territory targeting SLED customers.
  • Generate new business opportunities while nurturing existing accounts.
  • Identify and close technology solution opportunities across the sales cycle.
  • Conduct meetings and presentations to assess client technology needs.
  • Collaborate with pre-sales engineers to deliver tailored solutions.
  • Pursue public sector technology initiatives within your territory.
  • Maintain accurate sales forecasts and market intelligence.

Benefits

  • Support from a skilled engineering team and dedicated sales resources.
  • Access to a portfolio of industry-leading technology partners.
  • Opportunities for professional growth within a performance-driven environment.
  • Unlimited earning potential through an uncapped commission structure.
  • Flexible work environment that promotes autonomy in business development.
Full Job Description
Virginia | Florida | Georgia | Pennsylvania | North Carolina | South Carolina | Texas

Are you a high-performing technology sales professional looking for unlimited earning potential, industry-leading solutions, and the freedom to build your business?

As an Outside Sales Executive, you'll own your territory, drive new business, develop strategic customer relationships, and position innovative technology solutions that transform organizations. You'll be backed by a highly skilled engineering team, dedicated sales support, and a portfolio of industry-leading partners including Cisco, HPE, NetApp, Dell, Palo Alto, Microsoft, Azure, VMware, Crestron, and more.

If you're energized by building relationships, winning new business, and being rewarded for your performance, we'd love to talk with you.

What You'll Do
  • Develop and grow a territory focused on State, Local Government, and Education (SLED) customers.
  • Generate new business opportunities while expanding existing customer relationships.
  • Identify, qualify, and close technology solutions opportunities throughout the sales cycle.
  • Conduct customer meetings, presentations, and onsite visits to understand business objectives and technology needs.
  • Partner with pre-sales engineers to deliver solutions across:
    • Cybersecurity
    • Networking & Wireless
    • Collaboration
    • Cloud & Hybrid Infrastructure
    • Data Center Technologies
  • Pursue E-rate, SLED, and public sector technology initiatives within your territory.
  • Maintain sales forecasts, pipeline activity, and market intelligence.
  • Develop trusted advisor relationships with key decision-makers.
  • Work cross-functionally with internal teams and vendor partners to drive successful outcomes.
  • Consistently achieve and exceed sales goals.

What We're Looking For
  • Minimum of 3 years of outside sales experience selling IT solutions.
  • Experience representing major technology manufacturers such as Cisco, Microsoft, HPE, Dell, VMware, NetApp, Palo Alto, Crestron, or similar.
  • Demonstrated success developing new business and managing customer relationships.
  • Experience selling into SLED organizations preferred.
  • Strong consultative selling and relationship-building skills.
  • Excellent communication, presentation, and negotiation abilities.
  • Highly motivated, self-directed, and results-oriented professional.
  • Strong organizational and time-management skills.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft Office and CRM systems.
  • Ability and willingness to travel throughout an assigned territory.
  • Bachelor's degree preferred, or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Candidates with the following experience will stand out:
  • Established relationships within the SLED community in your territory.
  • Existing network of public sector decision-makers and influencers.
  • Cisco sales certifications, including Cisco Certified Sales Expert (CCSE).
  • Proven track record of exceeding sales quotas and growing market share.

Compensation

On-Target Earnings (OTE): $75,000 - $250,000+

OTE consists of a competitive base salary plus uncapped commission, allowing top performers to significantly exceed target earnings.

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