Vendor Presales Specialist

We are a software-focused IT solutions and services provider that equips organizations to be agile and innovative, and for their people to be engaged, connected, and creative at work. That means moving them to the cloud, helping them build the workplace of tomorrow, and enabling them to make smarter decisions about their technology. By doing these things we help them create success for their customers and their people.

We stand proudly for our people and support their success through career development and advancement. We are recognized and respected for our culture of inclusion and belonging, continuously striving to do what’s good for our people and communities.

**The impact you will have**:
Do you have a passion for driving solutions through developing strong relationships?

As our Vendor Sales Specialist, you’ll understand the challenges customers have with client hardware in their environment and solve those challenges through delivery of PCs, AIPCs, and various workplace client hardware such as peripherals and accessories. IT Lifecycle services are also relevant to recommend to the customer based on their needs. You will coordinate and execute sales strategies across multiple sales districts and channels. Grow customers through competitive tactics while retaining and enriching base of existing accounts. Manage local vendor partnerships to ensure successful execution of solutions.

**What you’ll do**:

- Managing a pipeline of sales opportunities supporting multiple different technology partners.
- Providing pre-sales support to Sales Representatives and customers for client hardware solutions
- Identifying new hardware buying accounts and prospects, upsell/cross-sell opportunities on existing customer base
- Developing customer proposals and pricing comparisons for vendor licensing solutions.
- Delivering product roadmap, licensing, and financial content to customers.
- Participating in local customer events to deliver Softchoice content.
- Developing and delivering training to Sales teams on vendor’s products and services.
- Engaging with local Sales teams to sell jointly into sales territories and customer accounts.
- Prepare and present training content to sellers and the sales team
- Co-ordinate with vendor AEs, attend events, and be a speaker depending on the event.
- Identify new hardware buying accounts and prospects, upsell/cross-sell opportunities on existing customer base.

**What you’ll bring to the table**:

- Excellent customer-facing presentation skills. Excellent verbal and written communication skills. Confidence in executive-level meetings.
- Ability to develop strategy and tactics to meet business objectives.
- A strong sense of competition and refusal to lose.
- The ability to be self-managed and motivated.
- 4+ years of relevant industry experience with 3+ years in either sales or marketing capacity.
- Must have work experience in IT industry.
- Strong vendor licensing background.
- Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint).
- Strong PC OEM and other workplace hardware industry knowledge.
- Post-Secondary Degree or equivalent, preferred.
- Ability to travel for vendor events as necessary

We understand that not everyone brings 100% of the skills and experience for the role.

At Softchoice, we offer opportunities to a diverse group including those with a variety of workplace experiences and backgrounds. Whether you are new to corporate tech, returning to work after a gap in employment, or looking to transition and take the next step in your career, we are excited to learn more about you and encourage you to apply.

**Why You’ll Love Working Here**:

- **The People**: You’ll thrive in our collaborative environment, surrounded by incredible colleagues who foster support and innovation, driving our collective success
- **High-Performing Culture**: At Softchoice, we are dedicated to achieving our goals and committed to success for our customers and each other
- **Flexibility**: Plan your workdays in a way that suits you best
- **Award-Winning Workplace**: Proudly recognized as a Great Place to Work for 20 consecutive years
- **Inclusive Culture**: We are committed to an inclusive culture where every team member can be their authentic self
- **Competitive Benefits**: Benefit from competitive perks that start on day one

**Inclusion & Equal opportunity employment**:
We are an equal opportunity employer committed to diversity, inclusion & belonging. People seeking employment at Softchoice are considered without regard to any protected category including but not limited to, race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, marital status, ancestry, disability, veteran status, gender identity, or sexual orientation.

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