Demonstrated success in the High-tech. industry, with commercial sales experience in a sophisticated organization.
Experience in key market(s) desired, but broad market experience is also very important. Demonstrated track record of building cooperative partnerships and alliances. Proven track record of successfully attracting, developing and leading world-class teams and driving success across a global business. Recognition and respect from leaders in business; a solid reputation for accomplishment and deep credibility within technical and enterprise business circles. Track record of success working and influencing a fast-paced, matrixed, multi-unit organization at all levels; persuasiveness and effectiveness even where no direct reporting relationship exists. Ability to communicate clearly and concisely with the executive management team and to keep both groups informed of the group’s operational status and plans for the future. An established background and relationships with IT product distributors, NSPs, VARs, and OEMs (e.g. Dell, HP, Lenovo) Ability to influence and project-manage global, cross-functional teams. Executive presentation skills to multiple stakeholders: customers, analysts, technical experts and business leaders Ability to travel and be customer facing up to 50%. MSEE or MBA is preferred/desirable.