Diversified
Diversified is hiring: Service Sales Executive - Audio Visual Service in Chicago
Diversified, Chicago, IL, US, 60290
About Diversified Diversified is a global leader in audio visual and media innovation, recognized for designing and building the world’s most experiential environments. Our award-winning team specializes in delivering solutions for the most complex, large-scale and immersive installations. Diversified partners with clients to create spaces that bring people together and keep them coming back.
How You’ll Contribute The Diversified Service Sales Executive role is directly responsible for direct to end customer and internal channel sales for managed services offerings. The role is to sell directly to end customers and provide sales support to the larger Diversified account teams to pursue, estimate/price/quote and close service opportunities. The scope includes Support Agreements, Managed Service Contracts, and Dedicated Staffing engagements. The Service Sales Specialist must articulate offerings and product positioning to both business and technical users, identify all relevant issues of assigned accounts, and ensure customer satisfaction through all stages of the sales process. Build and maintain strong relationships throughout the sales cycle.
What You’ll Do Work directly with RVPs, Regional Directors and AEs in designated regions to drive service revenue
Work with AEs with a focus on landing new service contracts
Prospect into net new clients to drive service revenue
Meet with clients to understand service needs, develop comprehensive service responses, and close service opportunities
Gather vendor and sub-contractor quotes for extended warranties, site support, etc., especially for highly complex or bespoke hardware or sub-systems
Respond to client-initiated RFPs with the relevant AE
Raise RFIs, attend meetings, site surveys and interviews
Put together complete RFP responses and strategize with AE on how to close the business
Work with DGS leadership on strategic pricing
Review calculations for client quotations, negotiate tender and contract terms, and close sales in conjunction with other sales support personnel and the Account Executive
Provide monthly reporting to Service leadership and Regional Sales leaders
Ensure all opportunities are tracked in CRM
Assist with the creation of templates and documents for the Internal Knowledge Base
Flexible schedule; respond to sales or client issues as they arise
Provide training and produce support material for the sales effort
Partner with AEs in searching for new clients who might benefit from company products or services
Attend regular Operational Calls/Meetings & Business Reviews to discuss performance
Monitor process and report performance to customers and Diversified Global Service management
Escalation management within the customer account
Performance Measurement Performance is measured primarily against quota
As a secondary measure, performance is tracked through employee surveys, HR discussions, and feedback as applicable
What You’ll Bring Education & Certifications:
Minimum four-year degree required or equivalent industry experience. Advanced degree or certification is preferred.
5+ years of experience in audio visual service sales with knowledge of Land, Adopt, Expand, Renew Sales Methodology
Proven track record of creating sales strategies and driving revenue growth
Familiar with ITIL v4
Experience selling recurring revenue offerings
Experience working with AV Account Executives to drive service sales
Experience with large enterprise service opportunities
Experience with selling AV Managed Services
Proficiency with CRM, ERP systems, ticketing systems, Microsoft Office, Adobe Acrobat, Excel
Structured approach to solving complex business problems
Strong analytical, presentation, and communication skills
Effective time management and attention to detail
Ability to inspire confidence and create trust
Ability to work under pressure, plan workload, and delegate
Entrepreneurial mindset with strong organizational and leadership skills
Ability to travel up to 30%
What We Offer Along with competitive compensation, you will be eligible for the following benefits:
Multiple medical plan options
Dental and vision plans
Company paid Basic Life, AD&D, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance, and Employee Assistance Plan (EAP)
Healthcare and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401k with Employer Match
Paid Time Off and Paid Holidays
Voluntary Benefits including various insurance options
Commuter Benefits
And more
For more information, visit the Diversified career site or email careers@onediversified.com.
Equal opportunity employer statement: Diversified is committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. All employment is based on job requirements, qualifications, merit, performance, and business need. We do not discriminate on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected characteristic. If you require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application or interview process, please contact careers@onediversified.com.
Seniority level Mid-Senior level
Employment type Full-time
Job function Sales and Business Development
Industries: IT Services and IT Consulting
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