Allied Universal · 2 hours ago
Director of Sales - Data Centers
Allied Universal® Technology Services is a global leader in transforming the security industry. They are seeking a Director of Sales for Data Centers, responsible for driving enterprise growth and securing new business across the data center vertical through a consultative, client-focused approach.
Cyber SecurityInformation TechnologySecuritySoftware
Responsibilities
Enterprise Business Development: Develop and execute strategic plans to identify, engage, and convert new enterprise-level clients within the data center vertical
Sales Process Management: Manage the full sales cycle from prospecting (self-sourced and company-generated leads) through customized proposals, pricing, contract negotiation, and post-sale execution
Vertical Collaboration: Partner with enterprise and field sales teams to co-sell high-value opportunities, leveraging deep understanding of the data center industry’s operational, regulatory, and security requirements
Sales Performance and Reporting: Maintain a robust pipeline and consistently exceed sales targets, utilizing Salesforce.com to track progress and forecast accurately
Solution Selling and Presentations: Deliver compelling, executive-level presentations that align Allied Universal® Technology Services’ offerings - including installation, service, maintenance, and hosted managed services - with the physical security and uptime demands of data center clients
Client Relationship Management: Build long-term consultative relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring satisfaction and fostering repeat business; collaborate with engineering and operations team members to ensure seamless service delivery
Strategic Travel Planning: Optimize nationwide travel schedules to maximize client engagement and business development opportunities
Market Intelligence: Stay ahead of industry trends, competitive activity, and emerging technologies in the data center and critical infrastructure space, identifying opportunities to enhance security and operational resilience
Qualification
Required
Must possess one of the following education achievements: Bachelor's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field of study; Associate's degree in Business, Marketing, or related field of study with a minimum of twelve (12) years of B2B technical sales experience; High school diploma or equivalent with a minimum of fifteen (15) years of B2B technical sales experience
Valid driver's license if driving a company vehicle or personal vehicle while conducting business (e.g., client visits, attending networking events)
Minimum of five (5) years of outside sales experience in a Business-to-Business environment selling technical solutions and services to end-users in the Data Center Sector
Minimum of three (3) years of experience leveraging network connections within the data centers sector to position expertise
Proven success in exceeding new business sales goals
Strong consultative selling and relationship-building skills
Strategic planning and organizational capabilities
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Proficiency in Salesforce and Microsoft Office Suite
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
Preferred
Experience selling and managing electronic security solutions—such as access control, video surveillance, and intrusion detection
Benefits
Medical, dental, vision, basic life, AD&D, retirement plan and disability insurance
Eight paid holidays annually, five sick days, and four personal days
Vacation time offered at an accrual rate of 3.08 hours biweekly. Unused vacation is only paid out where required by law.
Company
Allied Universal
Allied Universal is a security and facility services company that provides tailored security solutions and smart technology.
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$9BKey Investors
Warburg PincusLa Caisse
2019-12-13Acquired
2019-09-01Private Equity· $9B
2019-02-21Private Equity
Leadership Team
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