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Major Account Manager

On-site Full-time

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Experience Level

Mid-Senior Level

Qualifications

We seek candidates who embody a hunter mentality with a proven track record in technology sales, adept at fostering relationships with existing clients while penetrating new logo accounts. You are an influencer with the ability to serve as a trusted advisor, delivering significant business value to both end users and key stakeholders. Our ideal candidate exemplifies our core values: trust, compassion, collaboration, respect, integrity, and a spirit of good-natured fun. Minimum Job Requirements:Bachelor’s degree or equivalent, complemented by 8+ years of technology sales experience. Demonstrated history of direct selling within targeted accounts in the assigned territory, consistently exceeding sales goals. Relevant expertise in the data center or networking (LAN/WAN, SDN) sectors, either from a technology partner, competitor, channel partner, or end user. A robust network of relationships within the territory.

About the job

Who You'll Collaborate With

As a pivotal member of the Arista Sales team, you will represent Arista to our valued customers, acting as their internal advocate for resolving their complex challenges. In this champion role, you will coordinate Arista’s technical resources to help achieve your customers’ business goals. You will partner with some of the industry's most talented Customer Engineers, as well as our Professional Services and Executive teams, to ensure seamless execution on behalf of your clients. Our sales culture emphasizes teamwork and collaboration, so you will be supported by like-minded professionals dedicated to collective success. This position typically reports to a Regional Sales Manager or Area VP of Sales.

Your Role

We are excited to invite a Major Account Manager to join our expanding Sales organization, crucial for amplifying the Arista brand presence within the Dallas-Fort Worth area.

Arista is a beacon for innovative organizations that prioritize quality and advancement. Thus, having technical expertise and a proven history of selling data center solutions is essential.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Surpass defined sales targets while promoting the Arista brand among Fortune 1000 accounts, and successfully establish new logo accounts.

  • Leverage a consultative selling approach to engage with key stakeholders, addressing their hybrid cloud computing needs and the challenges posed by siloed legacy IT systems across Arista’s product suite, including Software-Driven Open Networking switching platforms, high-performance Data Centers, Campus networks, and our Cognitive Campus Wi-Fi networking solution alongside DANZ Monitoring Fabric and Network Detection & Response (NDR) solutions.

  • Engage with influential decision-makers and C-level executives to articulate Arista’s compelling value proposition.

  • Collaborate with Arista systems engineers to craft and present persuasive solutions that lower the total cost of ownership.

  • Partner with technology collaborators to unearth prospects and showcase best-in-class solutions.

  • Establish and nurture key channel relationships within your designated territory.

  • Develop strategic and tactical account plans through regular business reviews with prospects and customers.

  • Conduct demand generation initiatives including networking events, lunch-and-learns, and technology forums.

  • Work alongside Arista peers to refine marketing strategies and best practices.

  • Stay informed about technology partner solutions, competitive offerings, and industry trends.

About Arista Networks

Arista Networks stands at the forefront of data-driven, client-to-cloud networking, catering to expansive data center, campus, and routing environments. Our commitment to continual innovation sets us apart. We harness cutting-edge advancements in cloud computing, artificial intelligence, and software-defined networking to empower our clients with a competitive advantage in an increasingly interconnected world. Our solutions are meticulously crafted to meet the evolving demands of the digital landscape while proactively anticipating future challenges. At Arista, we celebrate the rich tapestry of ideas and perspectives that each employee contributes. We believe that fostering an inclusive workplace, where individuals from diverse backgrounds feel valued and welcomed, is vital for driving innovation and creativity. Our dedication to excellence has garnered numerous accolades, including recognition for Best Engineering Team, Best Company for Diversity, and superior ratings for Compensation and Work-Life Balance.

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