Channel Sales Executive - Video Security & Access Control (Minneapolis / St. Paul) - job 1 of 2

Company Overview

​At Motorola Solutions, we believe that everything starts with our people. We’re a global close-knit community, united by the relentless pursuit to help keep people safer everywhere. Our critical communications, video security and command center technologies support public safety agencies and enterprises alike, enabling the coordination that’s critical for safer communities, safer schools, safer hospitals and safer businesses. Connect with a career that matters, and help us build a safer future.

Department Overview

Motorola Solutions (NYSE: MSI) is a global leader in mission-critical communications and analytics.



At Motorola Solutions, we create technologies our customers refer to as their lifeline.  Our technology platforms in communications, software, video and services help our customers work safely and more efficiently.  Our technology platforms in mission-critical communications, command center software and video security & analytics, bolstered by managed & support services, make cities safer and help communities and businesses thrive. At Motorola Solutions, we are ushering in a new era in public safety and security.
Avigilon, a Motorola Solutions company, designs, develops, and manufactures video analytics, network video management software and hardware, surveillance cameras, and access control solutions. Avigilon's solutions have been installed at thousands of customer sites, including school campuses, transportation systems, healthcare centers, public venues, critical infrastructure, prisons, factories, casinos, airports, financial institutions, government facilities, and retailers.

Job Description

Reporting to the Regional Sales Director, the Channel Sales Executive acts as a primary contact for all video solutions selling initiatives with end-users in territory, proactively manages their relationships and deploys sales actions and strategies in order to grow business and meet territory revenue goals.

Responsibilities:

• Develop new business with end customers that will be fulfilled via our partner channel

• Meet or exceed assigned revenue and project quotas focused on Avigilon products and services

• Promote and market Avigilon’s products and services within the assigned territory and named accounts

• Support Avigilon’s sales activities in the assigned territory and accounts by creating, nurturing, and responding to sales opportunities for Avigilon’s products and services

• Create and manage a healthy sales funnel

• Conduct sales calls, schedule local promotional work and track sales activities

• Emphasis will be placed on new account development

• Work with vertical marketing teams to identify end user engagement opportunities through associations, conferences, and tradeshows

• Leads video and analytics solution development efforts that best address end-user needs, while coordinating the involvement of all necessary company and partner personnel

• Prospecting on a daily basis using all tools available will be key to the success of this position

• Attain “Trusted Advisor” status with customers and Channel Partners to enable increased System and Business Development

• Sales Forecasting as required

• Maintain CRM data for new and existing account development

• Other duties as assigned

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Qualifications:

• 3+ years of technical solutions sales experience

• Physical security solutions experience a plus

• Experience working with channel strategies and initiatives

• Strong technical acumen and ability to speak towards our products and solutions

• Ability to accurately forecast revenue on a weekly, monthly, quarterly, and annual basis

• Proven record of achievement in delivering sales results and developing collaborative relationships

• Strong understanding of our go-to-market strategy and sales philosophy is required

• Excellent analytical, verbal and written communication skills

• Time management skills are required, and candidates must have the ability to manage multiple priorities in a complex, fast-paced environment

• Functional understanding of Microsoft and Google Apps, especially Excel/Sheets

• Exceptional presentation skills required

• Strong computer skills with the ability to learn and demonstrate new software at a high level

• Ability to travel weekly to territory (~50% of territory travel)

• Seeking candidates based in the Minneapolis / St. Paul area

Location & Travel Requirements:

Travel will be up to 50% of the time. This travel (car and air) will be within the territory with occasional travel within the territory.

Target Base Salary Range $75,000 - $85,000 USD

Consistent with Motorola Solutions values and applicable law, we provide the following information to promote pay transparency and equity. Pay within this range varies and depends on job-related knowledge, skills, and experience. The actual offer will be based on the individual candidate.

Basic Requirements

Required Skills:

• High School diploma, Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Business, Communication, Management, or Sales and Marketing required.
• 3+ years of experience in one of the following areas: Sales, Physical Security or Video required.
• Legal authorization to work in the U.S. indefinitely is required. Employer work permit sponsorship is not available for this position.

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Travel Requirements

Over 50%

Relocation Provided

None

Position Type

Experienced

Referral Payment Plan

Yes

Our U.S. Benefits include:

• Incentive Bonus Plans
• Medical, Dental, Vision benefits
• 401K
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Generous Paid Time Off Packages
• Employee Stock Purchase Plan
• Paid Parental & Family Leave
• and more!

EEO Statement

Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic. 

We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.

We’re committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruiting experience for candidates with disabilities, or other physical or mental health conditions. To request an accommodation, please complete this Reasonable Accommodations Form so we can assist you.