Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. Arista Networks is an industry leader in data-driven, client-to-cloud networking for large data center, campus and routing environments. They are seeking a proven Account Manager to act as a trusted advisor and implement sales strategies to exceed sales targets within a targeted list of commercial accounts.

Responsibilities

• Exceed measurable sales objectives and extend the Arista brand within G2000 / F1000 accounts in addition to developing new logo accounts
• You will be responsible for utilizing a consultative selling approach with key client stakeholders to address the business needs of hybrid cloud computing and siloed legacy IT systems across the Arista product portfolio including, Software-Driven Open Networking switching platforms or high performance Data Centers and Campus networks including our Cognitive Campus WI-FI networking solution in addition to the DANZ Monitoring Fabric and Network Detection & Response (NDR) and End Point Security solutions
• Meet with key influencers, decision-makers, and C-levels to present Arista’s value proposition
• Work with Arista systems engineers to design and position compelling solutions that drive down the total cost of ownership
• Collaborate with technology partners to identify prospects and demonstrate best-in-class solutions
• Establish and manage key channel relationships in your territory
• Formulate strategic and tactical account plans based on periodic business reviews with your prospects and customers
• Conduct demand generation activities such as happy hours, lunch-n-learns and technology forums
• Collaborate with Arista peers on marketing plans and best practices
• Keep up-to-date with technology partner solutions, competing solutions and competitor strategies

Skills

• BS/BA degree or equivalent in addition to 5+ years of technology sales experience
• Proven track record of direct selling into target accounts within the assigned territory and exceeding sales targets
• Relevant data center or networking (LAN/WAN, SDN) industry background from a technology partner, competitor, channel partner or end user is a requirement
• Strong rolodex and relationships within the territory
• Excellent people skills and ability to build relationships at all levels
• You possess previous selling experience and technical acumen in one or more of the following areas; Networking, SDN, NFV, Switching, Network Automation, Routing, Data Center, Edge Computing, Network Virtualization, Hyper-converged infrastructure or Cloud computing

Benefits

• Certain roles may also be eligible for discretionary Arista bonuses and equity
• Employees in Sales roles are eligible to participate in Arista’s Sales Incentive Plan, which pays commissions calculated as a percentage of eligible sales
• US-based employees are also entitled to benefits including medical, dental, vision, wellbeing, tax savings and income protection

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