Brand Sales Specialist- Entry Level Sales Program 2026

IBM Corporation•Chicago, IL

57d

About The Position

Technology Sales at IBM is evolving its way of working to break beyond boundaries with innovative approaches. Preferring to 'show' vs. 'tell' we're looking for recent graduates and/or individuals with early career sales experience who want to combine their technical interests and education with the people skills needed to prospect and co-create with customers, partners, and colleagues on solutions to our clients' most complex business challenges. In a world where technology moves at speed, it's essential that we stay ahead of the curve to provide tailored solutions that meet our clients' needs. It's not enough for us to have the technical expertise, we need to be great with people - to empathize, understand, and collaborate on technical solutions that will improve lives all over the world. A Brand Sales Specialist role within IBM means you're providing clients with the heartbeat of their digital enterprise. With solutions that are secure, reliable, scalable, sustainable, and can integrate with hybrid cloud and AI, you'll be co-creating with colleagues and clients to deliver the engine that sits at the centre of their digital transformation's success. IBM's comprehensive onboarding and industry leading learning culture will set you up for positive impact and success, whilst ongoing development will continually advance your career. Our sales environment is collaborative and experiential. Part of a team, you'll be surrounded by bright minds - always willing to help and be helped- as you apply passion to work that will compel our clients to invest in IBM's products and services.

Requirements

Confidence to contact and engage potential new customers and deliver an elevated experience.
Motivation to achieve sales, business objectives and high client satisfaction.
Aptitude to utilize selling technologies to network, engage clients, and identify new business opportunities.
Embrace curiosity and a growth mindset.
High School Diploma/GED
Technical Education: B.S. or M.S. in Business/Communications with a STEM minor, Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or similar technical disciplines.
Client Focused: Asks open-ended questions and understands needs to address business challenges.
Tech Savvy: Conversant about technology, latest industry trends and how it is being applied to address business challenges.
Team Player: Demonstrates team collaboration and can navigate different communication styles.
Excellent Communication Skills: Possess verbal, written, and interpersonal skills that are engaging, compelling and influential.
Self-Starter: Motivated to work with clients and can lead projects independently.
Readiness to travel up to 20%

Nice To Haves

Associate's Degree/College Diploma
Programming coursework or experience a plus.

Responsibilities

Sales Prospecting: Apply IBM's sales methodology to identify new clients and opportunities for expansion with existing clients through multiple channels (email, phone, video creation, social media) - this includes a considerable amount of cold calling.
Education and Enablement: Beginning your journey at IBM, you will be in 6 weeks of Global Sales School training that is virtual. There is also 2+ weeks of in-person, dedicated, hands-on training which will allow you to learn side-by-side with your peers. Product knowledge and additional training will be offered to expand your sales expertise.
Building Credibility and Trust: Through consultative methods at all levels, both internally and externally, to facilitate the closure of highly complex deals.
Solution-Selling Expertise in Business Development: Apply solution-selling skills to identify and engage decision makers and influencers, assess business opportunities, and address clients' requirements to establish enduring, strategic partnerships.
Account Planning and Business Value Articulation: Oversee a dedicated client portfolio and convey the distinctive value of IBM's technology at both technical and business levels.
End-to-End Sales Process Management: Take charge of the complete sales process, encompassing RFI/RFP response preparation and ensure the attainment of KPIs, with a notable emphasis on new business sales, while also extending services to existing accounts.
Collaboration Across IBM Sales Ecosystem: Collaborate with the broader IBM sales ecosystem, from Marketing to Sales and technical colleagues, as well as IBM Business Partners, to formulate sales campaigns and augment the pipeline.

Benefits

IBM offers a competitive and comprehensive benefits program. Eligible employees may have access to:
Healthcare benefits including medical & prescription drug coverage, dental, vision, and mental health & well being
Financial programs such as 401(k), cash balance pension plan, the IBM Employee Stock Purchase Plan, financial counseling, life insurance, short & long- term disability coverage, and opportunities for performance based salary incentive programs
Generous paid time off including 12 holidays, minimum 56 hours sick time, 120 hours vacation, 12 weeks parental bonding leave in accordance with IBM Policy, and other Paid Care Leave programs. IBM also offers paid family leave benefits to eligible employees where required by applicable law
Training and educational resources on our personalized, AI-driven learning platform where IBMers can grow skills and obtain industry-recognized certifications to achieve their career goals
Diverse and inclusive employee resource groups, giving & volunteer opportunities, and discounts on retail products, services & experiences

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