New Business Development Director, T-Mobile

Samsung•Bellevue, WA

3d•Hybrid

About The Position

Headquartered in Ridgefield Park, N.J., Samsung Electronics America, Inc. (SEA) is a leader in mobile technologies, consumer electronics, home appliances and enterprise solutions. From our humble beginnings to our position today as a tech leader, our passion for innovation has been the common thread throughout our history. We’ve grown into one of THE most recognized global brands. We consider ourselves “relentless pioneers” that push boundaries and defy barriers. The company pushes beyond the limits of today’s technology to provide groundbreaking connected experiences across its large portfolio of products and services, including mobile devices, home appliances, home entertainment, 5G networks, and digital displays. As EPA’s ENERGY STAR® Corporate Commitment Partner, SEA is dedicated to making a positive impact on the environment through its eco-conscious products, practices, and operations. People | Excellence | Change | Integrity | Co-Prosperity Role and Responsibilities We are currently seeking an experienced New Business Development Director who will be responsible for Samsung Wireless Networks sales to T-Mobile. Location for this position is in Bellevue, WA and work is performed within in a hybrid office/home office model. This role will: Manage sales plans and ensure that account sales strategies are implemented. Develop new sales leveraging entire Samsung Networks 5G product portfolio Have direct selling and high touch customer relationship building responsibility in one of Samsung’s most important strategic accounts. Lead a cross-functional team to maximize Samsung Networks revenue potential at T-Mobile If you have ambitions to be a part of building a Best-in-Class organization, the Samsung Networks team is the place to be. We continue to grow our portfolio by providing the most innovative offerings in the market, and our dedication to Market Disruption using Open virtualized Radio Access Network (vRAN), AI (Artificial Intelligence) etc. makes this the destination company for the world’s top wireless talent. The dynamic culture at Samsung offers both great challenges and great reward. If you want to work among the very best talent in the industry, working on the most innovative products in the world, then Samsung is the clear choice.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree with 15+ years of directly related experience is required, including 5+ years sales experience calling on T-Mobile Network Team Leadership (Director and/or VP Level).
Previous sales experience with wireless networks products is required.
Demonstrated success in developing and executing strategic account plans, short term and long term forecasts, Risk Assessment and SWOT Analysis Experience, as well as collecting requirements and delivering applicable technical solution(s).
Proven track record as sales team leader with sustained minimum revenues $15M+ annually.
Must possess a strong knowledge of industry products and market intelligence.
Experience from an Asian business environment and management structure a plus.

Nice To Haves

Demonstrated ability to interact at all levels within customer's organizations.
The ability to negotiate with and convince others, in a potentially adversarial environment, including customer leadership, directors and managers with opposing views to accept/approve plans, technical and project recommendations.
The ability to plan, organize and prioritize multiple business development programs and simultaneous performance objectives.
The ability to write, read, interpret, explain and act on thorough understanding of technical documents, engineering materials and contracts or related documents based on corporate legal and customer applications, engineering standards and business philosophy.
Ability to make professional sales and business presentations in writing, through email, reports, or orally, including complex business and technical matters to an audience of high technical skills, management and operational experience.
Ability to direct a cross-functional Samsung team to achieve customer contracted objectives and team goals and to achieve results within established time frames and requirements.
The ability to develop clearly defined sales and business objectives, to make decisions, to give direction, and to measure individual/team performance and business results.
Ability to negotiate and reach agreements.

Responsibilities

Responsible for revenue generation from wireless networks sales at T-Mobile.
Foster strong relationships with key customer contacts in order to successfully position Samsung's Wireless Networks portfolio, including Macro Cells, Indoor and Outdoor Small Cells, Core and Services.
Respond to Customer’s (internal / external) complex technical problems and non-standard requests.
Manage communications, sales promotion development, and training as required to stimulate and facilitate the sale of Samsung's products.
Develop appreciation for Samsung’s global presence and Open vRAN leadership.
Establish strong relationships with other sales, marketing and product teams within Samsung.
Manage cross-functional teams to enable the launch and promotion of new solutions.
Direct the resolution of complex operational and organizational problems.
Maintain working knowledge of Samsung Networks product portfolio and associated services.