Practice Leader, Networking Automation

Belden, Inc•Carmel, IN

About The Position

The Network Automation Practice Leader is responsible for developing a team of Solution Consultants who design and drive adoption of secure, scalable, network automation solutions that span sensor to cloud, utilizing Belden’s best in class secure network switching, routing and wireless solutions. They are a critical business partner to our clients and sales teams by enabling IT / OT Convergence Solutions and Physical AI applications across focused industry verticals. This key leader will own their practice’s growth, leveraging Belden’s full suite of products, solutions and services. Successful Practice Leaders help their teams: Develop robust technical skills, consultative competencies and vertical use case expertise Translate customer requirements and problem statements into compelling technical solutions with demonstrable financial value impact Utilize Automation and Tooling to deliver accelerated opportunity velocity & win rates Recognize and utilize validated architectures to develop vertical and use case specific solutions with heightened value Deliver Bookings from solutions, products, services and SLA’s facilitating customer success and continued stakeholder engagement Propose secure solutions inclusive of Digital Infrastructure, Cybersecurity and third-party elements Expand influence within end customer, SI, EPC & engineering communities within the AMS Region Develop and co-create proof-of-concepts delivering significant operational and / or financial impact Facilitate quality handovers to internal execution teams; Identify process or solution improvement priorities and emerging technology trends requiring network automation solutions Secure customer commitment through best-in-class solutions, service and post-sale support programs The successful candidate relies heavily on strong associate development and coaching first, while leveraging technical competencies, and utilizes vertical specific experience to upskill and mentor the team. Practice Leaders drive accountability across the team to successfully deliver KPI and Objectives.

Requirements

5+ years of experience designing or implementing network solutions (L1/L2 Wireless), Software and Services for large or complex clients in Substation Automation, Material Handling, Discrete / Automotive, Mass Transit or Process Markets
5-7 years of demonstrated success developing & leading remote teams of both new & incumbent associates
Bachelor’s degree in engineering (preferred) with a focus on Networking & Ethernet based communications
Experience working with cross functional teams including Solution Architects, Solution Line Managers, Product Managers, Sales and Marketing
Proven Track Record of managing, coaching and promoting associates aligning to succession plans
Demonstrate the ability to translate complex or technical requirements with non-technical stakeholders
Demonstrate solid knowledge and understanding of key technology and market trends, and competitors’ solutions.
Demonstrate analytical skills and the ability to work within a metric driven environment
Ability to work successfully in a fast-paced work environment
Demonstrate a pro-active, flexible, and pragmatic approach
Ability to travel domestically and internationally as required to perform the duties of the role (50% + frequency of travel)
English fluency to business standard essential

Responsibilities

Develop robust technical skills, consultative competencies and vertical use case expertise
Translate customer requirements and problem statements into compelling technical solutions with demonstrable financial value impact
Utilize Automation and Tooling to deliver accelerated opportunity velocity & win rates
Recognize and utilize validated architectures to develop vertical and use case specific solutions with heightened value
Deliver Bookings from solutions, products, services and SLA’s facilitating customer success and continued stakeholder engagement
Propose secure solutions inclusive of Digital Infrastructure, Cybersecurity and third-party elements
Expand influence within end customer, SI, EPC & engineering communities within the AMS Region
Develop and co-create proof-of-concepts delivering significant operational and / or financial impact
Facilitate quality handovers to internal execution teams; Identify process or solution improvement priorities and emerging technology trends requiring network automation solutions
Secure customer commitment through best-in-class solutions, service and post-sale support programs

Benefits

health/dental/vision
long term/short term disability
life insurance
HSA/FSA
matching retirement plans
paid vacation
parental leave
employee stock purchase plan
paid leave for volunteer work in your community
training opportunities
professional talent management and succession planning
corporate health well-being initiatives
a work culture which includes commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion and sustainability