Advantech Job Description
At Advantech, we create a workspace that our people grow and unleash in their full career potential.
Advantech is currently looking for a Technical Sales Engineer (KA Sales).
Reporting of the role:
This role report to the Sector Sales Manager.
Responsibilities of the role:
- Handle customer inquiries professionally and ensure timely responses.
- Provide quotations on product sales and solutions tailored to customer needs.
- Follow up on quotations, coordinate orders, and ensure high levels of customer satisfaction.
- Actively engage in pre-sales presentations and develop new accounts to expand sales.
- Collaborate with marketing teams on product promotions and conduct market research.
- Develop sales strategies to meet targets, drive lead generation, and prospect new accounts.
- Operate as both a key account sales representative, responsible for new and existing customers, and manage Microsoft product licensing responsibilities.
- Work independently, proactively, and resourcefully in driving customer success and growth.
Microsoft Product Sales and Management:
- Develop a deep understanding of Microsoft's IoT and embedded product suite, including licensing models, product features, and support for various versions (e.g., Windows 11 LTSC, Windows on ARM).
- Ensure the correct Microsoft licenses are offered and managed effectively for each customer project.
- Provide guidance on licensing options and downgrade paths, helping customers select the right license for their needs.
- Work closely with Microsoft CSP channel partners and distributors to ensure smooth delivery of products and solutions.
- Collaborate with customers to integrate Microsoft IoT solutions within their projects, providing ongoing support for successful adoption.
Sales Strategy Development:
- Collaborate with the marketing team to promote Microsoft IoT products and develop sales strategies that align with market needs and customer demands.
- Conduct market research and competitor analysis to refine sales approaches and identify new business opportunities in the IoT and embedded markets.
- Develop and execute comprehensive sales strategies for key accounts, driving revenue growth for both Advantech and Microsoft solutions.
Requirements:
- A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Electrical/Electronic), Computer Science/Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent diploma with relevant experience.
- At least 2 years of corporate sales experience in the Industrial PC, Embedded Computing, or related fields.
- A technical engineer with a strong hardware background who wants to transition to sales will be considered.
- Core Values: We value honesty, loyalty, and a willingness to learn and grow. Mistakes are part of learning; we seek candidates who show resilience and courage in facing challenges.
- A team player with strong communication and presentation skills, ready to engage with others, share ideas, and collaborate respectfully.
- Passion for learning: A candidate must be passionate about learning new technologies, developing customer relationships, and growing within the role.
- Familiarity with vertical markets such as Edge AI, 5G, Transportation, Surveillance, Digital Signage, and Equipment Builders.
- Knowledge of embedded technologies, AI, and IoT will be advantageous.
- Microsoft Azure Cloud experience (preferably AZ900, AZ500, AZ104 certified) will be beneficial.
About Advantech
Advantech's corporate vision is to enable an intelligent planet. Advantech is a global leader in the fields of IoT intelligent systems and embedded platforms. To embrace the trends of IoT, big data, and artificial intelligence, Advantech promotes IoT hardware and software solutions with the Edge Intelligence WISE-PaaS core to assist business partners and clients in connecting their industrial chains. Advantech is also working with business partners to co-create business ecosystems that accelerate the goal of industrial intelligence.
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