Sales Lead
Cloud Technologies, DevOps & Infrastructure
(India & Middle East, Far East)
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Overview
We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Sales Professional to drive revenue growth for our Cloud Technologies, DevOps, and Infrastructure solutions in the Indian market and the Middle East. The ideal candidate will have a proven track record of exceeding sales targets, a working understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP), DevOps methodologies, and infrastructure solutions, coupled with strong business acumen and a customer-centric approach. This role requires an individual who can strategically identify opportunities, build strong client relationships, and articulate the value proposition of complex technical solutions to C-level executives and technical stakeholders.
Key Responsibilities:
Strategic Account Management & New Business Development:
- Identify, prospect, and qualify new business opportunities within target industries and segments.
- Develop and execute strategic account plans to expand existing client relationships and penetrate new accounts.
- Understand customer business challenges and align our cloud, DevOps, and infrastructure solutions to address their needs.
- Manage the entire sales cycle from lead generation to deal closure, including proposal development, negotiation support, and contract finalization.
Solution Selling & Technical Acumen:
- Possess a working understanding of cloud computing, including DevOps, Cloud, Cybersecurity, and various infrastructure components.
- Articulate the technical benefits and return on investment (ROI) of our solutions to both technical and non-technical audiences.
- Collaborate closely with other Sr. DevOps Engineers and Solutions Architects to craft tailored solutions and deliver compelling presentations and demonstrations.
- Stay up-to-date on industry trends, the competitive landscape, and emerging technologies in the cloud, DevOps, and infrastructure sectors.
Lead Generation & Sales Pipeline Management
- Utilize tools like
LinkedIn Sales Navigator, Clay, Instantly, Reply, Apollo
, and others to identify and engage potential clients. - Develop and execute outbound lead generation strategies via
email, LinkedIn outreach, WhatsApp, and cold calling
. - Maintain and oversee an organized pipeline of leads using C
RM systems (Zoho, HubSpot, Pipedrive)
, ensuring timely follow-up, lead nurturing, and conversion. - Track and optimize the sales funnel to ensure efficient tracking of prospects from initial outreach to deal closure.
Partnership Building
- Build and nurture relationships with
hyperscalers (AWS, Azure, GCP), Cloud, DevOps
, and security tool providers
to establish strategic partnerships. - Identify
cross-selling and upselling
opportunities within existing client accounts. - Collaborate closely with the internal team to align on
sales goals
, share insights, and contribute to a high-performance sales culture. Travel within India or outside India
to attend networking events, summits, and industry conferences, building relationships and- expanding business opportunities.
Solutions, Technical Content, Cloud Consulting, Thought Leadership
- Write
high-quality technical content
(blog posts, case studies, white papers) to position Infra360 as a thought leader. - Develop
architecture diagrams
and technical presentations
for pre-sales and client discussions. - Support
technical pre-sales engagements
by providing insights on DevOps, Cloud, and Infrastructure.
Relationship Building & Stakeholder Management:
- Build and maintain strong, long-lasting relationships with key decision-makers and influencers within client organizations.
- Act as a trusted advisor to clients, understanding their evolving business requirements and providing strategic guidance.
- Collaborate effectively with internal teams (marketing, delivery, support) to ensure seamless customer experience and successful project delivery.
Forecasting & Reporting:
- Maintain accurate sales forecasts, pipeline, and customer data in the CRM system.
- Prepare and present regular sales reports and performance reviews to management.
- Contribute to the development of sales strategies and initiatives to achieve company objectives.
Required Skills & Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or any other Degree, Business Administration, or a related field. An MBA is a plus.
- 5-10 years of progressive sales experience in Cloud Technologies (AWS, Azure, GCP), DevOps tools and practices, and IT Infrastructure solutions.
- Proven track record of consistently exceeding sales quotas in a complex B2B sales environment.
- In-depth understanding of enterprise sales cycles and consultative selling methodologies.
- Strong communication, presentation, and negotiation skills.
- Ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
- Relevant industry certifications (e. g., AWS Cloud Practitioner, Azure Fundamentals, Certified Kubernetes Administrator) are a decisive advantage.
- Experience working with clients across various industries in India and abroad
- Travel for events, prospecting, and sales in India and abroad