Leader, Sales - SLED

Responsibilities

• Engages specialist teams to enhance the sales process, particularly in areas where deep technical expertise is required.
• Builds the sales funnel through opportunity development and drives opportunities through to sales completion to achieve revenue goals.
• Reviews business plans and forecasting data and presents to senior leadership to shape data driven account strategies
• Stays informed about industry trends, market dynamics, and competitive landscapes
• Typically leads an account team managing a broad portfolio, and/or teams managing product specific architecture teams
• Accountable for sales growth across multiple years for particular product(s), portfolio(s) or region(s)
• Manages to financial and strategic objectives including growth, profitability, entering new markets or launching new product lines
• Directs resource utilization in accordance with strategic sales priorities and based on guidance from global corporate leadership
• Reviews forecasts and other sales data to suggest and remediate any sales tactics, offers aggregated feedback from multiple accounts to influence sales planning
• Oversees consistent execution of sales strategies by streamlining processes and aligning team efforts across field, partner and virtual teams
• Leads team in competitive analysis and planning, translating insights into actionable tactics
• Refreshes as needed, or refines customer success metrics that align with typical sales tactics deployed by own teams
• Coordinates joint planning sessions between partner, virtual, and field teams for assigned accounts
• Leads skill-building workshops for team members to improve quota attainment
• Manages executive-level relationships

Requirements

• Bachelors + 12 years of related experience
• 2+ year of Leadership experience
• Varies based on the team and business needs | Preferred Qualifications are desired education, experience, and skills that are in addition to Minimum Qualifications.
• Tech start up exp - building a team and territory
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Additional Information

The application window is expected to close on: 06/28/2026 Job posting may be removed earlier if the position is filled or if a sufficient number of applications are received . Meet The Team Cisco is seeking a highly motivated and results-oriented SLED Regional Sales Manager to lead and grow our sales efforts for the State of California and Nevada -state agencies and central IT. The ideal candidate will possess a proven track record of success in enterprise technology sales, exceptional leadership skills, and a deep understanding of the California Public Sector market. This role is responsible for driving durable revenue growth, developing and executing sales strategies, managing a team of talented sales professionals, and fostering strong customer and partner relationships. Key functions of the role: Recruit, hire, train, mentor, and manage a high-performing sales team. Provide ongoing coaching, performance feedback, and professional development opportunities to team members. Foster a collaborative and results-driven team culture. Conduct regular team meetings and one-on-one sessions to review progress, address challenges, and ensure alignment.

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